Built for four-season use Leki's Sherpa FX 1 carbon trekking poles are suitable for hiking trekking mountaineering and skiing. The pole combines lightweight carbon construction with an aluminum base for greater stability and durability on challenging terrain. This fixed length stick consists of four parts which allows you to pack it compactly. Ergonomic Aergon Air handle with angled wrist rest and protective strap transfers pressure from the wrists to the core muscles to support our body weight during steep ascents and descents. The Sherpa comes with a flexible trekking tip. and also compatible with Big Mountain mounting baskets (not included) for use on snow.