The Guide Ultra-Light is one of the lightest and most dependable set of ski poles on Earth! This do-it-all, trek/ski/expedition wonder is the ultimate pole choice of guides and serious adventurers. The Guide Ultra-Light packs down to 30" for storage in a duffel bag, atop a yak, or on your pack. Compactability makes this pole great for steep ascents. The Guide Ultra-Light is also an ideal Spring and Winter pole, when the optional Claw self-arrest grip is added. Can be converted to an avalanche probe.