How to Choose Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs

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When your adventure calls for the stability of trekking poles but space is at a premium, reach for the Mountainsmith Halite poles. They collapse for easy storage and unfurl to support long trail days.
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View all Mountainsmith Trekking PolesBest Use | Hiking Snowshoeing |
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Shaft Construction | 7077 aluminum |
Grip Material | Cork |
Adjustable | Yes |
Maximum Length (in.) | 54 inches |
Minimum Length (in.) | 48 inches |
Collapsed Length (in.) | 16 |
Maximum Length (cm) | 137 centimeters |
Minimum Length (cm) | 121 centimeters |
Collapsed Length (cm) | 40.61 |
Locking Mechanism | External Lever Lock |
Basket Type | Powder and Trekking |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 5 oz. |
Gender | Unisex |
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First pair of trekking poles I’ve owned. I was a skeptic till I used my old XC ski poles on a couple of hikes. I bought the Halites at a local outfitter a month ago and used them nearly every day since. If you are shorter than 5’ 11”, I suggest you consider the women’s model. The men’s model is on the long side. Buy some spare rubber tips too. You’ll need them in about 50 to 60 miles if you hike in rocky terrain. The durability of the poles appears to be excellent and they break down nicely to fit in my big day pack when I’m not using them.
I’ve used these poles in a wide variety of terrain and they are excellent. The handles are comfortable. The build quality is great. I would repurchase these poles if something happened to my current ones.
I picked these up in preparation for an alpine lake fishing trip already having a Mountainsmith Globetrotter as a wading staff, however, with a minimum length of 48", they are far too long for level trails (at 5'9, 40-41" is ideal) yet alone steep trails where you might have to shorten to 34-36". Returned and exchanged for the Dolomites, which have an adjustment range of 25-55"