Why I Swear by Harrier's Helvellyn Carbon Pro Poles for Trail Running | Testing the NEW version!

[@FalaahNasser]

I have pre ordered the new pro version poles. I hope they will be delivered by the end of November. I'm really excited to be using them on my next race.

[@katemackenzie472]

They're on the way to us at Harrier HQ and we're watching shipping updates closely. We'll keep you updated, an email going out next week with an update on eta. Thanks for ordering, hope you like them when they arrive!

[@NewSkiwi]

🎉I love my harrier helvellan poles, curious to hear about the new updates.

[@TomMorgan1066]

Nice to see you and Liga back on the trails and thanks for the review shame you never did a quiver in/out test

[@katemackenzie472]

I'll have to get my hands on one and do a demo on our stories! Well see what we can do 😁 Kate, Harrier

[@TomMorgan1066]

@katemackenzie472 thank you Kate happy to send you mine to try rather than you buy one but they only fit on certain packs with a name beginning with 'S'

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Tom. I have actually tried them in my Salomon quiver since the video and they are easier to get in and out now they’ve been slimed down 👍

[@robbedtime7445]

Had the Helvellyn Pro poles for a long while now. I thought you did a video ages ago running up and down the bitches with poles. I'll be out there Friday night with the poles, practicing them in the dark. Looks like a few nice tweaks possibly, but nothing wrong with my poles (tempting fate, I'll probably snap one now). Great video as always.

[@pauljennings2425]

Bitches??? Guessing that’s a case of auto-incorrect!!

[@katemackenzie472]

Thank you Loyd and Liga so much for testing our products! Your input over the years has been so valuable and helped us keep improving and keep going! We are really excited to them arriving in a few weeks so everyone can receive their pre orders for Christmas and 2025 training 😄🏔🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

[@Run4Adventure]

No problem Kate! Well done on the new pole upgrade, great job 👌

[@mattclifford247]

I have used my original Harrier carbon pro z poles so much on various ultras and technical races, I’ve worn out the tips! I think they’re fantastic poles, light, strong and easy to use. I have also regularly struggled using them with a Salomon quiver, but it sounds like they have fixed that issue slimming the handles down and using a smaller basket. Never had blisters on my hands either and the grips deal with sweaty hands really well. I think they’re great and I love running with poles on long races - they are a life saver - and I actually learnt how to use them off one of Harriers videos, on the North Cliffs and mighty bitches! Looking forward to treating myself to a new pair!

[@Run4Adventure]

They’re a lot easier to get in and out of the Salomon quiver now Matt, having the small mud basket makes a big difference. Thanks for watching 🙏🙂

[@robynroamsoutdoors]

Great review. I got a pair of the Black Diamond ones earlier this year. I haven't used them as much as I had hoped but they are there when I need them. If I'm ever in the market for another pair or getting them for someone I'll give these a shot.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 🙏

[@chrisbarnes9488]

Mine have been ordered and only waiting on end of November for estimated shipping to the USA. Can’t wait!

[@katemackenzie472]

Thanks chris hope you love them when they arrive, please send some pics of USA use! 😊

[@Run4Adventure]

Hope you enjoy your new poles Chris 🙂

[@philbattley8776]

I have and love the Harrier Catbells poles. They’ve saved my bacon so many times.

[@Run4Adventure]

That’s great to hear Phil 👍🙂

[@brizzie2009]

I will always prefer Leki poles with the shark tooth contraption attaching to a glove. I have lately adopted Instinct’s clever idea of using two quivers. It balances my hydration vest and is so easy to stow or deploy my poles. 😁

[@Run4Adventure]

I’ve been testing out the twin quiver set up from instinct, video coming soon 👍🙂

[@paulrodgers663]

Ordered my poles a while ago. Patiently waiting for delivery so I can get practicing with them for the 5 Valleys next year 😊

[@katemackenzie472]

Will be great to hear how you get on with them I heard it's a fantastic event. Thanks for your order 🙂

[@paulrodgers663]

@katemackenzie472 I'll let you know 👍 I've already bought some of the required kit from yourselves so definitely looking forward to adding the poles to the collection.

