At last the strongest, most stable, reliable solution to convert your walking poles into a support for the Hex 3, Shangri-La 3, Shangri-La 4, Megalight, Megamid, tarp and any shelter requiring a solid tall adjustable pole.
For those with lightweight poles made from smaller diameter sections, namely 16mm, 14mm and 12mm sections this Blue 16mm tube will replace the handle and link the four lower sections together to provide a strong stable support.
Once the 'lightbulb' was on, I knew in the UK there were two standard pole diameters produced, and by creating a 14mm expander for the thicker poles (replace lower section) and a 16mm tube for the thinner poles (replace handle), 99% of the walking poles would be covered for those wanting a single strong support.
Therefore we can offer two solutions for anyone wanting to link two walking poles together to create a solid reliable support. One which is quick and simple to erect and will allow you to sleep well at night, so not worry about your shelter collapsing!
This extender tube will obviously only work with poles which use internal expanders. The Black Diamond 'click lock' system I'm afraid is not compatible with this simple device.
Simply unscrew the handler section of each walking pole and slide the mid pole section into the tube, twist and lock it into place.
Please ensure there is a good 'overlap' of each section over the joining section to provide maximum stability and strength. To remove simply reverse the process and replace the handle section back into place.
A word of warning: Do take care removing/replacing the mid pole section and slotting it into the extension tube, to ensure the plastic expanders slide into place without damaging the fins. No responsibility will be taken for any damaged expanders which have been forced or damaged in any way.
Will fit all walking poles with a 16mm handle section, namely;
(List to be added to)
Leki Ultralite Makalu
Leki Ultralite Carbon
Pacerpole Carbon (For the Allow Pacers you require the 14mm version)
Features
300mm x 16mm
Alloy - Weight 34g
Colour - Blue
Measuring your pole diameter: If you don't have the manufacturers information or a digital caliper, you need to try this simple method. Mathematically with a radius of 8mm the (internal) circumference should be 2 x pi x r = 50.24mm. However, if you use a slip of paper and wrap it around the pole, then lay it against a ruler, we are getting a measurement of 55mm. That's close enough!
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