The Khumbu AS is the anti-shock version of the popular Khumbu, which helps protect muscles, joints and ligaments. It also comes equipped with the comfortable Aergon CorTec grip and the Speed Lock+ adjustment system for easy and intuitive length adjustment. The lightweight yet strong aluminum tubes make the perfect combination for your next hike!
FEATURES:
- Dynamic Suspension System: The Dynamic Suspension System is a vibration-absorbing construction made of elastomer material. According to a study by the University of Tübingen, it reduces the impact force by approx. 40%, thereby relieving the musculature, joints, and tendons. This tip is to be used with a basket without exception.
- PAS System: PAS grip with loop without integrated glove system.
- Aergon: Ultralight, edge-less trekking grip with proven comfort and ergonomic grip zone, as well as an integrated, adjustable strap.
- Lock System Strap Soft 2.0: Individually adjustable strap. It is ultra-light, highly breathable and offers ideal comfort.
- Aluminum: Aluminum HTS (Heat Treated Shaft) 6.5
- Speed Lock Plus: The adjustment system works via an external clamping mechanism which allows for easy adjustments and offers a high holding force.
- Trekking Basket 2.0: Compact trekking basket: Prevents sinking into soft ground and can be easily replaced by hand.
- DSS Tip: Precise pole positioning and an optimal grip on nearly any terrain. This tip should only be used with a basket.
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Grip size: | Standard |
|---|---|
| Suspension system: | Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) |
| Activities: | Trekking / Hiking |
| Age group: | Adults |
| Gender: | Unisex |
| Sizerun: | No sizerun |
| Construction: | Vario (continuously adjustable) |
| Adjustment area: | 110 - 145 cm |
| Pack size: | 71 cm |
| Weight: | 284 g |
| Segments: | 3 |
| Segments diameter: | 18|16|14 mm |
| Grip system : | PAS |
| Shaft geometry: | No bend |
| Shaft shape: | Cylindric |
| Grip: | Aergon |
| Grip material: | 2K CorTec |
| Strap: | Lock System Strap Soft 2.0 |
| Strap size: | One Size (continously adjustable) |
| Shaft material: | Aluminium (HTS 6.5) |
| Shaft upper part: | Aluminium |
| Shaft middle part (1): | Aluminium |
| Shaft lower part: | Aluminium |
| Locking system: | Speed Lock plus |
| Basket: | Trekking 2.0 |
| Tip: | DSS Tip |
| Tip size: | 14 mm |