Here is how these two trekking poles compare on the numbers. On the data the Distance Carbon FLZ is the stronger all-round pick, and the question is whether the Black Series FX Carbon still fits your budget or priorities.
| Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ | Leki Black Series FX Carbon | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 78✓ | 60 |
| Weight (pair) | 12.0 oz✓ | 16.0 oz |
| Packed length | 40 cm | 40 cm |
| Max length | 125 cm | 130 cm✓ |
| Min length | 110 cm | 110 cm |
| Price | $240✓ | $250 |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon |
| Fold style | Folding | Folding |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Distance Carbon FLZ in blue, Black Series FX Carbon in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. Min length is shown for context and is not scored. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full trekking-pole comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ against the Leki Black Series FX Carbon is a study in priorities. The Distance Carbon FLZ is the stronger pick on most of the specs that matter, while the Black Series FX Carbon makes its case on reach.
The Distance Carbon FLZ is 4 oz lighter per pair and $10 cheaper. The Black Series FX Carbon is a longer reach (130 vs 125 cm). On the default GearScore the Distance Carbon FLZ leads 78 to 60.
Pick the Distance Carbon FLZ if you care most about low weight and price, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Black Series FX Carbon if reach matter more to you, or you are focused on your priorities.
The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ. It is 4 oz lighter per pair than the Black Series FX Carbon.
The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ. It is $10 cheaper than the Black Series FX Carbon.
The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ, 78 to 60 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
The Distance Carbon FLZ is the stronger all-round pick here. Choose the Black Series FX Carbon if reach is your priority.