FORCLAZ
Ref.
8580865
4004754
set of 2 hiking pole caps
€5.00
Tax included
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These caps, which were co-designed with demanding hikers, are always there at the tips of your poles so that you don't notice the repeated impacts on the ground
BENEFITS
Compatibility
Fits Quechua and Forclaz poles. Does not come off while walking
Ease of use
Red so that it's easily spotted should it come offKnobby pattern indicating wear
Durability
Designed to last. Rubber which is highly resistant to abrasion and perforation
Weight
12g/item
Content protection
Prevents the tip of the pole from causing injury or damaging my belongings
Grip
100% rubber material with a knobby pattern for grip and traction
Cushioning
Flexible material with a rounded shape to reduce noise & absorb shocks on groundTECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
How it was designed...
Entirely designed and validated during the course of a one-year collaboration with 14 demanding users, composed of a well-selected mix of hiking customers and trekking ambassadors. From the drafting of the specifications to the prototype validation tests, including the choice of the colour.
Thank you Serge, Evelyne, Olivier, Thomas, Perrine and all the others!
Thank you Serge, Evelyne, Olivier, Thomas, Perrine and all the others!
How did we achieve such a long lifespan?
Mainly through the choice of a rubber formulation that is highly resistant to abrasion and deformation.
Our laboratory tests show 3 times less wear than the previous model (average abrasion at ambient and hot temperatures).
To maximise the durability, we also opted for deep studs.
This means that the tip has to be replaced less often.
Our laboratory tests show 3 times less wear than the previous model (average abrasion at ambient and hot temperatures).
To maximise the durability, we also opted for deep studs.
This means that the tip has to be replaced less often.
Our other technical choices…
In addition to its durability, the rubber material of this tip has a superior grip coefficient on hard ground (road, stone, tree).
We've also specifically designed V-shaped studs, based on our expertise in shoe soles, to provide good grip on soft ground (earth, mud).
We've also specifically designed V-shaped studs, based on our expertise in shoe soles, to provide good grip on soft ground (earth, mud).
To fit this cap on Quechua and Forclaz poles
Push the cap forcefully onto the tip, so the flexible material deforms to adapt to the tip. It is important to hit the ground hard 2 to 3 times to ensure its full insertion.
The grip on the pole tip has been designed so that the cap does not get lost easily when walking. The grip is maximised on a clean tip but decreases if there is any dust or moisture on the tip.
To remove it, pull it off with a twisting motion. This will make it much easier to remove.
The grip on the pole tip has been designed so that the cap does not get lost easily when walking. The grip is maximised on a clean tip but decreases if there is any dust or moisture on the tip.
To remove it, pull it off with a twisting motion. This will make it much easier to remove.
composition
composition
Main part: 5.0% Steel, 95.0% Synthetic Rubber
Tips for storage and maintenance
Storage tips
Once worn, please dispose of this cap in the appropriate rubber recycling bin at your local recycling centre.
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
During the design stage, each model passes laboratory tests that replicate the demands that will be experienced in the field (abrasion, grip, etc.)
These tests are regularly repeated during production to guarantee a consistent level of quality.
Warranty
2 Years
Agree by
In addition to the laboratory tests, 14 co-designers have also approved this model by conducting field tests. They validate certain aspects such as the shock absorption, ease of use, grip