Black Diamond Carbon Fibre Folding Adjustable Walking Stick with Soft Touch Derby Handle (33" to 37")

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My experience is that trekking poles make you hike 'smarter' in that your brain is receiving information from places other than your two feet when it decides to inform you how to stay balanced,” says Walker, who got his start as a guide in Switzerland where everyone carried trekking poles, “even the young ones with presumably indestructible knees." A height adjustment lower clip secures your chosen height and guarantees silence, to adjust you simply release the clip to pull the inner pole down to your desired height. Hand grips often have adjustable, sometimes padded, wrist straps that can support your hands, so you don’t have to grip the pole as tightly. They are also useful for keeping your poles securely with you. Make sure your grips and straps feel comfortable to prevent sore spots or blisters. The pole comes with a nice carrying bag, making it particularly travel-friendly, and it comes at an affordable price. Stronger, lighter, and more flexible: these telescopic hiking poles are adjustable for every height and build - lighter and stronger than standard carbon or aluminium walking poles. length: 63-135cm (25-53").

We found the large ice and snow basket easy to adjust and the grip handle and padded straps comfortable, even when wearing gloves, scoring the poles a 4.5 out of 5 for comfort and a 5 out of 5 for ease of use. Adjustable height easily adjusts from 33.5 to 37.5 inches in 1-inch increments to help eliminate uncomfortable bending or slouching. 5 increment height adjustment holes in total. If you're interested in buying or renting walking aids or other mobility aids, it's worth discussing your options with your GP, an occupational therapist or physiotherapist.verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ These poles felt extremely comfortable, with a natural cork grip-foam extension combo, similar to the Montem’s handle, that kept hands comfortable and dry. The handle felt a little smaller than others. It also has some of the tighter-adjusting wrist straps, which are padded and smooth-seamed, making these well-suited for smaller hands and wrists or for someone who doesn’t like a bulky grip. Four-wheeled rollators are more common than three-wheeled versions but some people find the three-wheeled models easier to turn, albeit a little less stable. You can also get smaller walkers, designed for indoor use. Two isn’t always better than one, and when one trekking pole is all you want, we recommend this sturdy aluminum pole from A Alafen. Its durable aluminum frame offers stable support to balance footing, leverage to help you up steep steps, or measure the depths of a stream before crossing. This pole’s tungsten steel rod tips help give it great traction, while the rubber tips and basket offer stability and versatility on slippery or soft surfaces.

Ergonomic handle soft grip derby style handle is beautifully curved and contoured to help reduce hand cramping or muscle fatigue providing a comfortable grip; the durable wrist strap with push button adjuster gently fits around the wrist to help prevent slipping or dropping. The EVA foam upper grip and shaft extension are firm but soft as suede for comfortable handling, and we appreciated the lightly padded wrist straps that lent extra support on ascents and descents. With a smaller diameter than many, the Ascents also felt lighter than they actually are, and the reinforced carbon made these slim poles feel durable and long-lasting. But since the internal tightening cord isn’t protected, nor are the shaft pieces reinforced at the connection points, they might chip over time, hurting the design rating. The ergonomic grips are made from cork, but there’s also a rubberised “extension” for added grip on steep terrain, so you get the best of both worlds. The padded wrist strap feels really secure, too. The poles come with two basket sets (including one for deep snow) and interchangeable carbide and rubber tips for when the going is soft and hard. Overall, we think the combination of solid features and accessories makes this set a great value for the price.The ‘batons’ don’t have wrist straps, which can also be safer if you take a slip on a trail. And of course, you can ski with them come winter. Contoured comfort grip: fitted with a contoured hand grip to reduce hand and wrist fatigue, the cane handle creates a secure, yet comfortable grip perfect for daily use. The ample grip surface area is made with rubber designed for comfort in extremely cold temperatures and helps you navigate tough inclines, whether on the slopes or off. Comfortable handles allow you to go further: ergonomic anti-slip natural cork grip handle precisely accommodate your palm, absorb sweat and keep your hands comfortable throughout your hike. the adjustable wrist straps with allow trekking poles to hang from your wrists during a particularly steep scramble, and the extended eva foam sleeves offer you one more option in sw... But if you already know what you're looking for then here are some popular retailers that sell walking aids.