Last tested
2024
Status:ongoing
2025

Carbon C2 Ultralight

A classic two-piece, full-carbon pole that's thicker than most, with a nice grip and strap adjustment system
  • In words
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    In words

    Intro
    Telescopic two-piece full-carbon pole with a modern slim diameter of 18/16 mm. The grip design is excellent for wrist control, and the foam has just the right hardness. And a shout-out for the quick-adjusting wrist strap, which is our favorite system for touring use because it makes it easy to switch from gloves to mittens to bare hands. The efficient articulated basket has three straight edges to scrape ice from skis and skins. Aesthetically speaking, the berry colorway is our favorite.
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    Technical specifications

    Handle material
    aerospace foam
    Shaft material
    fibra di carbonio
    Type
    telescopic
    Basket shape
    hexagonal
    Tip description
    cylindrical with a hollow, widia tip
    Basket diameter
    95 cm
    Available sizes
    one size, 110-140 cm (43-55")
    Price
    169.95 €
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