MSR DynaLock Ascent Foldable Carbon Poles
Ultralight carbon trekking poles with Kevlar-reinforced construction and quick-fold design. Praised for lightweight sturdiness and compact storage, with some notes on stability concerns
Highlights
- Kevlar-reinforced carbon construction
- Ultra-lightweight with compact fold
- Three-piece quick-deploy design
Pros
- Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber construction
- Ultralight and sturdy for backcountry use
- Three-piece design folds compactly
- Foldable for easy packability
- Versatile for hiking, backcountry skiing, or snowboarding
Cons
- Pole stability concerns mentioned by some users
- DynaLock mechanism may jam for some users
Best For
Features
- Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber for ultralight strength
- Three-piece design deploys quickly and folds compactly
- DynaLock mechanism offers tool-free tension adjustment and 20 cm length range
- EVA foam grips with extended lower grip for multiple hand positions
- Winter and summer baskets included for year-round use; size 100-120 cm; weight 0.47 kg; collapsed 36.2 cm
