You may not know but trekking poles are for everyone – the
old, the young, the amateur walker, the infrequent rambler and the veteran
outdoor enthusiast. Trekking poles are also a great way to increase your
walking, trekking and hiking ability and even improve your outdoor experience.
Using Trekking Poles – What You Get
When someone says “trekking poles”, you might assume
that they are to help people with sore joints, movement issues and posture
problems, but actually trekking poles are not an “assist,” they are an
“improvement.” Due to the way trekking poles are held, they ensure that the
user has an upright, straighter and stronger stance. This improved postural
stance creates a knock-on effect, which increases all-round stability and grip
with the ground, alleviating the stress and strain on your joints, muscles and
general body. The use of hiking poles involves using your whole upper-body to
help you move, producing longer, faster steps, making your journey quicker and
easier. The most notable difference that walking poles will have, will be with
uphill walks. Due to your corrected posture, you will be able to breath better,
as your airways have been opened up, and you are actually able to take in your
surroundings and admire the view – one of the main reasons people go walking.
Choosing Trekking Poles – What To Get
Choosing the right trekking poles for your self can
be a daunting and confusing task, especially as there are so many things to
consider. To start with, Leki Trekking Poles are split into two key groups –
Ultralite and SuperStrong. The Ultralite would be better for the lightweight
backpacker or someone of a smaller stature or lighter weight, whereas the
SuperStrong are better for taller, heavier or stronger, more forceful trekkers.
There are two different locking adjustment systems that a hiking pole could
have, internal – which requires twisting the walking pole segments to tighten
or loosen for adjusting length. The other is external – which is a quick release
clip, which tightens and loosens the segments, each having their own advantages
– the internal is lighter, stronger and less bulk, but the external is much
quicker and easier to adjust. The sections of the poles come in different
materials – Aluminium, re-enforced aluminium and carbon – each lighter and
stronger than the previous. There are a variety of handles and grips to choose
from – rubber grip, a closed-cell foam compound and a blend of natural cork and
rubber. The standard rubber is durable, rugged and firm. The foam handle is
softer, more spongy and absorbent, allowing moisture and sweat to be drawn away
from the user’s hand. And finally the cork grip has the anti-sweat features of
the foam but handles and grips are more about personal preference than the
other trekking pole features. More and more of the hiking poles are now being
built with a integrated shock absorber, meaning all vibrations through your
walking poles will be dampened. Your movements will become more fluid and
smooth, allowing you to keep the same rhythm and pace for longer trips and
walks. You can easily spot which trekking poles have an anti-shock absorber as
they will have a white ring of material around the join of the lowest two
sections of the walking pole.
Any questions?
If you do have any questions about trekking poles and how
to choose the best set to suit your needs and requirements then please do not
hesitate to contact our enquiries email address. Or why not visit us in store
where we would be more than happy to help you find the right hiking poles for
you.
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