Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles vs MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Fixed-length carbon fiber folding poles (per pair) with foam grip and minimalist strap. Designed for ultralight fastpacking and thru-hiking.
Full details →Foldable Kevlar-reinforced carbon backcountry poles with 20cm of tool-free DynaLock adjustability for all-season use.
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Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles vs MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles wins — at 289 g it is 193 g (40%) lighter than the MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon (482 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest trekking poles page, or browse the full gear weight database.