Trekking Poles

The value of trekking poles is the improved stability they provide to the hiker. This is particularly helpful while traversing across sloped, uneven or slippery terrain. They transfer shock away from joints and ease the workload of your legs. Once you try trekking poles you will never do without them!

Features of Trekking Poles

The common length of trekking poles is between 25 to 56 inches (55 to 123 centimeters) and the weigh is 16 to 20 ounces (454 to 567 grams). Shafts are typically made using a lightweight aluminum or carbon fiber. Some of the manufactured type have been designed to retract. Built in clips give them the added convenience of being able to attach to the side of a pack. When hiking long distances on a slope, the "uphill" pole can be shortened to compensate for the difference in distance. During a descent they can easily be extended for extra length needed to provide the hiker a braking action.

Common Options for Trekking Poles

Optional features include the ability to turn off or lock the shock absorber for the ascent when you need power, and engage it for the descent when used for braking. Spring tips reduce wrist impact by adding spring or cork to cushion the jarring effect while walking. A nice feature a camera clip for mounting a video or digital camera above the grip. Some trekking poles have shafts with extension length markers so you can preset set the length to match your height

Black Diamond trekking poles

More...

are made for cross country trekking throughout the four seasons. They feature collapsible/extendable and locking sections made for all terrain. The flintlock system is easy to adjust even with gloves on and it will not collapse. They are compact efficiently but provide an exceptional usable range. These are exceptional trekking poles and comfortable too. They grips are a dual-density rubber and foam and gives the hiker both stability and durability.

Leki Trekking Poles

More...

are built for hiking. They have an integrated shock absorber in the flexible tip. These high tec devices can easily adjust in length to compensate for ground angle and slope. The locking mechanism is twist cam with shock absorbing spring and elastomer. Leki trekking poles come with carbide tips and baskets that can easily be replaced. The shaft is carbon and the famous AirErgo grip gives the hiker absolute positive control.

Komperdell Trekking Poles

More...

Excellent for technical trail hiking. These trekking poles offer better posture and stability, reduced impact, and energy conservation. When you need a more firm or stiff pole you can toggle off the anti-shock cushioning system with a switch. The natural cork grip absorbs moisture so you're not losing your hold on sweaty climbs. The cork grips work great for absorbing sweat during the heat and the shocks help on downhills.

Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Carbon Trekking Pole

More...

This is the best Black Diamond trekking pole. The Contour Elliptic Carbon is the choice for long-distance hikes and demanding backpacking trips. The Carbon Fiber shafts absorb vibrations better than aluminum, and articulated grips and Contour Elliptic Carbon poles keep your arms feeling fresh. Black Diamond's FlickLock system ensures quick and secure setup every time, and the oval-shaped shafts increase rigidity for improved control on the trail.

Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Solo Trekking Pole

More...

This solo trekking pole is made to give hikers and backpackers extra balance on difficult trails. The three-piece construction lets you collapse this pole and stash it in your pack when the going is easy. Black Diamond added a cork-and-rubber grip to the equation for more comfort when you break out this single pole on a steep, rocky section. Carbon fiber construction keeps things light, and double FlickLock closures ensure easy and dependable use year after year.

Black Diamond Syncline Trekking Poles

More...

This is a two-section trekking poles. The Syncline Trekking Poles have FlickLock adjustments that work when they get icy, wet, muddy, or dirty. You just can't fool these things. Black Diamond's foam grips feel comfortable against your hands when you pass mile 15 on your hike. The contoured handles reduce wrist fatigue to keep you going strong at mile 25.

Black Diamond Spire Elliptic Trekking Pole

More...

An oval-shaped Elliptic shaft gives the Black Diamond Spire Trekking Pole increased stability and durability. The Spire Trekking Pole has an anatomically correct, dual-density handle to make your hike as comfortable as possible. A combination of FlickLock and Binary locking mechanisms make length adjustment quick, easy, and solid to keep you going mile after mile.