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Leki: Trail Running & Nordic Walking Poles

Poles built for the climb and the trail. Leki poles — light, sturdy and quick to deploy — deliver support, propulsion and safety in trail running, ultras and Nordic walking.

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Leki poles for trail running and Nordic walking

Recognized worldwide for its expertise, Leki designs ultralight carbon technical poles — foldable and high-performing, built for mountain terrain, ultras and long trail outings. At Boréal Running, discover its range for trail running, Nordic walking and cross trail.

Why use poles for trail running?

Propulsion on climbs

Poles engage the upper body to boost propulsion on steep sections, reducing the load on your quads and improving energy efficiency.

Less fatigue in ultras

Over long distances, they spread the effort between upper and lower body, delaying muscle fatigue and supporting overall endurance.

Stability on descents

On unstable or rocky terrain, they provide an extra point of contact that increases stability and safety, especially on technical descents.

The Leki range

Ultralight carbon foldable FX poles

The FX series (Ultra Trail FX, Skytera FX, Evotrail FX) are foldable poles that are easy to carry: they stow quickly in a quiver or on a vest. Carbon offers an excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio for racing and long distances.

Shark strap system

Leki's Shark system enables a quick connection between hand and pole, optimizing power transfer and comfort on long outings.

Nordic walking and cross trail

Beyond trail, Leki offers Nordic walking poles (Spin Shark) and cross trail models for cardiovascular training and dynamic hiking, including a women's-specific version.

How to choose your poles

Carbon or aluminum: carbon is lighter and stiffer (racing), aluminum more durable (training, technical terrain). Foldable or fixed: foldable poles are the most practical for varied routes. Size: aim for a length giving roughly a 90-degree elbow angle. Our team can advise you in store.

Complete your trail kit

Pair your poles with men's or women's trail shoes, a hydration vest and your nutrition for long outings.

Frequently asked questions

What are poles for in trail running?
They engage the upper body to improve propulsion on climbs, spread the effort to delay fatigue on long distances, and provide a point of contact that increases stability on technical descents.
Carbon or aluminum trail poles?
Carbon is lighter and stiffer, ideal for racing and long distances. Aluminum is more durable and impact-resistant, a good choice for training and very technical terrain.
How do I choose the right pole length?
Length depends on your height. In trail, aim for a length that places your elbow at about 90 degrees when the pole is planted on the ground with your arm at your side.
Are Leki poles easy to carry?
Yes. The foldable FX-series models collapse into three compact sections and stow quickly in a quiver or on a hydration vest, ideal when you alternate running and poles-in-hand climbing.
What is Leki's Shark system?
The Shark strap system lets you quickly clip and unclip your hand from the pole. It optimizes power transfer and comfort, and makes it easy to free your hands at aid stations.
Are poles useful for Nordic walking?
Absolutely. Leki offers Nordic walking poles designed for fluid movement and an active posture, perfect for cardiovascular training and dynamic hiking.