Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ vs LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL

Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ

$240

LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL

€157.95

Quick verdict

Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ

$240

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (70 vs 38)

LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL

€157.95

The better pick if you want:

To spend $50 less

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 11 products in Poles on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ· leads in none

LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL· leads in 3

LightnessPackabilityAffordability

Lightness
170 gTop 41%
161 gTop 23%
Packability
37 cmTop 50%
34 cmTop 14%
Affordability
$240
$190

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ vs LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL

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Essentials

$240

€157.95

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2026

Specifications

Competition

~170 g

161 g

37 cm

34 cm

105 - 125 cm

100 - 120 cm

Adjustable

Fixed length

Carbon

Carbon (HRC max)

Distance Grip

Trail Shark

EVA Foam

1K Foam

Breathable Distance Strap

Trail Shark Strap Mesh

Standard Strap System

Shark System

Z-pole speed cone + FlickLock

Push Button

Yes

Tech Tip (carbide/rubber interchangeable)

Trail Running Tip

Minimalist removable basket

Trail Running Basket

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Which offers better value: Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ vs LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL?

For value comparison: The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ ($240) provides premium features compared to the LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL ($190). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 11 products in Poles on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ· leads in none

LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL· leads in 3

LightnessPackabilityAffordability

Lightness
170 gTop 41%
161 gTop 23%
Packability
37 cmTop 50%
34 cmTop 14%
Affordability
$240
$190