REI
REI Flash Carbon
B
Ranked #5 in Trekking Poles
537 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
The budget carbon telescoping pick from BikeHikeSafari, light and durable for a first-time buyer, though slightly less proven than the top three.
Consolidated from 4 independent outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
Pros & cons
- ✓ Lightweight and durable
- ✓ Reasonable price for first-time buyers
- ✓ Among the most highly rated hybrid carbon-aluminum poles available
- ✓ Balances weight and price as REI's best-seller
- ✓ CleverHiker's 38-thru-hike test calls it an excellent option for the average hiker
- ✗ Less proven track record than top three picks
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. 1 outlet wouldn't let us check its link. We quote no words from these sources, so each row shows only where we placed it.
Evidence 3 articles and 1 community source
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #5 of 17 on our trekking poles tier list, in B tier. That placement draws on 4 independent outlets.
Less proven track record than top three picks.
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