The MSR trekking poles are due in the shops in summer

MSR, the Seattle-based brand best known for its lightweight stoves, has introduced a new walking pole collection for next winter season.

The company is looking to next winter and the launch of its Deploy TR and Flight series even though this year’s winter season is still in full swing.

The company said: “Both the Deploy TR and Flight series poles are designed with bright graphics and feature exceptionally strong, lightweight 7000-series aluminium, ergonomic grips with catch for raising heel lifts, and breakaway straps that are designed to force-release from the grip if the pole is lodged on a fall; the breakaway strap is easily resettable in the field.

“All poles come equipped with flexible snow baskets for better terrain alignment.

“New powder baskets – sold separately – are designed with a flexible core that adjusts to terrain to keep the tip engaged in the snow and offer maximum flotation in light powder.”

Both sets use MSR’s SureLock adjustment system and are available in two- and three-section models.

The new Deploy TR series poles combine the SureLock technology with MSR’s patent-pending Trigger Release that allows one-handed, glove-friendly pole adjustment from the grip. The Trigger Release offers optimal adjustment efficiency in the field and is ideal for those who travel through frequently changing terrain, MSR said.

It added: “For those who are looking to move as fast and light as possible through the backcountry, MSR offers the streamlined, ultralight Flight Series poles.

“The Flight Series sheds weight, not performance, by utilising a glove-friendly, manual push-button mode of adjustment and ultralight materials.”

The new poles are due to hit outdoor stores in July this year for the 2013-14 winter season.