Product Spotlight: Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ
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Tier: premium. A folding carbon pole with adjustable length.
The FLZ is Black Diamond's top folding pole: 100% carbon, a three-section Z-fold, and FlickLock for adjustable length.
Specs (Black Diamond)
- Sizes: 95–110, 110–125 and 125–140 cm
- Weight per pair: 308 g, 336 g or 364 g, by size
- Collapsed: 34, 37 or 40 cm
- EVA foam grip and extension, with a breathable strap made from recycled nylon
- Interchangeable carbide and rubber Tech Tips
- Removable low-profile baskets, compatible with Z-Pole Snow Baskets
Why choose FLZ over a fixed Z-pole?
Adjustability. You can shorten it for climbs, lengthen it for descents, or set it precisely when pitching a trekking-pole shelter.
Listing note
This Amazon link is the current-generation Distance Carbon FLZ in Desert Sky, size 95–110 cm, the shortest of the three. If you need 110–125 or 125–140 cm, choose your size on the listing. Black Diamond's own store showed it out of stock.
See the Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ on Amazon
Availability changes often, so check the Amazon listing for current stock and options.