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Our Top Choice
Black Diamond Distance Z Trekking Poles
Black Diamond offers some of the best gear for climbers and skiers. The Distance Z trekking pole is versatile, stable and is ideal for everyday backpacking and day hiking.
Lightweight. Non-slip grip. Foldable three section design. Interchangeable, non-scarring rubber tips. Sturdy construction.
Strap is not useful. Fixed size, only FLZ model is adjustable. No snow basket.
Folding hiking pole
14 to 43 inches/14.4 ounces
Aluminum
EVA foam grip
Pin pop
Best Value
Cascade Mountain Tech Quick Lock Poles
Cascade Mountain Tech has amazing outdoor sports equipment and hiking gear. The Carbon Fiber, Quick Lock trekking poles offer excellent quality at affordable prices.
Light weight around 8 ounces. Adjustable poles. Durable. Foam grip.
Rigorous long term usage limits durability. Prone to shattering in extreme rough treatment. Some customers claim the strap is too loose.
Telescopic hiking pole
23 to 53 inches/16 ounces
Stiff carbon
Foam grip
Quick Lock
Leki Micro Vario Carbon Hiking Poles
Leki offers well-designed high performance gear combining safety and comfort with appealing designs. The Leki Micro Vario Carbon hiking poles are lightweight and compact.
Ergonomic foam grip. Highly adjustable. Available for women in different size and color.
Expensive as compared to others products.
Folding hiking pole
15.5 to 53 inches/14.5 ounces
Carbon fiber
Foam grip
Pin Pop and SpeedLock
Mountaintop Retractable Trekking Poles
Mountaintop specializes in designing retractable, ultralight poles for outdoor activities. The Retractable Lightweight all-purpose poles are sturdy and durable.
Sweat free grip. Adjustable middle shaft. Durable tip. Lightweight.
Foam handles are not comfortable. Strap unhitches easily.
Telescopic hiking pole
24.4 to 53.1 inches/9.5 ounces
Aluminum
I type foam grip
Lever lock
BAFX Anti-shock Hiking Poles
BAFX Products is committed to providing high-end quality gear for great experiences. Their 2 pack anti-shock hiking poles are lightweight and cheap for hikers with low budgets.
Anti-shock spring. Rubber feet included. Optional snow disk for using on softer grounds.
Plastic packaging of handles is flimsy.
Telescopic hiking pole
26.5 to 53 inches/14.5 ounces
Aluminum alloy
Plastic ergonomic grip
Twist lock