Atomic

Backland FR SQS

TESTED 2023
This stylish, two-piece adjustable pole is strong and has lots of tricks for ski mountaineers looking for something different
  • In words
  • Technical specifications

    In words

    Intro
    Visually and to the touch, this is one of our favorites. And the surprises keep coming out on the snow. The racing grip of this two-piece, adjustable pole is made of hard foam for good grip, and the padded wrist strap paired with a safety-release mechanism is very comfortable and easy to adjust. The upper shaft section, which is the inner piece, extends fully to 35 cm (about 14"). It also has built-in Phillips-head and flat-head screwdriver inserts for binding adjustments and repairs on the fly. Everything in its place and easy on the eyes.
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    Technical specifications

    Handle material
    EVA
    Shaft material
    aluminum
    Type
    telescopic
    Basket shape
    hexagonal
    Tip description
    round, hollow, radial
    Basket diameter
    97 cm
    Available sizes
    one size, 110-130 cm (43-51")
    Price
    169.99 €
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