The REI Traverse is a solid pole at a stellar price that was in the running with the Black Diamond Trail Back (also $80) for our OutdoorGearLab Best Buy award winner. The REI Traverse Trekking poles have a lot going for them; they are sturdy, versatile and the lightest telescoping aluminum poles in our review.
Are trekking poles worth it backpacking?
Trekking poles are worth the extra weight. There is scientific evidence to suggest that trekking poles do help decrease the forces placed on the body. This is good news for those of us who have previously injured our hips or knees and for those of us who frequently hike with a heavy pack.
What is the difference between Nordic and trekking poles?
4 Nordic walking poles are more sporty and work better on smoother terrain, including hills and most coastal paths. Trekking poles are better for rocky, uneven and mountainous terrain. You should always use two Nordic walking poles.Dec 3, 2020
How do you hike with one trekking pole?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-88ARHLUMU
Should I use 1 or 2 trekking poles?
Trekking pole handles are often textured, and the poles themselves are rigid and strong, unlike flexible ski poles. Hikers often ask how two trekking poles are better than one “regular” walking stick. The simplest answer to this question is that poles give symmetrical support that one stick does not.
Is 1 hiking pole enough?
Turns out though, one pole is plenty. Unless you're balancing 70 pounds on your back while walking over loose scree, I'm not really sure why you'd ever actually need two poles. One provides plenty of support and stability. River crossings are nearly as easy with just one.
Can you use a trekking pole as a walking stick?
You can to some degree also mimic a walking stick / staff by using one trekking pole, so you can have the best of both worlds to some degree. However, there are people who feel uncomfortable with trekking poles and prefer to use a single walking stick.
Are trekking poles better than walking sticks?
Although both increase base of support and assist the lower body, trekking poles are not ideal substitutes for walking canes because their fulcrum is not as strong and the base may not offer traction on slippery ground. The measurement between the wrist joint and the ground is the ideal length of the walking cane.