I have pretty much got these working (nearly).
I decided bigger ferrules would be a good idea for the holding up the Trailstar on softer ground.
Mind you, the one I now have on is a big snow monster, it might not make it to the start at Morar.
I may downsize.
I only have the larger one on one pole, the other one is normal size.
I also added a small sock (one of Harriet's old socks) and a bit of bubble wrap in it to use when the Pole is holding up the tarp.
I will NOT be walking with it on the handle. It is just there so I do not forget to take it.
I know the Trailstar is reinforced at the top, but Pacer handles are quite angular and pointy in places, so a bit of bubble wrap inside the sock should spread the load a bit (I hope).
I also added some physio tape and an army of elastic bands round the handle in case they jam up and I need a bit more grip to undo them.
Anyway, while I was doing that I found the original instructions.
And here I quote Pacer
'AFTER USE LEAVE THE SHAFTS DISMANTLED AND STORE IN A DRY PLACE'
Well, I never stored them dismantled, until now :)
It then goes on to state ........................................................................
'ONLY USE PLAIN WATER WHEN CLEANING PACER POLES.
DO NOT LUBRICATE INSIDE THE SHAFT SECTIONS OT THE PLASTIC LOCKING BOLTS'
FUCK!
So, there you go ............ READ the £***ing instructions !
I am now off to do some work and also the Gym, to build up my arm strength, lest I need to pull them apart when they jam again.
Maybe I should be taking the Leki's?
Hmmmm I'll ponder on that!
That will do for now, I have to go through my lists and work out what essential item is missing.
Don't I?
The PacerPole locking mechanism is their BIG (only!) weakness IMO. I always clean mine after use and leave them dismantled in a warm, dry environment - but it makes no difference.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand the Black Diamond flick-lock system is the dog's wotsits.
Perhaps Mr & Mrs PacerPole could be persuaded to graft their excellent PacerPole handles onto Black Diamond poles.
JJ
I agree that Pacer poles with Black Diamond flick-locks would be a match made in Nirvana. Not sure about the socks though.
ReplyDeleteMust get down to some serious list checking to make sure nothing
vital, is
:-)
DeletePerhaps Mr & Mrs PacerPole could be persuaded to graft their excellent PacerPole handles onto Black Diamond poles.
ReplyDeleteOr just make them with the speed-lock system.
Leki use it now as well.
I guess I will have to go with them.
As long as one of them locks to 120, I can live with that.
But, I might just get the Leki's out and have a play though.
Being paranoid.
Anyway, the Leki's weigh less.
Thinks !!!!
Have a look at Martin's Postcard. :)
ReplyDeleteDoes nothing for me.
DeleteIf I really have got something missing (other than a screw loose),
then someone better clue me in before I leave,
because I cannot see what it is.
IF it is.
In fact I am now beginning to get Paranoid.
DeleteAfter that it will be schizophrenia.
Then there are people out there who need to start to worry.
You think I am joking?
One good WINDUP deserves another boys :)
DeleteIts food for thought Andrew.
ReplyDeleteOoops, do you oil your brakes when they squeal too?
ReplyDeleteNo, but I did forget to re-attach them the other day.
ReplyDeleteGot a bit of a shock when I got to the end of the road.
Shoes might need new soles now :)