Tent Pole Jack

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The Hyperlite Pole Jack extends trekking poles, allowing hikers to pitch Mid 1 tents without buying longer poles. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and stores with tent stakes.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear says: 

The Pole Jack adds additional length to a trekking pole. Ideal for backpackers whose trekking poles fall short of the recommended pitch height of the Mid 1.

The Mid 1 solo backpacking tent requires a pole length of 135 +/- 5cm for an optimal pitch. Say, however, the poles you hike with fall short of that length when maxed out. Does that mean you don’t get to travel with a Mid 1? Heck no! We’ve got the Pole Jack here to compensate. Use it by inserting your trekking pole tip into its open end and you’re golden–the extra inches you need! It’s a simple, superlight solution that you can store in you tent stakes bag or stash in a hip belt pocket. Note that If you prefer to keep rubber tips on the end of your trekking poles, they’ll have to be removed each time you use the Pole Jack.

Our Verdict

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Tent Pole Jack is a handy solution for hikers whose trekking poles don’t extend to the recommended 135cm height needed to pitch the Mid 1 tent. This lightweight accessory is designed to add the necessary length to your trekking pole, allowing for an optimal setup without investing in a longer pole.

To use the Pole Jack, simply insert the tip of your trekking pole into its open end, and it provides the extra centimetres you need for a stable pitch. At just a few grams, it’s a minimalist and practical addition to your gear, easily stored with your tent stakes.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Waterproof

Specifications

• Weight: 18 g
• Length: 6.0″ | 15cm
• Diameter 0.5″ | 1cm (inner)

Material & Construction

• Material: Carbon Fiber