[@Run4Adventure]

Hope you enjoy them and best of luck with your race 👍🙂

[@dougiedoesstuff]

Been using poles for about 5yrs now. Black Diamond Carbon Z. A couple of struggles that I have overcome: the release button gets pretty stiff to the point of them being stuck and my not being able to collapse them - worked out that occasional spray with WD40 sorted that; the tension chord is pretty tight, so much so that sometimes, in Summer, my hands are too sweaty to get a grip to collapse them and in Winter, too wet. These Hellvelyn poles look great and if/when my Black Diamonds give up the ghost, these will be a definite consideration. Thanks very much for the review. All the best with Western States draw. 🤞🏼

[@katemackenzie472]

We are there if you need us :) thanks, Kate Harrier

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Dougie! 🙏🙂

[@Rustyfox46]

Hey Loyd, Bought my first set of Catbells poles last year for my first marathon. Then became very useful after knee surgery earlier this year, as they helped get me walking again. Great video for a great company 👊🏻

[@katemackenzie472]

That's lovely to hear thank you from team Harrier 😊

[@Rustyfox46]

@katemackenzie472 thanks Kate. Really love what you have achieved and what you believe in. All the best for the future @ Harrier 👌🏻

[@katemackenzie472]

@Rustyfox46 thank you 😊 🙏

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! Hope your knee is recovering well and thanks for watching 🙏🙂

[@wk633]

I've had a pair of the original Pros (largely due to your recommendation) for a couple of years now and they've saved my race a few times. My biggest complaint has been that the large basket made it really difficult to use my Salomon quiver. So much so that I've resorted to wearing them on the outside front of my vest. (Advskin 12). I was considering Leki just for the slimmer design, but IDK, these look enticing. Not that I NEED a new pair of poles mine, but being able to use the quiver again might be nice.

[@leighcurran8696]

Mentioned this on a video a while back and got this reply from harrier- Good morning all, I can confirm that the handles and mudguards have been designed to be slimmer so they are easier and more comfortable to pack in your race vest (or quiver). We're not looking at producing quivers for now as our race vests currently offer ways to store poles but it is really helpful feedback, which I'll transfer to the team as we always look for ways to improve and offer you what you're looking for when running. - Sarah from Harrier

[@katemackenzie472]

​@leighcurran8696 as sarah says we listen to every comment and idea our customers have for us to keep improving! Thank you 😊

[@TomMorgan1066]

I have experienced the same problem so thinking of taking the plunge with Leki with a bit of a push and gravity I can get them in the quiver but no chance of getting them out without removing pack. I did ask if the baskets can be removed but only with the use of a grinder 😅

[@chrisshaw2810]

Same issue for me - great poles, didn't fit in the Salomon quiver, so practiced fixing them on the back of the Salomon 12, which is now very successful for me, so no quiver necessary.

[@Run4Adventure]

The new slimed down version fits a lot easier into a Salomon pole quiver and they’re easier to get out. It could be tricky with the previous version, sliming the poles down has made a difference 👍

[@Manuel-901]

Good morning. I don't knew this brand. Thanks for this information, Loyd. Like from 🇪🇸 Spain. A nice week for everyone.

[@katemackenzie472]

Hi Manuel, we will soon be shipping to Spain and the rest of the EU so I hope you will see a lot more of us in 2025 😊

[@Run4Adventure]

Morning Manuel, have a great weekend and thanks for the support 🙏🙂

[@stuartwebster2203]

Thanks Loyd and Liga, another awesome review and I’ll be on the bitches Saturday and Sunday for training. Poles out.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Stuart! Hope you have a great run, enjoy those hills 👍😜

[@120woodcraft]

This video is just the ticket - my misses is after her first pair of poles for hiking and running - I’ve been researching and thought carbon was out of budget - these look great, especially if I win😊.

[@katemackenzie472]

You have got to be in it to win it! 🤞🤞🤞 good luck, Kate Harrier

[@Run4Adventure]

I’m glad you found it helpful and best of luck in the giveaway! 🤞🙂

[@nicmarlow6388]

Ohh I forgot about Ultra X Jordan, Look forward to seeing that if you managed to film any of it! :)

[@Run4Adventure]

Videos coming soon 🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️

[@nicmarlow6388]

@@Run4Adventure 🥳🥳

[@keith_tinker]

I'm on the lookout for my first set of running poles, hopefully father trailmas will get me some. Thank you for another informative review, I love harrier products, I feel I'm sponsored by them. 🤣🤣🤣

[@katemackenzie472]

Well thank you very much, very happy you're enjoying the kit! You know where we are if you want matching poles 😂

[@anthonypratt7090]

Used the helvellyn poles at ccc.... only time I put them away was at the aid stations,

[@Run4Adventure]

Liga was the same Anthony, pretty much in her hands for the whole 100k! 🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️⛰️

[@anthonypratt7090]

@Run4Adventure was there a ccc race video this year for her?

