1974 was the year that Muhammad Ali beat George Foreman in the legendary ‘Rumble in the Jungle’, Nixon resigned over the Watergate scandal and Germany won the FIFA World Cup on home soil (we still think the Dutch were robbed). But it was also the year that Leki introduced the Makalu trekking pole – and it’s been in the hands of multiple generations of hikers ever since. It’s rightly earned a reputation as one of the most rugged and robust trekking poles around, whilst getting lighter and more technically capable through the decades. The latest version of this classic hiking pole is fitted out with a comfortable Aergon Air extended foam Grip and Leki’s intuitive Speed Lock 2 adjustment system, which provides on-the-go adjustment and rock-solid holding power. The shaft is made from aluminium HTS 6.5 alloy for exceptional stability and durability, without the risk of cracking or shattering, as with ultralight carbon fibre poles. It’s all you need in a supremely well-balanced and great value package. For no-nonsense performance, mile after mile, make it the Makalu.
If you’re looking to hike further, faster and for longer, here’s our advice: invest in a pair of trekking poles. Because let’s face it, we can always use a little extra speed, stability and support on our adventures. And if you’re in the market for poles, there’s one brand that consistently comes at the head of the pack: Leki.
We mean that literally. Record-breaking mountain athletes, from sky-runners to skiers, are part of the brand’s elite roster. Leki uses their input to continually refine and improve their extensive product range. Or as they put it: “When the best in the world are 100% satisfied, so are we”.
It’s an approach that works in conjunction with meticulous design, technically advanced materials and state-of-the-art construction methods to ensure that Leki poles are the undisputed market leader. If you want proof, how’s this: the company owns more than 250 patents in trekking pole technologies. Which means that when it comes to build quality and performance, Leki truly are poles apart.
