WALKING POLES FOR EVERY ADVENTURE

The world of trekking poles is a daunting one to walk into, and picking the ideal set of poles is a tall task even for experienced hikers. So, we’ve put together this helpful buying guide to let you know what to look out for and help pick the perfect poles for you.

Walking poles help with balance and stability when on the trail, giving the user 3 or 4 points of contact with the ground rather than just one. They help improve walking posture, particularly on inclines, by forcing you to stay more upright and helping you to get into a ‘walking rhythm’ adding momentum to your steps. Walking poles can reduce fatigue and help relieve strain on knees, hips and the lower back, removing anything between 5% to 20% of the load.

To ensure you have the correct length, the pole should hit the floor when your hand is at a 90-degree angle from your body. When going downhill, they should be extended by 5 to 10cm, and retracted a similar amount when climbing up a steep incline.

Material

All of Craghoppers walking poles are made with aircraft grade aluminium, with the exception of our Treklite Carbon Poles, which are made from carbon fibre.

Aluminium poles provide more flexibility and are incredibly durable, providing more comfort and relief for joints,especially when paired with Anti-shock technology.

Carbon Fibre is lighter and stiffer than aluminium, meaning they are more responsive to changes in the terrain, and they vibrate less as they are planted into the ground. They are incredibly lightweight, which can reduce fatigue and make them easier to carry on a long hike

Tips

Created using either steel or Tungsten Carbide for the tip of the pole. Designed to improve traction and stability.

LOCKS

Twisting the mechanism to lock the pole at the desired Length.

Grip

All of our poles come with an EVA foam grip. This provides increased comfort, grip and moisture management.

Baskets

Trekking baskets are the most common and most used in the UK, preventing your pole from sinking into wet ground or mud.

ALUMINIUM

Aluminium poles provide more flexibility and are incredibly durable, providing more comfort and relief for joints, especially when paired with Anti-shock technology.
CARBON FIBRE

Carbon Fibre is lighter and stiffer than aluminium, meaning they are more responsive to changes in the terrain, and they vibrate less as they are planted into the ground. They are incredibly lightweight, which can reduce fatigue and make them easier to carry on a long hike perfect for advanced users.

FEATURES

Tips

Created using either steel or Tungsten Carbide for the tip of the pole. Designed to improve traction and stability.
LOCKS

Twisting the mechanism to lock the pole at the desired Length.
Grip

All of our poles come with an EVA foam grip. This provides increased comfort, grip and moisture management.
Baskets

Trekking baskets are the most common and most used in the UK, preventing your pole from sinking into wet ground or mud.

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Treklite Compact Walking Poles

Our Treklite Compact Walking Poles are all about saving on space and weight, without compromising on performance. Perfect for: Adventure travel and hikers conscious of space and weight.

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Treklite Compact Walking Poles

Our Treklite Compact Walking Poles are all about saving on space and weight, without compromising on performance. Perfect for: Adventure travel and hikers conscious of space and weight.

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Treklite Carbon Walking Poles

The Treklite Carbon Walking Poles are fully adjustable, lightweight poles. Perfect for: Advanced trekking and mountaineering.

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Treklite Carbon Walking Poles

The Treklite Carbon Walking Poles are fully adjustable, lightweight poles. Perfect for: Advanced trekking and mountaineering.
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Treklite Carbon Walking Poles

The Treklite Carbon Walking Poles are fully adjustable, lightweight poles. Perfect for: Advanced trekking and mountaineering.

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Venture T-Grip

A great aluminium entry level pole, Perfect for: New walkers and beginner to intermediate terrain.

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Venture T-Grip

A great aluminium entry level pole, Perfect for: New walkers and beginner to intermediate terrain.

Venture Anti-shock Walking poles

Perfect for 4 seasons trekking and mountaineering. Perfect for: walkers who are prone to elbow and wrist pain, solid terrain and longer hikes. Anti-Shock technology can only be found in twist lock mechanisms, as it uses the lock to twist on or off.

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