[@Run4Adventure]

@ We’re still putting it together Anthony. I really want the video to do Liga’s brilliant run some justice so it’s going to take a while 👍

[@anthonypratt7090]

@@Run4Adventure cool, can't wait..enjoy the editing

[@janettrigwell8851]

I want to get my first poles for some races next year.

[@katemackenzie472]

Janet if you try our Harrier poles you also get access to the Pole PRO digital course which will take you through the fundamentals to learn how to use them 😊

[@Run4Adventure]

These are definitely worth a closer look 👀 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@runningman4459]

I have a pair of the catbell poles. I find them fine for hiking but just too heavy and unbalanced for trail running. Its maybe time for an upgrade 👍👍great review loyd.

[@katemackenzie472]

Carbon are definitely lighter but I started with alu on my first pair and they did the job 🙂 but our new alu are lighter - so depending if you want super light, or a bit lighter and stronger either would be a bit more streamlined compared to your current ones. Happy to help if you need any advice deciding. Thanks, Kate Harrier

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 🙏🙂

[@pauljennings2425]

Got these poles for Lakes In A Day but didn’t end up using them in the end. Partly because I couldn’t fit them in the Salomon quiver and partly because they’re just a bit of a faff. Think these are great value if you want poles though

[@Run4Adventure]

You couldn’t fit them in your Harrier poles in your Salomon quiver? I’ve used them in my Salomon quiver for the last two years Paul? Do you have the new version of the Helvellyn Carbon poles?

[@chad.haggerty]

I’ve got a pair of the original Hellvellyn poles. Love em and my only complaints would be addressed by the changes: -cut off the baskets so they’re sleeker -narrower will fit the Salomon Quiver more easily And that turquoise…oh yeah!! I think I’ll get a pair of these for my wife (only because I can’t always get the latest greatest just for me - happy wife, happy life and all that).

[@Run4Adventure]

Did you watch the video Chad? 🤔 That’s exactly what Harrier have done with the new version, made the pole’s sleeker and the mud baskets smaller so they’ll fit in pole quivers easier 👍

[@chad.haggerty]

@ I don’t think I said it properly: the things I didn’t like WERE addressed by the changes! Lol I’ll try to type my thoughts more clearly next time. 😁

[@chad.haggerty]

@ 🤣🤣absolutely fair comment, Loyd! Love it (but of course I watched).

[@Run4Adventure]

@@chad.haggerty Oh ok, no worries Chad! 😂

[@diederiklegrange7248]

Got a pair way back on your recommendation🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Run4Adventure]

Hope you’ve enjoyed them 👍🙂

[@marcsmerdon4608]

I loved mine and got on with them for training and then the OCC didn't take any prisoners and both broke at different points 😅 made the last climb out of Argentiere 😂. Would love to try the new ones.

[@katemackenzie472]

Argh I'm so sorry you had pole casualties! If the terrain was a bit unforgiving we have our very slim aluminium ones which aren't that much heavier than carbon, they're a good option for rugged terrain and steep descents

[@leighcurran8696]

Pre ordered these exact poles. I'm hoping they fit into my quiver a bit easier than the old ones. It used to irritate me having to take my pack on and off to get them

[@katemackenzie472]

Thank you Leigh, hope you like them when they arrive. I'll be sending an update to everyone via email next week but all still on track for end Nov/ early Dec delivery.

[@leighcurran8696]

@@katemackenzie472 Thank you 😊😊

[@debcolli5484]

Awesome info thanks!!!!

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries, thanks for watching 🙏🙂

[@trailsandbeers]

I think poles are essential for 50km plus in the Alps, I also use them on shorter runs because the climbs near me are long and steep. For shorter distance and less extreme hills a good runner might be faster without them.

[@Run4Adventure]

I totally agree! I wouldn’t run in the mountains without them 🙂

[@markparsons7425]

I've don't own any poles, but I have started to consider them. And oh my days. Was Liga in a long sleeve top. 😮😮😮😂

[@Run4Adventure]

I know Mark, it was pretty chilly though! 😂

[@duncanjamieson9568]

I use Guidetti Silver Aero, the best poles on the market in my opinion. Super cool click and effortless whilst transitioning from z pole to full length. Way better than Leki.

[@Run4Adventure]

They look like great poles Duncan but they are pretty much double the price of the Harrier poles! 🤔

[@garystephenson7142]

Did I spy some Puma shoes ?

[@Run4Adventure]

Puma shoes? I was wearing Inov8 Trailtalons 👍

[@michael_runs_a_lot]

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