The Women’s Distance FLZ is an exceptional three-season adventure partner—strong when you aren’t, supportive and easily adjustable when the terrain calls for adaptability. Now combining Black Diamond's new SlideLock technology, which makes locking and collapsing the pole even easier, with FlickLock® adjustability, the Distance FLZ is a mainstay for hard-hitting mountain athletes. With soft-to-the-touch features where it matters most, even the longest of days won’t leave your hands calloused. The upgraded Distance FLZ is also 30% stiffer with improved joint support. The pole’s three-section foldable design allows for fast-response deployment, making the Distance FLZ the ultimate, adaptable three-season pole with durable aluminum construction.

Speed Cone deployment

Speed Cone technology comes from Black Diamond's expertise in avalanche probe design—a key component of Z-Poles' stiffness and fast deployment. Simply grab the grip and the first shaft section and pull them away from each other. The pole will snap into place and lock. Each Speed Cone guides a shaft section into place, and stiffens the joint when the pole is locked. Protective, flexible tube ends cover the pole’s Kevlar® centre cord when folded.

Features

• SlideLock technology improves ease-of-use when locking your pole
• Improved joint support and stiffness
• Lightweight EVA foam grip and breathable, moisture-wicking strap
• Non-slip EVA foam mini-grip extension
• Three-section foldable shaft with speed cone deployment and FlickLock® adjustability
• Aluminum construction
• Interchangeable, non-scarring rubber Tech Tips and carbide Tech Tips
• Stopper basket with shaft catcher to secure folded sections