LEKI Unveils World's First Trekking Poles Made Primarily from Hemp Fibers: Innovation Takes Root

LEKI, a renowned manufacturer, has introduced a groundbreaking innovation in the form of the world’s first trekking poles made primarily from hemp fibers.

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Boasting remarkable strength considering its lightweight nature, hemp is an incredible wonder material.

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Hemp has already found applications in various industries, from construction to automotive parts.

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With a weight of 10 oz (290 g) per pole, the Hemp One Vario Poles exhibit a slightly higher weight than their carbon fiber and aluminum counterparts.

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The Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles were unveiled by LEKI at the ISPO trade fair, where they received the prestigious ISPO Award 2023.

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LEKI is currently manufacturing a pilot program of 250 handcrafted pairs of these Poles, grown and harvested near their headquarters in Germany and assembled in their Czech Republic factory.

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The durability and longevity of hemp fiber components can revolutionize the outdoor gear market, while hemp plastics offer a more environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

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A significant milestone not only in Trekking Pole design but also in the outdoor industry as a whole is marked by the introduction of the Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles.

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A significant milestone not only in Trekking Pole design but also in the outdoor industry as a whole is marked by the introduction of the Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles.

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LEKI Unveils World's First Trekking Poles Made Primarily from Hemp Fibers: Innovation Takes Root

LEKI, a renowned manufacturer, has introduced a groundbreaking innovation in the form of the world’s first trekking poles made primarily from hemp fibers.

Boasting remarkable strength considering its lightweight nature, hemp is an incredible wonder material.

Hemp has already found applications in various industries, from construction to automotive parts.

With a weight of 10 oz (290 g) per pole, the Hemp One Vario Poles exhibit a slightly higher weight than their carbon fiber and aluminum counterparts.

The Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles were unveiled by LEKI at the ISPO trade fair, where they received the prestigious ISPO Award 2023.

LEKI is currently manufacturing a pilot program of 250 handcrafted pairs of these Poles, grown and harvested near their headquarters in Germany and assembled in their Czech Republic factory.

The durability and longevity of hemp fiber components can revolutionize the outdoor gear market, while hemp plastics offer a more environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

A significant milestone not only in Trekking Pole design but also in the outdoor industry as a whole is marked by the introduction of the Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles.

A significant milestone not only in Trekking Pole design but also in the outdoor industry as a whole is marked by the introduction of the Hemp One Vario Trekking Poles.

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