Last tested
2025
Status:ongoing
2026

Mezza Ultralite

Pole of the year RacePole of the year Race 2026
Full-carbon, full-race pole with rapid-release strap and excellent balance
  • In words
  • Technical specifications

In words

Intro
The two standout features here are the quality of the grip—superior to the ATK’s thanks to the cork and quick-release harness strap, which speeds up many maneuvers—and its basket, which, like the ATK, is well-shaped to provide optimum support on uneven backcountry terrain while still being easy to free from holes. Full carbon pole, without the Kevlar spirals that protect the lower part of the ATK model. The cross-country feel of this entire range of pole makes it equally suited to Nordic and roller skiing. Still one of the best choices among the few true 100% race models out there. There are pros and cons between the traditional strap and this detachable harness strap, which ultimately comes down to personal preference.
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Technical specifications

Handle material
cork, plastic
Shaft material
fibra di carbonio
Type
fixed length
Basket shape
cross-country
Tip description
tungsten carbide, pointed
Basket diameter
70 cm
Available sizes
110 > 150 cm (43-59") every 5 cm (2")
Price
200 €
Top stories
Thoughts
Necessity

Editorial

Thoughts
At the heart of every ski (duplicate)

Editorial

Location
Test Center Pontedilegno Tonale

Our freeride base camp 

Location
Base Camp Race

Sertorelli Sport Hotel

Location
Test Center Cervino Ski Paradise

To test the equipment and skins for the Race category, we based ourselves in Breuil-Cervinia

Location
Test Center Livigno

For the second year in a row, we headed to Livigno, aka Little Tibet.

Race
Intro
Race: boots

Innovation at the lower end of the market

Instruction
Boots under the microscope

We tested flex, walkability and liner warmth in the Light, Tour and Free unisex models

Intro
Made for women: skis and boots

Strong women

Free
Intro
Free: boots

A new era

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