Last tested

2024

Status:ongoing

2026

Quickdraw Carbon Probe 240

Ultralight and robust 240 cm probe. Fast, precise and reliable for when every second counts.

In words
Technical specifications

In words

Intro

An ultralight yet stiff and reliable probe from Pieps providing weight-conscious functionality. The beefy diameter of the tube sections make it extra rigid. The tension cord is made from stiff Kevlar and also the probe closed when stowing it without its bag.

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Technical specifications

Material

fibra di carbonio

Cable material

kevlar

Closing description

pull cable with automatic lock

Tip description

cone shaped, aluminum

Diameter

13 mm

Open length

240 cm

Segment lengths

45 cm

Weight

225 g

Price

100 €

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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