Gossamer Gear FT3 Folding Trekking Poles vs LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) is the lighter of the two by 39 g (1.4 oz).

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) lists for $50.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Per ounce carried, FT3 Folding Trekking Poles costs less: $39.02/oz against $39.77/oz.

Where to buy

FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.

FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

Gossamer Gear

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

Gossamer Gear

Weight
6.3 oz
4.9 oz
MSRP
$245.00
$195.00
Price per ounce
$39.02/oz
$39.77/oz
Retailers
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) if every ounce counts — 4.9 oz against 6.3 oz.
  • Choose the Gossamer Gear FT3 Folding Trekking Poles if value per ounce carried decides it ($39.02/oz against $39.77/oz).

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Gossamer Gear FT3 Folding Trekking Poles lighter than the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)?
LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) is the lighter of the two by 39 g (1.4 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Gossamer Gear FT3 Folding Trekking Poles or the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)?
LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair) lists for $50.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
Which is better value per ounce, the Gossamer Gear FT3 Folding Trekking Poles or the Gossamer Gear LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)?
Per ounce carried, FT3 Folding Trekking Poles costs less: $39.02/oz against $39.77/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).

FT3 Folding Trekking Poles

Travel light with our carbon fiber poles and EVA foam that won't slow you down. This new variation of our best-selling LT5s is preferred for fastpacking and trail running when you need to grab your poles quickly as the terrain changes. Stay on pace with the same sleek ultralight construction and materials, folding neatly into thirds.

Full specs and prices for the FT3 Folding Trekking Poles →

LT5 Three Piece Carbon Trekking Poles (pair)

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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