{"product_id":"black-diamond-distance-z-trekking-poles","title":"BLACK DIAMOND Distance Z Trekking Poles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Diamond Distance Z trekking poles\u003c\/strong\u003e apply Black Diamond's pole-design knowledge to the specific problem ultralight and fast-packing hikers face: poles that weigh almost nothing but don't collapse under load or vibrate on descent. The Z design refers to the pole geometry that lets you push forcefully downhill without the pole buckling or transmitting shock up your arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Diamond Carbon Trekking Poles for Ultralight Hiking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon construction saves meaningful weight compared to aluminum equivalents while maintaining stiffness — the load carries through the pole without flex or energy loss. The Distance Z isn't built for maximal comfort; it's built for efficient movement on maintained terrain and scramble approaches where pole economy matters. The FlickLock adjustment system is the engineering detail: click the lever to lengthen or shorten instantly while hiking, so you adjust for descent or a steep section without stopping. The poles pack reasonably flat, which matters for kayak and bike trips where barrel space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarbon construction — ultralight without sacrificing stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eZ-pole geometry designed for fast descent and steep scramble\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlickLock collar — instant length adjustment without stopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight pack down — fits bike and kayak storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack Diamond tune-up — proven ultralight pole design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor trail runners doubling as hikers and fast-packing mountaineers, these poles solve the weight-versus-function calculus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BLACK DIAMOND","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52549468160276,"sku":"PPO-B09N7WJB2R","price":158.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/6614\/2996\/files\/91XBrV6RTmL-AC-SL1500-_1.jpg?v=1780208224","url":"https:\/\/peakperformanceoutfitters.com\/products\/black-diamond-distance-z-trekking-poles","provider":"Peak Performance Outfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}