LEKI Instructor Lite TR Release Date & Nordic Pole Comparison

When is the LEKI Instructor Lite TR coming out?

LEKI identifies the Instructor Lite TR, model 65726341, as new in its Summer 2027 USA catalog. An exact on-sale day, Kodiak arrival date and selling price have not been confirmed.

Instructor Lite TR 65726341

The LEKI Instructor Lite TR uses Aluminum HTS6.5 / Carbon Composite CC600 shafts with 100–125 cm continuous length adjustment. Its 2 telescoping sections collapse to a catalog pack size of 91 cm, and the Nordic Trigger Shark grip pairs with the Trigger Shark Mesh Strap.

Model	65726341
Adjustment	100–125 cm
Packed length	91 cm
Catalog-listed weight	192 g
Shaft material	Aluminum HTS6.5 / Carbon Composite CC600
Sections	2
Shaft diameters	14/12 mm
Grip	Nordic Trigger Shark
Strap	Trigger Shark Mesh Strap
Strap size	S–M–L
Locking system	Speed Lock2 plus
Basket	Nordic
Tip	Flex Tip Short, carbide
Rubber pad	Powergrip Pad

How the four new Nordic TR models compare

Model	Adjustment	Pack size	Listed weight	Shaft
Traveller Carbon TR	90–130 cm	66 cm	208 g	Carbon PRC1000
Traveller Alu TR	90–130 cm	66 cm	232 g	Aluminum HTS6.5
Instructor Lite TR	100–125 cm	91 cm	192 g	Aluminum HTS6.5 / Carbon Composite CC600
Spin TR	100–130 cm	96 cm	218 g	Aluminum HTS5.5

The Traveller versions share a shorter 66 cm pack size and 90–130 cm adjustment. Instructor Lite TR uses two sections and a shorter 100–125 cm adjustment range; Spin TR extends to 130 cm and uses aluminum HTS 5.5. Listed weights alone are not field-tested durability or comfort ratings.

Is this the existing non-TR model?

This guide covers catalog model 65726341 with the TR name. Earlier retailer listings and reviews may describe a different model or grip configuration. Match the full name and model identifier before comparing specifications or availability.

Choosing and adjusting your poles

The stated adjustment range describes the usable pole length. The packed measurement describes the telescoped carrying length. Follow LEKI instructions for setting and securing the adjustment locks; do not extend beyond marked limits. The catalog lists a Nordic basket, short carbide tip and Powergrip rubber pad.

Price and arrival alerts

Kodiak price and allocation remain unconfirmed. Open the Instructor Lite TR product page and use Notify me when available for this exact model. An alert does not place an order or reserve inventory.

Source: LEKI USA Summer 2027 catalog, page 35, publicly linked by Adventure Marketing Group. Checked September 25, 2026.

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