Leki Cross Trail FX Superlite vs Leki Makalu Lite
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Carbon fiber trekking poles with cork grip and SpeedLock 2 quick adjustment. 372g per pair. Foldable for pack carry between trail sections.
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Leki Cross Trail FX Superlite vs Leki Makalu Lite: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Leki Cross Trail FX Superlite wins — at 372 g it is 78 g (17%) lighter than the Leki Makalu Lite (450 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.