MRDW Collection - Zipline Blurr EXT - Adjustable Graphite Composite Ski Poles

I’ve taken these ski poles out to the slopes twice, tackling around 50 runs through a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails. Right out of the gate, their durability impressed me. Despite my skepticism towards adjustable poles and their tendency to slip under heavy use, these stood the test with flying colors, remaining steadfast throughout. Their lightweight design meant I barely felt them in my grip, a notable plus.

Aesthetically, they’re quite appealing, though I observed they’re somewhat bulkier at the top. This didn’t impact their performance in any noticeable way, however.

In terms of value, these poles are exceptional, easily earning a 5/5 rating from me.

A couple of points to mention for potential improvement:

1. The wrist straps could benefit from being longer to accommodate those with larger wrists. Standing at 6’1”, I found it somewhat troublesome to fit them over my gloves.
2. It was a surprise to find they included two sets of baskets, a detail not mentioned in their description. I had preemptively purchased an additional hex basket for skiing in the northeast, which turned out to be unnecessary.

Very good

I’ve taken these ski poles out to the slopes twice, tackling around 50 runs through a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails. Right out of the gate, their durability impressed me. Despite my skepticism towards adjustable poles and their tendency to slip under heavy use, these stood the test with flying colors, remaining steadfast throughout. Their lightweight design meant I barely felt them in my grip, a notable plus.

Aesthetically, they’re quite appealing, though I observed they’re somewhat bulkier at the top. This didn’t impact their performance in any noticeable way, however.

In terms of value, these poles are exceptional, easily earning a 5/5 rating from me.

A couple of points to mention for potential improvement:

1. The wrist straps could benefit from being longer to accommodate those with larger wrists. Standing at 6’1”, I found it somewhat troublesome to fit them over my gloves.
2. It was a surprise to find they included two sets of baskets, a detail not mentioned in their description. I had preemptively purchased an additional hex basket for skiing in the northeast, which turned out to be unnecessary.

Very good