--- product_id: 1493787 title: "Black Diamond Replacement Trekking Pole Tip Protectors for BD Poles Only" brand: "black diamond" price: "NZ$64" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Black Diamond" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1493787-black-diamond-replacement-trekking-pole-tip-protectors-for-bd-poles store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Shock-absorbing tip reduces impact Tool-free press-fit installation Durable abrasion-resistant rubber Black Diamond Replacement Trekking Pole Tip Protectors for BD Poles Only **Brand:** black diamond **Price:** NZ$64 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛤️ Elevate every hike with tips that take the hit so you don’t have to! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Diamond Replacement Trekking Pole Tip Protectors for BD Poles Only by black diamond - **How much does it cost?** NZ$64 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1493787-black-diamond-replacement-trekking-pole-tip-protectors-for-bd-poles) ## Best For - black diamond enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted black diamond brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless On-the-Go Setup:** Quick press-fit installation means no tools, no hassle—just hit the trail faster. - • **Trail-Ready Shock Absorption:** Flexible tip design cushions every step on rocky terrain for unmatched comfort. - • **Extend Your Pole’s Lifespan:** Protects carbide tips from abrasion, saving you replacement costs and downtime. - • **Built to Last Rugged Adventures:** Premium rubber construction resists wear and tear, ensuring long-term reliability. - • **Seamless Black Diamond Compatibility:** Perfectly engineered for BD poles, making upgrades and replacements a breeze. ## Overview Black Diamond Replacement Trekking Pole Tip Protectors feature shock-absorbing flexible rubber designed to reduce impact on uneven terrain, extending the life of carbide tips. Engineered for durability and abrasion resistance, these tool-free press-fit tips are compatible exclusively with Black Diamond poles, offering hikers a reliable, easy-to-install upgrade for rugged outdoor adventures. ## Description Black Diamond Equipment Flex Tech Tips Review: For My DIY Graphite Trekking Poles - Nice Tips - Well Designed - Functional - Very Reasonable Price - These are functional and well-designed tips that I used to make my own pair of carbon fiber (graphite) trekking poles. We're retired on a fixed budget, so I try to make as much of my own gear as possible. The finished poles ended up costing me just a little over $20 each. They weigh only 5 ounces each, including wrist strap, and including the Black Diamond rubber tip covers that fit over these Flex Tips. Here is how I made my trekking poles: While some people have used shafts from old golf clubs, that didn't work for me because it was a pain to try to find a pair of golf clubs that were long enough for my 6-foot height. And I like longer poles. There are many inexpensive brand new graphite club shafts for sale at close-out prices on that on-line auction market with the name that begins with the letter "e". I bought a lovely pair of new 46-inch shafts for $10 each including shipping. For each hand grip I cut 14 circles, 1-1/2 inches in diameter, out of an old 1/2-inch thick closed-cell blue foam sleeping mat (or buy one at WM for $7). I punched a 1/2 inch hole in the center of each disk, slipped them on the shaft and glued the faces of the disks together with contact cement, being careful to keep glue off the shaft. With a belt sander, I then shaped the hand grips round to my taste and preference for diameter. I bought a length of black shrink-fit tubing, off the same on-line auction place, that is 35mm in diameter, and which is sold as grip covering material for fishing rods (cost $5 for one meter length including shipping from China), and heat shrink that material over the foam handle that I just fashioned. This material has a cross-hatch texture design and feels great in the hand, almost like rubbery suede. As an alternative, you could make the handles out of the pre-shaped cork handles sold for making fishing poles, and eliminate the shrink cover if desired. Or you could stack up cork discs, which are a little easier to shape by hand. , I turned a little aluminum plug to fit the hollow end at the handle end of the shaft, drilled and tapped a 10-24 hole in that plug. I glued the plug in the end of the shaft with a dab of hot-melt adhesive. If you only have hand tools, the end plug can easily be shaped by hand out of a scrap of wood. Or, no end plug is really needed except as a place to attach the wrist strap. My wrist straps are a bit of surplus 1/2-inch nylon strap that my wife had in her sewing notions box. I've enjoyed explaining my home-made trekking poles to other hikers that have asked about them, and it is satisfying