The updated Cressida poles still provide a lightweight pole Aluminium pole packed with features. These poles are well designed, simple to use with the Speed Lock2 and have the added comfort of cork handles.
Leki says:
The Cressida presents an impressive feature set: Comfortable AERGON grips in a compact design for smaller hands, Speed Lock system 2 for hassle-free length adjustment, and ultralight, high-strength aluminium shafts.
Sold as pair.
Leki's Cressida Trekking Poles are a great women specific pole. As with all Leki poles they are well designed and well made. The Speed Lock2 allow the poles to extend or retract quickly and easily so you can stow them when you're not walking. The locks are adjustable and durable and have never given me any problems while using them in even the coldest conditions.
The cork handles are a great feature as they soak up a lot of sweat on those harder treks and are much more durable than most people expect. They are comfortable and are ergonomically shaped to make life easier on longer days. These are designed specifically for women so the grip is smaller and more compact to suit women's hand more.