Aurora Expeditions does have some "loaner" poles onboard the vessel, but not always enough for all who may need to use them.
Rent this gear at least 7 days prior to your arrival in Punta Arenas. You will need to pack these in your luggage for the flights to and from the South Shetland Islands.
HOW DO I GET MY GEAR: Our representative will deliver your rental gear to the pre-embarkation meeting the night prior to your flight to Antarctica. Size exchanges will be available should you need to exchange a size.
HOW DO I RETURN MY GEAR: Our representative will meet you at your post voyage hotel upon your return to Punta Arenas and collect your rental gear.
Don't hesitate to call us, New Headings, for help. Just ask for Peggy, Chris, Mike, or Mark.
- Call: 1 888 924 2050 within North America
- Outside North America call +00-1-203-924-2050.
- Email: mlamont@newheadings.com; pjohansen@newheadings.com; cgrimm@newheadings.com
In Punta Arenas or Ushuaia Contact:
- Attn: Patricio Cornejo
- WhatsApp: +54 9 2901 600 177
- Email: pcornejo@ushuaiablanca.com.ar
Please select your voyage date you see just above.
Made by LEKI™ of their strongest, lightest weight aluminum, the Ultralite Ti Trekking Staff is specially constructed for a world traveler and trekker. May it help make all your outdoor sojourns more enjoyable and easier to negotiate.
This staff has these Special Features:
- Shaft is made of Aluminum
- They weigh 15.8 oz. per pair
- Adjusts from 24.4" - 51.2" (62-130 cm) so its easy to pack and easy to use in the field
- Ergometric Grip - there's 10 degree Positive Angle integrated into the grip to offset slope angle as you're walking up or down hill - it maintains your wrist in the perfect position
- The thermofoam material on the grip allows for more comfort and breathability
- Performance Baskets prevent poles from sinking into soft earth or slipping between rocks in rocky terrain
- Baskets easily screw on and off without the use of additional tools
- Automatic Comfort Strap - has a mechanism that releases the hand in certain situations
- The strap has soft fleece padding on the inner side to reduce irritation
- Lifetime Warranty against Shaft Breakage
- SLS Shaft Locking System - Super Lock System: up to 60 times stronger than other locking systems, shaft locks in 3 or 4 turns with minimal torque
- Shaft locking system has 360 degree reverse turn security
- Shaft has an anodized finish
- Has a Carbide Flextip - flexible tips that can bend up to 30 degrees without breaking or damaging the pole shaft
- Carbide reaches a hardness close to that of a diamond and ensures optimal grip on ice and rock
