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FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

$245.00
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Description

Travel light with our carbon fiber poles and EVA foam that won't slow you down. This new variation of our best-selling LT5s is preferred for fastpacking and trail running when you need to grab your poles quickly as the terrain changes. Stay on pace with the same sleek ultralight construction and materials, folding neatly into thirds.

Weight: 6.2 oz / 178 g
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FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

  • Never Break Stride

    Stash them in a pocket and pull them back out in seconds when the climb starts. No more choosing between carrying poles you don't need and needing poles you can't reach.

  • Pitch Perfect

    Extend each pole to the shelter icon and you're at the exact pitch height for our One and Two tents.

  • Lighter Poles, Longer Days

    At 6.2 oz per pole, the FT3 all but disappears in your hands. Carbon fiber shafts and a custom-molded EVA foam grip keep every swing light, so your energy stays on the trail ahead.

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Product Details

Gear Notes

Three-piece carbon fiber construction at 178 g per pole, folding down to 38 cm and extending from 115 cm to 130 cm through a single locking section.

The custom-molded EVA foam grip and adjustable nylon wrist strap keep pressure off your hands on long efforts.

Carbon fiber rewards confident, straight-on loading, which is exactly how you should use it on the trail. Rinse the shafts clean after muddy or salty days and loosen the clamp before long-term storage, and they'll stay crisp mile after mile.

The shelter icon on the shaft is calibrated to our One and Two ultralight shelters for a fast, confident pitch. Using a different shelter? Start at the icon and adjust from there.

Features

  • 3-piece folding carbon fiber design
  • Ergonomic, custom molded EVA foam grip
  • Minimum length: 115cm, Maximum length: 130cm, Folded size: 15” approx.
  • Adjustable wrist strap
  • Carbide tips
  • Built-in baskets and optional boots for various terrain
  • Shelter icon for easy set up with the One and Two

Specs

Average Weight

Each Pole 6.2 oz / 178 g each (without boot)

Rubber Boot (2) 9 g each

Dimensions

Minimum / Fully Folded Length 15" / 38cm

Maximum Length Deployed 51" / 130 cm

Minimum Length Deployed 42" / 115 cm

Top Section Diameter 16.3 mm

Middle Section Diameter 12.7 mm

Bottom Section Diameter 12.7 mm

Materials

  • Pole: Carbon Fiber
  • Adjustment Parts: Aluminium
  • Grip: Custom molded EVA foam 
  • Wrist Strap: Nylon webbing 
  • Clamp, baskets and boots: injection molded 
  • Tips: Carbide

FAQ

How quickly can I deploy the FT3 poles while on the move?

Fast enough to keep your momentum. Pull them from a pocket, unfold, and lock in seconds — no twisting sections or digging through pack straps. When the grade eases, they fold back up just as fast.

Can I use the FT3 poles to pitch my Gossamer Gear shelter?

Yes. The shelter icon on the shaft is calibrated to our One and Two ultralight shelters for a fast, confident pitch. Extend to the icon, stake out, done. Using a different shelter? Start at the icon and adjust from there.

How durable are carbon fiber folding poles? Should I be worried about durability?

Carbon fiber rewards confident, straight-on loading, don't use them to catch a fall or lever against rocks at odd angles. With proper use they're trail-tough. Rinse after muddy or salty days, loosen the clamp before storage, and they'll stay crisp mile after mile. Note that carbon fiber breakage is not covered under warranty.

What's the difference between the FT3 and the LT5?

Deploy speed vs. adjustability. The FT3 is built for fastpacking and trail running when you need to grab your poles quickly as terrain changes. The LT5s are telescoping with a wider length range, better suited for all-day hiking where poles stay out most of the time. Move fast and frequently stash your poles? FT3. Poles out all day? LT5.

Are the FT3 poles carry-on friendly?

Yes, that's one of the biggest advantages of a folding design. The FT3 folds down to 38 cm (about 15 inches), which fits easily in most carry-on bags and personal item backpacks. No more checking a bag or shipping poles to your trailhead. We recommend using the boot covers on the tips before packing them. Success can vary depending on the TSA agent, please check your airline's policy before flying.

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