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Durston Iceline vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

Iceline is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).

Iceline lists for $16.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Iceline

  • Check price at Durston

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

  • Check price at Gossamer Gear

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Iceline

Durston

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

Gossamer Gear

Weight
9.4 oz
9.8 oz
MSRP
$179.00
$195.00

Which one to choose

  • Choose the Durston Iceline if every ounce counts — 9.4 oz against 9.8 oz.
+ Add the Iceline to my pack+ Add the LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) to my pack

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Durston Iceline lighter than the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)?
Iceline is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Durston Iceline or the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)?
Iceline lists for $16.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Durston Iceline

Source not recorded.

“The Iceline trekking poles are a compact and adjustable 3 piece pole that use efficient design and premium materials to create a pole that is simpler and stronger while being the world's lightest adjustable poles at just 133 g (4.7oz).”
Full specs and prices for the Iceline →

Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

Source not recorded.

“At just 4.9 oz per pole, the LT5s are among the lightest 3-piece trekking poles on the planet. Designed for ultralight hikers, minimalist travelers, and anyone tired of lugging around heavy gear.”
Full specs and prices for the LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) →

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