Leki Makalu FX Carbon Compact

The LEKI Makalu FX Carbon Compact is a premium folding trekking pole pair designed for hikers who want a compact pack size and a shorter adjustment range without sacrificing stability on steep climbs and technical descents. Built with Carbon PRC 1000 and a 4-section folding construction, it packs down small for travel and rucksack carry, then adjusts quickly for the terrain ahead. Control comes from the Aergon Air grip, combining lightweight hollow-core construction with supportive ergonomic surfaces and a fully rubberised grip head for confident downhill handling. The ELD folding system opens and closes quickly at the push of a button, and Speed Lock 2 Plus provides fast, secure length adjustment from 100–120 cm. Finished with Trekking Basket 2.0 and a Flex Tip (Short), it’s built for reliable placement across mixed trails and mountain ground. Features Compact 100–120 cm adjustment range for shorter setups and smaller users Folds down for easy rucksack carry and travel storage Speed Lock 2 Plus for quick, secure height changes on the move Aergon Air grip with rubberised head and grip extension for control on steep terrain Additional Information Folding Vario trekking poles (pair): 100–120 cm adjustment range (Compact) Carbon PRC 1000 shaft with 4-section folding construction Aergon Air grip (PAS system) with Skin Strap 5.0 (One Size, continuously adjustable) ELD folding system for fast open/close handling Trekking Basket 2.0 and Flex Tip (Short) for reliable placement on mixed ground

Leki Makalu Lite

The LEKI Makalu Lite is a three-section aluminium trekking pole pair built for adults who want the dependability of the Makalu platform in a lighter, slimmer construction. At 248 g per pole with a 16|14|12 mm section diameter, it sits meaningfully below the standard Makalu in both weight and bulk, making it particularly well suited to faster-paced mountain days, lighter pack carry, and those who prefer a more nimble pole underfoot. HTS 6.5 aluminium throughout the upper, middle and lower sections delivers the structural reliability expected of the Makalu family, while the Aergon Air grip provides a comfortable, ergonomic hold across varied terrain. The Speed Lock plus locking system handles length adjustment from 110 cm to 130 cm with the same reliable, glove-friendly lever action found across the Active Series. Flex Tip Short (Carbide) and Trekking 2.0 basket cover mixed mountain trail conditions confidently. What’s new for SS26: Updated graphics in Malachite Green / Dark Malachite Green / White. Specification and construction are unchanged from the proven SS25 Makalu Lite platform. This is the Standard variant (110–130 cm)  Features Slimmer 16|14|12 mm section build — lighter and more nimble than the standard Makalu without sacrificing durability 248 g per pole — genuinely light for an aluminium mountain trekking pole Aergon Air grip for comfortable, ergonomic handling on long ascents and descents Speed Lock plus for fast, reliable length adjustment in all conditions Additional Information SS26 updated graphics in Malachite Green / Dark Malachite Green / White on the proven Makalu Lite platform Slimmer 16|14|12 mm section construction — lighter carry than the standard Makalu Durable Aluminium (HTS 6.5) construction throughout all three sections Aergon Air grip (2K Foam, Standard size) for comfortable, ergonomic handling on varied terrain Lock Security Strap Skin 4.0 — one size, continuously adjustable Speed Lock plus external locking system for fast, glove-friendly length adjustment Three-section Vario construction, adjustable from 110–130 cm (Standard) Flex Tip Short (Carbide) for durable, reliable performance on rocky and mixed mountain ground Trekking 2.0 basket for mixed trail and mountain terrain

Leki Makalu Lite Compact

The LEKI Makalu Lite Compact is built for hikers and hillwalkers who want a shorter, more compact pole range without losing the support and control needed for steep climbs and long descents. The Compact adjustment range runs from 90–125 cm, making it a strong choice for smaller users and anyone who prefers a shorter maximum length for efficient technique and pack-friendly carry. It uses LEKI’s Aergon Air grip with the PAS system and Skin Strap 5.0 for secure handling, plus Speed Lock Plus for fast, reliable length changes when the terrain shifts. The aluminium HTS 6.5 shaft construction is designed for durability on rough trails, finished with Trekking Basket 2.0 and a Flex Tip (Short) for stable, precise pole plants on mixed ground. Features Compact 90–125 cm range for shorter setups and controlled downhill technique Speed Lock Plus for quick, secure adjustments on the move Aergon Air + PAS strap system for confident grip and comfort on long days Trekking Basket 2.0 + Flex Tip (Short) for stable placement across mixed terrain Additional Information Compact adjustment range: 90–125 cm 3-section telescopic construction Aergon Air grip with PAS system and Skin Strap 5.0 Speed Lock Plus external lever adjustment Trekking Basket 2.0 and Flex Tip (Short)