The 2026 Hardrock 100 is upon us! This year’s event takes place on Friday through Sunday, July 10 through 12, in Silverton, Colorado. The wild and tough 102-mile (164 kilometers) course has a sporty 33,000 feet (10,060 meters) of elevation gain, and 147 lucky participants have 48 hours to enjoy the high-altitude loop.
LEKI is supporting iRunFar’s coverage of Hardrock. Thank you, LEKI! To celebrate, LEKI and iRunFar are teaming up to offer three lucky people a pair of LEKI Ultratrail FX.One running poles.
Courtney Dauwalter climbing with LEKI poles on her way to winning the 2023 Hardrock 100. Photo: iRunFar/Eszter Horanyi
Beloved by trail runners and ultrarunners alike who are looking for a trusted everyday training companion, or a tool for race day or an FKT attempt, the Ultratrail FX.One combines light weight, a durable carbon construction, a push-button design that quickly breaks poles down into three segments, plus an updated Trail Trigger Shark grip-strap system developed exclusively for trail running.
Enter the giveaway below, which opens on Wednesday, July 8, and ends on Wednesday, July 15, for a chance to win one of three pairs.
Want to follow iRunFar’s coverage of the 2026 Hardrock 100? Read our in-depth preview to see who’s racing, and follow our live coverage on race weekend!
About the LEKI Ultratrail FX.One
Fans of the LEKI’s integrated grip-strap system will immediately notice the air channels in the newly designed Trail Trigger Shark grip-strap that reduce the weight by 30%. Its Frame Strap Mesh offers a secure fit around the hand and allows for direct power transfer to the center of the pole — especially helpful for powering up steep climbs. With a 16-millimeter-diameter upper carbon shaft, this pole is designed for frequent use in challenging terrain.
Click in and out of the pole on the fly with the Trail Trigger Shark’s slender hook, which allows the grip to attach and detach from the pole without you having to break stride. A secondary nose on the lower grip provides additional options for hand placement. The click of a button breaks the pole into three segments so that it’s easy to stow in a running vest.
LEKI Ultratrail FX.One Specifications
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- Size: 110 to 135 centimeters (5-centimeter increments)
- Pack size: 35 to 43 centimeters
- Weight per pole (ounces per length size): 5.6 (110cm); 5.8 (115cm); 5.9 (120cm); 6.0 (125cm), 6.2 (130cm); 6.4 (135cm)
- Tip: Trail running configuration with carbide tip
[Editor’s Note: This giveaway is sponsored by LEKI. Thank you to the brand for its sponsorship of iRunFar, which helps to make iRunFar happen and free for all to enjoy. Learn more about our sponsored articles.]
