- Time of past OR future Camino
- Norte - May 2022
I'm doing my first Camino this April/May (El Norte), and researching which poles to purchase. Obviously lots of info on this Forum, which has been very helpful! I've pretty much decided on the Black Diamond FLZ poles, but cannot decide whether to spend the extra money to get carbon vs aluminum. I like the fact that the carbon is a bit lighter (11.7 oz vs 16 oz for aluminum), but I've read that the carbon can snap or break under pressure, whereas aluminum will only bend, and can usually be bent back into place. What I can't seem to find are any actual examples of someone's carbon pole breaking while on a Camino. Would be a real bummer, especially after having paid more money - but if it's very unlikely to happen with the hiking I'll be doing, I might be willing to spend more on something that's lighter weight. Anyone had it happen?
Thanks
Ann
Thanks
Ann