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BACKLINE Touring Ski Poles Award 2023 – 2 out of 6 stars
Atomic BCT MOUNTAINEERING CARBON SQS – Tested model
Tested model

Faltstock · 2023/24

Atomic BCT MOUNTAINEERING CARBON SQS

69.45 out of 100 points

249.99 €

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Quick verdict

The folding pole scores with easy adjustability of length and strap, decent stiffness, and a top packed size. Grip comfort is excellent for some testers, unusual for others.

Test strengths

  • Adjustability: 15.91/20 points
  • Stiffness: 15/20 points
  • Weight score: 13.77/20 points

Relatively lower scores

  • Basket: 11.86/20 points
Total points
69.45 / 100
Weight
307 g
RRP
249.99 €
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Test year 2023 · Gastein

Test verdict

The folding pole scores with easy adjustability of length and strap, decent stiffness, and a top packed size. Grip comfort is excellent for some testers, unusual for others. At 3.60 Euro / point, the pole offers good value for money.

Specifications

Pole class
Faltstock
Test year
2023
Model year
2024
Lengths
115 – 135 cm
Adjustable
Yes
Adjustment
Drehhebel
Packed length
40 cm
Shaft material
Carbon & Aluminium
Strap
Klemmsystem im Kopf
Release system
ja
Weight (measured)
307 g
RRP
249.99 €
Euro per point
3.60 €

Detailed test scores

CriterionPointsStarPacked size
Stiffness15.00 / 20★—
Grip comfort12.91 / 20—
Adjustability15.91 / 20★—
Basket11.86 / 20—
Weight13.77 / 20—
Total points69.45 / 100—
Value for money3.60 € / point—
Packed size—40 cm
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