The most stable and robust folding pole for high alpine terrain, for winter on skis or in summer with crampons.

The Sherpa FX Carbon Strong is our most stable and robust folding pole for high alpine terrain, for winter on skis or in summer with crampons.

With a 20 millimeter diameter carbon upper section, it can withstand even extreme loads. It is equipped with the new Aergon Air for even more comfort and control.

The special cavity technology allows a lightweight construction and large, supporting surfaces for maximum support on the mountain.

The back of the grip, which is normally made of Thermo Foam, has been completely rubberized for the best hold.

The large ergonomic support surface provides support during steep ascending switchbacks.

The pole is equipped with a trekking basket, the large binding basket is included directly as a change basket.

Weight: 317 g

The Aergon Air combined lightness with stability. Its ergonomic shape provides maximum comfort, while the fully rubber grip head provides absolute control.
Adjustable strap with safety release It has been reinforced with neoprene and a comfortable fleece inlay and offers optimal comfort.
Grip extension for simple grip adjustment on steep terrain or when traversing.
Carbon PRC (Performance Racing Carbon) 1000 and Aluminium HTS (Heat Treated Shaft) 6.5
The ELD System makes it possible to open and close the folding pole quickly with the push of a button. The special construction surrounding the trigger button provides for more stability.
The adjustment system works via an external clamping mechanism which allows for easy adjustments and offers maximum hold.
Compact trekking basket. Protects against sinking into snow and mud and can be changed easily by hand.
Specially designed basket for touring with a short edge for adjusting bindings and a long edge for scraping icy ski skins. Can be easily changed by hand.
Robust tip that guarantees precise pole positioning and an optimal grip on nearly any terrain.

Shaft middle part (3): Carbon
Activities: Trekking / Hiking
Age group: Adults
Gender: Unisex
Sizerun: No sizerun
Construction: Vario (continuously adjustable) | Foldable
Pack size: 37 cm
Weight: 317 g
Segments diameter: 20|18|16|16|16 mm
Shaft geometry: No bend
Shaft shape: Cylindric
Grip: Aergon Air
Strap: Lock Security Strap Nylon Neoprene
Grip extension: 1K Foam
Shaft material: Carbon (PRC 1000) | Aluminium (HTS 6.5)
Shaft upper part: Carbon
Shaft middle part (1): Carbon
Shaft middle part (2): Carbon
Shaft lower part: Aluminium
Folding system: ELD
Locking system: Speed Lock 1 plus
Basket: Trekking 2.0
Exchange basket: Big Mountain Binding
Tip: Flex Tip
Tip size: Long

NEW ZEALAND DELIVERY

For delivery of orders within New Zealand, excluding boats:

All local orders over NZD $149 are shipped free using a standard signature required service.

All local orders under NZD $149 are charged a flat fee of NZD $8 and are shipped using standard signature required service.
We use Post Haste Couriers as our courier service

Allow 4 business days for standard South Island shipping and 5 business days for the North Island.

Rural Address and PO box numbers please add business 2 days.

Once your order has been dispatched you will receive an email with tracking information.

Once your order has left the store it is at the mercy of the couriers. Please check your tracking information and contact the couriers if it has not arrived when expected.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY ORDER?

Allow 1-2 business days for standard South Island shipping and 2-3 business days for the North Island.
Rural Address and PO Boxes, please add 2 more days.
We try our best to get your orders out to you ASAP, however, during our peak times (Christmas, Sale week etc), we may need an extra day to process them.
These estimates are for a perfect world when courier companies work on time and natural disasters and pandemics are at bay. Once it has left the shop it is sometimes up to the shipping gods!

If you would like an update of Courier Network Status, please see these links:

CAN I CHANGE MY ADDRESS AFTER I ORDER?

We can’t change addresses in the system once your order has been placed, however, send an email to hello@furtherfaster.co.nz or call us in-store and we will endeavour to change the address.
Please let us know before order cut off at 1pm daily.

INSTORE PICK UP / CLICK & COLLECT

We offer an in-store pick up service.
This is contactless, please order online and choose Pick-Up.
You will be notified when your order is ready for collection.
Collection can be made during opening hours at
57A Buchan Street
Sydenham
Christchurch

WHERE IS MY ORDER:

Once your order has been shipped you will receive a Shipment Order Email. This will have a link to your tracking details, you can use this link to find the location of your parcel and contact the courier company to see how far away it is.
If you have not received a confirmation email within 24hrs, please check your junk box in your email, as some times we need to get in touch with you and emails do happen to end up in there!
Alternatively, speak to our order guru 'Bot-Bruce', and he can find the tracking details for you in the chat section of this pop-up. Just ask him, 'Where is my order?' and follow the prompts 🐻.

INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY (AUSTRALIA, USA)

All Australian orders are charged a flat fee of NZD $35 and are shipped using a standard service (not including boats or paddles). Paddles are NZD $125 for 2 and 4 piece paddles and NZD $195 for 1 piece paddles.
All North American orders are charged a flat fee of NZD $90 and are shipped using a standard service (not including boats or paddles).
Standard delivery times for international orders can vary from 5 business days to 6 weeks.
Once your item has been dispatched you will receive an email with tracking information.
International orders do not come with a signature delivery confirmation.
Please do not buy products with eggs or bacon, as international customs do not like this and your order may be confiscated at your own cost (no one wants wasted bacon and eggs!)

SPECIAL ORDER ITEMS

All orders are shipped from our Christchurch store and usually leave the next day. If for some reason we don't have the item you ordered we will notify you as soon as possible and let you know when you can expect delivery. Special order for non stocked items vary however are usually 2-6 weeks.

BOATS

Need your boat shipped? No problem! Shipping is excluded at time of purchase. The team will calculate this separately after your purchase and contact you with the best rates for you at the time.
As a cost indication shipping typically starts at $99 for smaller boats and $150 for longer, larger boats. This is based on where in NZ your boat needs to go and which boat you purchase.
Boats are delivered to your nearest Mainfreight Depot for you to collect from there.

Please contact the team on 03 338 1774 or hello@furtherfaster.co.nz to find out more.

QUESTIONS?

If you'd like to know availability and delivery times for a specific item please contact us and we will aim to get back to you the same day within business hours.

Leki Sherpa FX Carbon Strong Pole