Trekking poles

mossyback · Nov 22, 2014

Looking to buy my first set of trekking poles. What's your preference?

charvey9 · Nov 22, 2014

I like the Leki Carbonlite XL. Very light, and come with an adapter that lets you use the pole as a monopod for a camera or gopro boom.

mossyback · Nov 22, 2014

What should I realistically budget for poles?

colonel00 · Nov 22, 2014

You can find a decent set of Black Diamonds for $50

charvey9 · Nov 22, 2014

Mostly depends on how much you want them to weight, but you can spend $50-$250. The light ones will cost you.

n2horns · Nov 22, 2014

Rei carbon with the quick flick click clamp. Not the screw knob, had to many that failed and like the flick clicks better. I do cary a small mini leatherman to screw it tight if needed. Most partners have the same so we are all familiar with gear.

rodney482 · Nov 23, 2014

Leki... Love them

greyghostnw · Nov 23, 2014

easton hike carbons, a great product... bought the infamous costco poles for my son made by cascade, carbon as well. imop for the money hard to beat.

TheHardWay · Nov 23, 2014

I have a set of Easton Ultra-Lite Carbon 3 poles and love them. They are the twist-lock style, and I have never had a problem with them. I've never used the flip-lock style for one reason. I hunt in brushy areas, and I am concerned about the flip locks catching on brush, and potentially even becoming unlocked from snagging. It may be a non-issue to some in reality, but not something I wanted to find out after I spent $$$ on a hiking pole and in the back country. The classic debate of twist vs flip lock is almost as old as the Ford vs. Chevy debate!

flyinsquirel · Nov 23, 2014

For me flip locks have been good to go in brush country. Couldn't pay me to go back to twist locks.

Backpack Hunter · Nov 23, 2014

There are quite a few good ones out there. I prefer an adjustable model with flick locks. Have been using a pair of Black Diamonds for years now, just keep going back to them.

jtw · Nov 23, 2014

The only advice Id give is go with flip locks! The twist ones will only give you pain.

Mark · Nov 23, 2014

I like the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork. My personal preference is cork grips.

AK Troutbum · Nov 23, 2014

^^^ That goes for me too.

Kotaman · Nov 23, 2014

Black Diamond Alpine Corks for me too...

Ross · Nov 23, 2014

Bd ultra distance zPoles are always in my pack until the snow gets deep then it is the bd ultra mt carbon poles with snow baskets which will be coming out starting turkey day as the snow is getting deep in the high country

kodiakfly · Nov 24, 2014

I've got a set of MSR Talus TR3 poles. They're heavier, but lock rock solid for supporting my fat butt. Just picked up a set of Komperdell Carbons and the lighter weight is nice, though they do flex a bit more than I'd prefer...though they've not failed me. Flick locks all the way for me.

For poles, I suggest checking out sierratradingpost. They've got a decent selection of Leki and Komperdell and their prices are good, especially with a coupon.

ndbwhunter · Nov 24, 2014

I picked up a set of black diamond ultra distance carbon z-poles for about $85 on ebay a while back. Pretty sweet deal for a great pole.

JPD350 · Nov 28, 2014

Mark said:
I like the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork. My personal preference is cork grips.

Same poles for me, super light and tough. If you keep on top of the sales you will be able to find them for a great price.

Joshua Barney · Nov 28, 2014

Will these listed poles suffice or pull double duty as trekkers and shelter support? I,e. Seek tents and the like. Or is there one you guys would recommend for shelters.

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