Blue Trekking Poles with lime grips
Description
I was out for a casual hike yesterday around 3pm and somehow my blue Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles, sporting goods gear, vanished. I left them leaning against a bench near the Bradenton Riverwalk Park by the manatee statue while I grabbed a water from a vendor. They’re carbon fiber, extend to about 120 cm, with lime-green foam grips and a small scratch on the lower shaft near the locking ring; there’s also a red reflective zip tie and initials 'AK' engraved on the handle. They hold sentimental value because they were a gift from my aunt who passed away last year, and I really need them back for upcoming weekend trails. If you found them or saw them, please shoot me a message here.
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