to use home-made gear. Some details that aren't included in the product description of this Flex Tip is that the tip is sized to accept a pole end that is 3/8" in diameter with a press-in fit. My graphite shafts have an end diameter of only .335 inches, but they fit just fine into these Flex Tips and hold very securely. These Flex Tips are 4-inch long, and the trekking pole shaft inserts 3-inches into these tips, which means these tips will add about 1-inch of length to your poles. The Black Diamond rubber tip covers will add another 1/2-inch of length. I don't use the carbide tips on anything but snow or ice. Rubber tips are much more functional in dirt and bare rock and don't leave marks on the land without good reason, not to mention a slippery slimy stream crossing. And you don't need baskets ends unless in snow or marsh. I'm very pleased with the way these trekking poles turned out. I have lots of mountain trail miles using them. They are one-piece, which means I can't carry them on an airplane, but I never do that anyway. I don't find the one-piece poles to be any sacrifice compared to collapsing poles, whether traveling by car, or while backpacking. One-piece poles are strongest, lightest, and most reliable with no fussing. I don't ever miss not being able to alter the length for steep terrain. Also, while adjusting pole length for steep up or down pitches is a nice theory, I've never seen anyone with adjustable-length poles stop to re-set the length of their trekking poles when they come to a steep pitch. If I do ever decide that I want two-piece poles, I have a plan for how to cut these into two pieces, and join them with an aluminum or carbon fiber ferrule and 1/8-inch shock cord. Review: Can’t beat Orig Equip! - Fit my Distance Z poles perfectly. Installed and ready for the trail! ## Features - SHOCK-ABSORBING TIP DESIGN: Flexible housing helps reduce impact forces on rocky or uneven terrain, improving user comfort and reducing stress on trekking poles. Ideal for long-distance hiking and mixed trails. - DURABLE RUBBER CONSTRUCTION: Built with tough, abrasion-resistant materials engineered to withstand repeated striking on rock, dirt, and compact surfaces. Designed for long-term reliability in rugged environments. - PROTECTS STANDARD CARBIDE TIPS: Adds a protective layer that increases the lifespan of carbide pole tips by reducing wear during everyday use. Perfect for hikers who frequently travel over rocky terrain. - EASY, TOOL-FREE INSTALLATION: Press-fit design allows quick attachment and removal in the field. Stays securely in place during extended treks, steep climbs, and uneven terrain. - COMPATIBLE WITH BLACK DIAMOND POLES: Designed to fit a wide variety of Black Diamond trekking pole models, making them a versatile upgrade for hikers, backpackers, and travelers. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005FNCN98 | | Base Material | Rubber | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,937 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #18 in Trekking Poles | | Brand | BLACK DIAMOND | | Brand Name | BLACK DIAMOND | | Color | Trekking Pole Flex Tech Tips | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 187 Reviews | | Extended Length | 0.25 inches | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00793661157670 | | Handle Material | Aluminum | | Included Components | Black Diamond Equipment Flex Tech Tips | | Item Highlight | carbide tips for dirt, rock, and variable terrain, for hiking, camping, running, backpacking, emergencies, and travel | | Item Type Name | Black Diamond Equipment Flex Tech Tips | | Item Weight | 18.14 g | | Manufacturer | Black Diamond Equipment | | Manufacturer Part Number | BD-1120820000ALL1 | | Material | Rubber | | Material Type | Rubber | | Model Number | BD-1120820000ALL1 | | Number of Items | 2 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Shaft Material | Aluminum | | Size | One Size | | UPC | 793661157670 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BLACK DIAMOND - **Color:** Trekking Pole Flex Tech Tips - **Extended Length:** 0.25 Inches - **Material:** Rubber - **Shaft Material:** Aluminum ## Images ![Black Diamond Replacement Trekking Pole Tip Protectors for BD Poles Only - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61D6sNGNnhL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For My DIY Graphite Trekking Poles - Nice Tips - Well Designed - Functional - Very Reasonable Price *by A***L on November 8, 2016* These are functional and well-designed tips that I used to make my own pair of carbon fiber (graphite) trekking poles. We're retired on a fixed budget, so I try to make as much of my own gear as possible. The finished poles ended up costing me just a little over $20 each. They weigh only 5 ounces each, including wrist strap, and including the Black Diamond rubber tip covers that fit over these Flex Tips. Here is how I made my