? ERGO-SOFT GRIPS Patented design for the ultimate in comfort and control. Engineered to work with the biomechanics of the hand. Constructed of a hard plastic core and soft outer surface. Available in exclusive COR-TEC (cork/latex) material, natural rubber or plastic. Only LEKI offers a smaller size grip specifically for women or anyone with a smaller hand.
	? COR-TEC Grip LEKI's patented ergonomic grip construction in a durable combination of natural cork and latex. Provides exceptional comfort and control. ? Positive Angle This 15 degree angle just below the grip keeps your wrist in a relaxed and comfortable position, and allows for better load bearing ? Automatic Strap Nylon wrist straps automatically adjust without buckles.
	? AUTOLOCK STRAP SYSTEM An update to Leki's popular buckle-less strap system for maximum comfort and security. The AutoLock is an internal screw system that allows you to adjust the release tension of the Automatic Strap.
	? HTS 6.5 SERIES ALUMINUM SHAFTS All LEKI models feature the same high-grade aluminum shafts. Nothing is stronger or lighter! One year LEKI warranty against breakage
	? EXPANDER ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM New split-dowel design adjusts faster and tighter than any system on the market.
	? ANTISHOCK SPRING SYSTEM A shock absorbing spring logically placed between the upper and middle shaft sections. The use of an actual spring (rather than a rubber dampener) provides the smoothest, gentlest shock absorption without loss of security.  Available on select models. The most effective shock absorption system in a trekking pole and LEKI's most popular feature. The spring system absorbs the surplus energy and dampens the impact of the pole tip to the ground. Your hand, elbow and shoulder feel a soft, secure touch in each pole plant. Since the original introduction of the Antishock System, it has been proven in use millions of times and the number on convinced hikers and mountaineers grows daily.
	? CARBIDE FLEXTIP  A replaceable tip ferrule with concave carbide tip holds on rock and ice more securely and lasts longer than any other tip design. Does not wear out like steel.
	? INTERCHANGEABLE BASKET SYSTEM New threaded tip/basket design allows for quick, easy change of baskets. Different size baskets are available for summer and winter use.

LEKI is pronounced, ?Lake-ee?. LE is the first two letters of the owner?s last name, Klaus Lenhart, and KI is from the location of the company, Kirchheim/Teck, Germany. This information will help you win trivia contests; we suggest you donate your winnings to your favorite Outdoor Industry Association non-profit agency.

THE LEGEND OF LEKI

LEKI, the world?s leading manufacturer of ski, hiking and trekking poles had its start in Kircheim, Germany as a hobby of its founder, Karl Lenhart, an airframe mechanic and avid skier. Lenhart believed aluminum would make a superior ski pole compared to the heavy steel models available in the late 1940?s. After successfully creating light- weight poles for his friends, in 1954, the hobby became a full time business.

LEKI originated the use of nylon webbing for straps and created plastic molded grips and baskets in place of metal and leather. Additionally, Lenhart developed an aluminum tempering process that produces pole shaft with incomparable strength, durability, and reliability.

In 1984, Klaus Lenhart, Karl?s son assumed leadership and shortly there after developed the first dual- component grip. He is also responsible for improving adjustable pole-locking technology and grip innovations such as the Trigger ?Click-In? system and COR-TEC, a material made of real cork and latex.

As the ski market continued to flourish, LEKI began manufacturing hiking poles primarily for European mountain guides. The concept of using two poles as means of relieving stress on knee joints and the lower back appealed to climbers who also saw benefits in performance and safety. LEKI poles eventually caught on with the general hiking and trekking population that recognized and appreciated the preventive health benefits as well as the climbing support and stabilizing effects. In 1990, LEKI USA was incorporated. The North American market has embraced the company?s line of alpine, Nordic, back country, mountaineering, Nordic walking, and trekking poles. Like their European counterparts who have been loyal to LEKI for nearly five decades, North American outdoor enthusiasts know and appreciate LEKI quality and value.