I also have a pair of the BD Contour Carbons and they are fine poles.

However I recently bought a pair of Gossamer Gear Lite Trek 4's and they are far superior to any I have used. They are so light the swing weight is just amazing. I love the fake cork grips and they locking mech. has never failed. I have only had them for a couple months but have used them hard. A bit more expensive than many other but well worth it IMO.

Ed