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On the other hand, you can use trekking poles to ward off wild animals, use them as tent poles, and as a splint for emergency purposes. When choosing the best trekking pole that you can use, keep in mind to select the best material and you should be able to use them comfortably during prolonged outdoor activities such as long-distance hikes.

LEKI is a German brand and was founded by Karl Lenhart in 1948. LEKI is one of the top brands of trekking poles when it comes to skiing and hiking. Karl Lenhart was an experienced skier and was discontented with the quality and performance of ski poles that were built during that time.Adjustable trekking poles are more versatile and you can easily adjust them according to the terrain you are traversing. In general, when you are going uphill, you will need to shorten your poles to help you with climbing. On the other hand, when you are going downhill, you will have to extend the pole to help you keep an upright position while going down. The aforementioned Traverse Clip has to be one of the cooler features of these trekking poles. This clip can be placed anywhere on the lower shaft of these poles to give you the freedom to choke up. When it comes to choosing the best trekking poles, there are many considerations such as weight, length, comfort, design, materials, and price.

Ultralight trekking poles are made from durable and light materials such as aluminum or carbon fiber. However, when it comes to durability, aluminum is way much stronger and resilient.Cork pole grips will keep your hands dry especially if you have sweaty palms. They are soft and resist moisture. In fact, it does not hold water. Cork grips provide excellent grip and comfort and help absorb vibration.

Wrist Straps help reduce the strain on your hands and wrists. It provides proper support eliminating the need to grip the pole too tightly. It all comes down to your personal preference when it comes to the ideal pole length. Technically, your elbow should always be at a 90-degree angle when using trekking poles. Most trekking poles have measurement markings to help you adjust the trekking poles accordingly.Samples Same great quality & innovation you expect from LEKI. Our sample room includes mainly end of line and discontinued LEKI products. These drastically marked down styles may have small blemishes and/or slight color variations but include the same warranty, and return policy, as regular LEKI merchandise.