Category: Trekking Advice
You just got a brand new fresh pair of . They look great, but how do you use them? Proper adjustments, maintenance, and correct use are all key to get the …
You’ve purchased a brand new pair of shiny trekking poles. Now that you have them in hand, how do you get the most value out of them? Start by …
As boomers age and remain active, interest is soaring in trekking poles as well as walking canes and hiking sticks. Sales of the aluminum or carbon variety, sold singular …
Most of us who are active think that we have a pretty good grasp on the whole walking thing, right? And sure, doing a simple hike in a local …
Hiking poles, otherwise known as walking sticks or trekking poles, fall into that category of gear that appears dorky and superfluous when you first see it, but becomes essential the …
Women’s trekking poles are similar if not the same as traditional unisex hiking poles. Most manufacturers do not make women’s trekking poles as most women can comfortably use . If …
Walking can be defined as movement by means of putting one foot in front of the other. Sounds simple enough. But when it comes to planning your long-dreamed-of trip …
Long-distance hiking, particularly when done with a heavy backpack, can generate a significant amount of physical stress. Use trekking poles to decrease the strain placed upon your body and …
I have hiked and backpacked for years without trekking poles. I’ve seen plenty of people using them, but always thought they would be more of a nuisance than a …
One of the most common mistakes—and one of the simplest to correct—has to do with how you use the trekking pole straps. With rare exception, every trekking pole features …
