Montem Ultra Light Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles vs MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Trekking Poles
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Carbon fiber poles at 397g per pair. 100% carbon telescoping shafts adjustable 24-53 inches.
Full details →100-120cm carbon poles with dynamic locking technology for steep terrain.
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Montem Ultra Light Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles vs MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Trekking Poles: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Montem Ultra Light Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles wins — at 397 g it is 47 g (11%) lighter than the MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Trekking Poles (444 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.