trekking poles: While some people have used shafts from old golf clubs, that didn't work for me because it was a pain to try to find a pair of golf clubs that were long enough for my 6-foot height. And I like longer poles. There are many inexpensive brand new graphite club shafts for sale at close-out prices on that on-line auction market with the name that begins with the letter "e". I bought a lovely pair of new 46-inch shafts for $10 each including shipping. For each hand grip I cut 14 circles, 1-1/2 inches in diameter, out of an old 1/2-inch thick closed-cell blue foam sleeping mat (or buy one at WM for $7). I punched a 1/2 inch hole in the center of each disk, slipped them on the shaft and glued the faces of the disks together with contact cement, being careful to keep glue off the shaft. With a belt sander, I then shaped the hand grips round to my taste and preference for diameter. I bought a length of black shrink-fit tubing, off the same on-line auction place, that is 35mm in diameter, and which is sold as grip covering material for fishing rods (cost $5 for one meter length including shipping from China), and heat shrink that material over the foam handle that I just fashioned. This material has a cross-hatch texture design and feels great in the hand, almost like rubbery suede. As an alternative, you could make the handles out of the pre-shaped cork handles sold for making fishing poles, and eliminate the shrink cover if desired. Or you could stack up cork discs, which are a little easier to shape by hand. , I turned a little aluminum plug to fit the hollow end at the handle end of the shaft, drilled and tapped a 10-24 hole in that plug. I glued the plug in the end of the shaft with a dab of hot-melt adhesive. If you only have hand tools, the end plug can easily be shaped by hand out of a scrap of wood. Or, no end plug is really needed except as a place to attach the wrist strap. My wrist straps are a bit of surplus 1/2-inch nylon strap that my wife had in her sewing notions box. I've enjoyed explaining my home-made trekking poles to other hikers that have asked about them, and it is satisfying to use home-made gear. Some details that aren't included in the product description of this Flex Tip is that the tip is sized to accept a pole end that is 3/8" in diameter with a press-in fit. My graphite shafts have an end diameter of only .335 inches, but they fit just fine into these Flex Tips and hold very securely. These Flex Tips are 4-inch long, and the trekking pole shaft inserts 3-inches into these tips, which means these tips will add about 1-inch of length to your poles. The Black Diamond rubber tip covers will add another 1/2-inch of length. I don't use the carbide tips on anything but snow or ice. Rubber tips are much more functional in dirt and bare rock and don't leave marks on the land without good reason, not to mention a slippery slimy stream crossing. And you don't need baskets ends unless in snow or marsh. I'm very pleased with the way these trekking poles turned out. I have lots of mountain trail miles using them. They are one-piece, which means I can't carry them on an airplane, but I never do that anyway. I don't find the one-piece poles to be any sacrifice compared to collapsing poles, whether traveling by car, or while backpacking. One-piece poles are strongest, lightest, and most reliable with no fussing. I don't ever miss not being able to alter the length for steep terrain. Also, while adjusting pole length for steep up or down pitches is a nice theory, I've never seen anyone with adjustable-length poles stop to re-set the length of their trekking poles when they come to a steep pitch. If I do ever decide that I want two-piece poles, I have a plan for how to cut these into two pieces, and join them with an aluminum or carbon fiber ferrule and 1/8-inch shock cord. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can’t beat Orig Equip! *by B***E on February 12, 2026* Fit my Distance Z poles perfectly. Installed and ready for the trail! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to replace for BD z-poles *by A***A on October 28, 2025* I had been doing a few treks per year for around 6 years when I suddenly noticed that my hiking pole tips were completely worn out. So I was delighted that I managed to replace my old tips easily by boiling them (after watching some youtube videos). For reference, I am using black diamond z-poles from 2019. ## Frequently Bought Together - Black Diamond Equipment Flex Tech Tips - Tech Tips - Rubber - Black Diamond - Black Diamond Trekking Pole Tip Protectors, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1493787-black-diamond-replacement-trekking-pole-tip-protectors-for-bd-poles](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1493787-black-diamond-replacement-trekking-pole-tip-protectors-for-bd-poles) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-10-05*