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Hiker Hunger Trekking Poles?
Anybody have experience with the Hiker Hunger Carbon Trekking Poles? Amazon is selling them for $69.99 for a pair. Looking at the manufacturer webpage, the warranty seems pretty straight-forward. outdoorgearlab's review expresses...
140cm Trekking pole upgrade
Hello, I have a 20 year pair of Leki Super Makalu trekking poles that are still holding up but I was wondering if it might be time to upgrade and give there...
Costco has carbon fiber pole flick locks 29 bucks
Don’t know if this will help anyone here.  But my local Costco is selling Cascade Carbon fiber poles for 29 bucks.  They are one ounce heavier than my REI flash poles at...
Trekking Pole Tests Posted at AA&Co
Adventure Alan and Co's recent test of 30 hiking poles: https://youtu.be/DInJlWpNjYc Lots of great data in there. Scoring is on an arbitrary scale so its better to screen out ones too weak...
Fizan (drop) Trekking Poles Woes.
Between the Mrs. and I we have burned thru three pairs of Fizan poles (from mass =drop) on each of our last hikes.  The first we blew out on day 4 of...
Repairing or strengthening carbon fiber hiking poles.
My last set of CF hiking poles lasted about 3 years. Some extraordinary hiking conditions caused me to break both poles on one trip and one I broke twice on that trip....
Trekking pole recommendations
I am thinking about buying new trekking poles and am looking for recommendations. I currently use two ancient Leki Super Makalu poles to (1) ease stress on my knees and back on...
Does a trekking pole tent make sense for me if I don't use trekking poles?
There are many tents I'm interested in still. At the top of that list is Xmid  2p ( I have one on pre-order ) and TT Stratospire 2. Mostly since they meet...
Massdrop Announces Dan Durston X Mid Tent: 2 People, 2 hiking poles, 28 oz, $199
The rip above was going to be repaired first with tenacious tape on inside + silicone on outside before restoring the hem. I am thinking it would be good to avoid stitches...
Locus gear cp3 vs BD carbon cork
How do the two compare? My main concern is durability. Anybody use either of these trekking poles for trekking and supporting shelter during big storm? I will be using single pole application...
Trekking poles - Gossamer gear LT4S or Black Diamond Fixed-Length Ultra Distance?
So here's the comparison: LS4S: 8.2 oz for the pair, 35.5" min length (collapsed). $215 approx. BD Ultra Distance: 10.2 oz for the pair, 15.7" collapsed. Scored for $100 on sale. Both...
Black Diamond DISTANCE Z-POLE STRAPS M-L S15. Is there a substitute?
One of my DISTANCE Z-POLE STRAPS is just about worn through, literally hanging by a thread. BD has not has replacement straps in stock for months. Is there another brand of straps...
Experience with "inverted V" pitch on mids (DPTE)
Hello. I've enjoyed using my TT Notch for many years but I'm considering a Locus Gear Khufu to replace it for more space, better bad weather performance, and a simpler pitch. To...
Cheap CF trekking poles
Hey all, first off I've always wanted to try a fancy walking pole but have stuck with my red maple stick with thimble bottom for years, so I am oblivious to trekking...
Trekking poles that extend to 57 inches
Hello, I ordered the new Tarptent Double Rainbow Lithium, and in order to set up in fully freestanding mode it requires trekking poles that extend to at least 55 inches, preferably 57...
Questions from a newcomer regarding trekking poles
I've been looking through past threads to get a feel for why people use or don't use trekking poles. I don't want to get into this though, so please refrain from making...
Cheap Carbon Fiber Poles From Costco.
I may have to stop by Costco Louisville and get some myself. Now I just need a 'Price Club' membership..... Are these the poles in reference? http://www.cascademountaintech.com/product_p/1010.htm Anyone spotted these in the...
Hiking poles
Looking at the heavier..top of the line CF hiking poles….However, worried about durability. so, I know that aluminum takes a lot of abuse, however, there’s the weight penalty. the BD and Leki...
Walmart
Some more budget friendly options coming to market. Â 600 fill sleeping bag is $109, for example. https://www.outsideonline.com/2413447/walmart-launches-backpacking-gear-line Good for starter gear. Maybe this is needed for our sport IF it is well...
Zpacks Altaplex vs SMD Deschutes CF ?
What are your thoughts on the Zpacks Altaplex versus the Six Moon Designs Deshutes CF with Serenity Net Tent? This shelter is going to be for spring/summer/early fall backpacking in the Sierras (into...
