Black Diamond Razor Carbon Pro Ski Poles

From quick dawn patrols to weeklong glacier trips, the Black Diamond Razor Carbon Pro Ski Poles are built for any day in the backcountry. They combine a light carbon lower with an aluminum upper, adjustable length, a breakaway strap, and wide powder baskets. You get a light pole that floats in deep snow, packs down for travel, and lets go when safety calls for it.

Why we like it:

The SwitchRelease strap. You can lock it when you want a solid connection on the climb and leave it free to break away when safety matters more.

Features and Functions:

Black Diamond pairs a 14mm aluminum upper with a 12mm carbon fiber lower for a light, stiff shaft, and length adjustment runs through the forged aluminum FlickLock Pro, which Black Diamond says is now lighter and easier to use. The touring grip is dual-density soft-touch rubber, with a choke-up ring below it for steep sidehills on the skin track. The touring strap uses SwitchRelease breakaway technology with a lockable release function for backcountry safety. Down low, 75mm powder baskets keep the pole from sinking, and an indexed ferrule provides 3/4 basket compatibility.

Bottom Line:

The Razor Carbon Pro is a lightweight touring pole for backcountry skiers who want carbon's weight savings and a safety-minded strap. It's a strong all-around choice for everything from short tours to multi-day trips.