What are the Sherpa FX Carbon Strong?
The Sherpa FX Carbon Strong are robust, foldable trekking poles designed for demanding terrain, heavier loads, and long-distance trekking where strength and reliability matter more than shaving weight. Built for mountain hikers, backpackers, and winter users, they combine a reinforced carbon—aluminium construction with a compact folding design for serious all-season performance.
What are they made of?
Carbon / HTS 6.5 Aluminium Shaft
The shaft combines PRC 1000 carbon fibre with HTS 6.5 aluminium, delivering an excellent balance of stiffness, impact resistance, and durability. Carbon reduces swing weight and improves efficiency, while aluminium reinforcement increases strength where it’s needed most.
Matt Finish
A matte surface treatment protects the shaft from scratches and abrasions, maintaining a clean, technical appearance while improving long-term durability in rugged mountain environments.
Aergon Air Grip
The Aergon Air grip is ergonomically shaped for long trekking days and steep terrain. Lightweight and supportive, it promotes natural wrist alignment and efficient pole placement, reducing fatigue over extended use.
Lock System Strap Nylon Neoprene
The adjustable strap combines durable nylon with soft neoprene for comfort against the skin. It provides a secure wrist connection without pressure points, even during long descents or cold-weather use.
What are their features?
Strong Adjustable Length Range
With an extended adjustment range of 120–140 cm, the Sherpa FX Carbon Strong are particularly well-suited to taller users and demanding terrain. The longer maximum length improves posture and leverage on steep descents and when carrying heavy packs.
Five-Section Folding Design
The five-section construction allows the poles to fold down to just 40 cm, making them easy to stow in or on a pack when scrambling, travelling, or transitioning between terrain types.
Reinforced Shaft Diameter
The Ø20|18|16|16|16 mm shaft configuration delivers exceptional stiffness and confidence under load. The thicker upper section enhances durability and stability compared to ultralight trekking poles.
ELD Folding System
The External Locking Device (ELD) enables fast, intuitive deployment. Once assembled, the pole locks securely into place, ensuring reliable performance even in cold, wet, or gloved conditions.
Speed Lock Plus System
The Speed Lock Plus lever system allows quick, precise, and secure length adjustment. Proven and glove-friendly, it maintains a solid hold even under high stress and repeated use.
Trekking Basket 2.0
Equipped with Trekking 2.0 baskets, these poles perform well across mixed terrain, from soft ground and mud to rocky trails and snow-covered paths.
Durable Flex Tip Long
The carbide Flex Tip Long offers excellent grip on rock, gravel, ice, and hard-packed ground. Highly wear-resistant, it’s built for long-term use in demanding mountain environments.
Features
- Reinforced carbon + HTS 6.5 aluminium shaft for strength and durability
- Compact 40 cm pack size for easy stowing in or on a pack
- Stable under load: thicker shaft profile (Ø20|18|16|16|16 mm)
- Adjustable length range (120–140 cm) for taller users and steep terrain
- Aergon Air ergonomic grip for long trekking days and confident control
- Lock System Strap (nylon/neoprene) for secure, comfortable wrist support
- Five-section folding construction for maximum packability
- ELD folding system for quick, reliable deployment
- Speed Lock Plus lever system for fast, secure adjustment
- Trekking 2.0 basket for mixed ground and softer terrain
- Carbide Flex Tip Long for dependable grip on rock, gravel, and hard ground