Gossamer Gear LT5.
4.6 oz per pole carbon fiber trekking poles designed by ultralighters for ultralighters. The lightest credible trekking poles in production.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The weight-conscious ultralight pick. 4.6 oz per pole with fixed-length simplicity for hikers who know their preferred length. Less adjustable and less durable than heavier alternatives — the tradeoff that UL demands.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
4.6 oz Per Pole
Lightest credible trekking poles in production — half the weight of mainstream carbon fiber alternatives.
Fixed-Length Design
No telescoping mechanism — eliminates the most common trekking pole failure point and saves 2 oz per pole.
Premium Carbon Fiber
Gossamer Gear's proprietary carbon layup balances weight and stiffness for trail-realistic loads.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Highest-rated ultralight trekking poles. Deducted slightly for fixed-length limitation and durability vs. reinforced alternatives.
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Best Price Availability.
Prices checked April 2026
Global Critique
“The lightest trekking poles that actually work on trail. Fixed-length is the smart tradeoff.”
“Gossamer Gear nailed the weight-to-stiffness ratio.”
“The LT5 is the trekking pole that makes you wonder why all poles aren't this light.”
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