Trekking Poles

[JK9897]

I am looking to buy trekking poles to take on an elk hunt this fall. Not looking to buy top of the line, but don’t want something that is going to snap on the first trip. Looking for suggestions. Does anyone have an experience with Kelty Range 2.0 poles or Mountainsmith Carbonlite pros?

 

[JBahr]

There was a thread here a while back that highlighted the best gear you spent the least money on. Trekking poles from Costco was high on the list, quite a few people had found them and loved them. I picked some up too and never turned back. ~$30 bucks, light sturdy, haven't broke one yet. You can buy them in a two pair set online: https://www.costco.com/Cascade-Mountain-Tech-Trekking-Poles,-2-pack.product.100480782.html

Amazon has them for a little more.

Amazon.com : Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Adjustable Trekking Poles 2 Pack - Lightweight Quick Lock Walking or Hiking Stick - 1 Pair : Gateway

Amazon.com : Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Adjustable Trekking Poles 2 Pack - Lightweight Quick Lock Walking or Hiking Stick - 1 Pair : Gateway

www.amazon.com

 

[2RiversCO]

Second this!

 

[longspeak74]

Are trekking poles really that necessary, other than on the full pack out? Sierra Trading has a Leki set for $20. They looked decent and sturdy.

 

[Ross]

They are not necessary BUT your knees and lower body will appreciate the benefit of using them on long descents and or pack out

 

[swamphunter]

I have used a set of Ozark Trail I picked up at Wally World a few years ago. No issues so far with them. Best $16 bucks I have ever spent.

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[Felix40]

Are trekking poles really that necessary, other than on the full pack out? Sierra Trading has a Leki set for $20. They looked decent and sturdy.

Depends on the person just like everything else. I dont think they are worth the hassle. My friends use them a lot and it seems like they get in the way quite a bit especially if its super steep. They definitely help in some situations too.

Forgot to add both my buddies use cascade mountain tech and they have held up through some pretty serious stuff.

 

[Sled]

trekking poles can be great when needed. sometimes i bring one for the hike out or even up on a steep climb. when packing out, even on the flats i prefer to have 2. i use some black diamond light weight foldables. they're around 6oz per pole. i've also threaded the top of one of the poles 1/4 x 20 for my 11-33 spotter. it's a quick way to get stable without the 3lb tripod when you don't need a full half day of spotting.

 

[cody21peterson]

I am looking to buy trekking poles to take on an elk hunt this fall. Not looking to buy top of the line, but don’t want something that is going to snap on the first trip. Looking for suggestions. Does anyone have an experience with Kelty Range 2.0 poles or Mountainsmith Carbonlite pros?

I have Kelty range poles. Used for 1 season and I snapped one


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[Silver]

For me they’re 100% necessary - think of it as having 4x4 going uphill in the mountains. They are damn near critical when packing heavy loads, and in a pinch you can use them as an improvised splint or crutch in the event of things going pear shaped.


I’m running a set of Loki collapsible 3-sections that fold to about 8” for storage. I know guys who have used the costco ones successfully, but the way I have come to use mine I’m happy to spend the extra money.

One thing to consider - go with the flick-lock style if they’re adjustable poles. Way too many times Ive seen the twist lock ones either jam up or fall apart and not lock, rendering them basically useless.

 

[bmf0713]

I haven’t used them and was a little skeptical on needing them but a lot of people on this forum like them so I bought a set. Was trying to cut weight and going back and forth I thought I might not take trekking poles. Then I got a cimarron tent where (for almost the same weight) I can use trekking poles for the center pole so I’m definitely gonna take them now. Otherwise they were probably just gonna stay in the truck.

 

[tttoadman]

I won’t leave home without

 

[mmartiniii]

Agreed...I wouldn’t hunt without poles again.

 

[Catahoula]

I use Mountainsmith carbon lite pros. I always have them along with me. They do the trick. Fairly light and not crazy expensive.

 

[Shrek]

I wouldn’t go without poles anymore. It was a little awkward and annoying the first time I used them for about an hour so I stopped and put them back into my pack. I hike about another 100 yards and stop and got them back out. I’ve never stopped using them since. I broke one once while packing meat and I was lost !

 

[Marine4life]

If you are interested in any from Black Diamond BlackOvis has them on sale for the weekend.


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[JK9897]

I ordered the Costco poles, we will see how they do this year. Thanks for the advice

 

[elkguide]

I wish you guys would stop making spend so much money!

 

[H.T. Outdoors]

I used them on one hike last year. Bought some inexpensive ones from Walmart and one of them buckled on the way down a steep hill. Never replaced them last year but I definitely noticed a difference. Planning on getting a nicer pair this year.

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[Broadhead]

Trekking poles are like gaiters. Everyone seems to make fun of the person using them until you give them a try yourself. After that, you never leave home without them! I have a set of Mountainsmith's and really like them. The rubber foot wore off pretty quickly making it loud to walk across rocky soil.