Trekking Poles
Need help getting started with trekking poles? Read: Trekking Poles: To Use or Not, Trekking Poles: Parts Explained, Trekking Poles: Selecting a Pair, and Trekking Poles: Fit, Maintenance, and Tips.
The best trekking poles, reviewed and curated by the Trailspace community. The latest review was added on February 8, 2023. Stores' prices and availability are updated daily.
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Recent Trekking Pole Reviews
Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock
Black Diamond continues to set the bar… This is my second set of Black Diamond trekking poles, and these are just as good as my “old“ poles. The shock absorbing system on these poles are a surprisingly nice feature. It is also nice that they come with the snow basket, but for the price I am surprised they do not come with the rubber tips. As I have gotten older (50+), I rely more and more on my trekking poles. I frequently (weekly) carry a pack for distances of 5-10 miles, and am looking forward… Full review
Leki Cross Trail FX.One Superlite
The Leki Cross Trail FX.One Superlite poles are what their tongue-twister of a name implies: feather-light, fixed-length, folding poles, with a grip that combines the latest designs in trail running with a bit of the traditional ideals of a trekking pole. These are best suited for fast and lightweight trail running. Unfortunately they did not hold up to the rigors of backpacking for me. They are functional and sleek, but were not very durable for my long-term use. Specs (weights are my own measurements):… Full review
Leki Makalu FX Carbon
Great poles for the mountains Trekking poles have come a long way since the days of using old ski poles. I’ll admit that I resisted them for a long time, just assuming that they were nothing but extra weight and expense. While I seldom use them on easy, family hikes, I find them indispensable on climbing approaches and mountain hiking. While these poles aren't cheap, Leki has addressed the problem of weight and stowability all while making some fantastic poles with the Makalu FX Carbon poles. Full review
Denali Explorer II Carbon Fibre Walking Poles
Cheap and cheerful for beginners who don’t want to spend much, but will do the job. Was going to give 2 stars but on reflection in a world of “you get what you pay for” these are not that bad. I bought them from Anaconda when I started hiking again to help with steep inclines but not wanting to fork out hundreds of $$ (yes, I’m a bit tight!). On the positive side these poles have served their purpose to date, feeling sturdy without weighing a lot and helping spread the weight a bit on those… Full review
MSR DynaLock Explore Backcountry Poles
Very good, three-section aluminum trekking poles for trekking and year-round mountaineering. Sturdy and relatively light, feel dependable, and delivered with multiple baskets. Great price tag and the cost/quality ratio. 550g / 1 lbs 4 oz | Open, Max: 140 cm / 55 in | Collapsed 62.2 cm / 24.5 in I was looking for a trekking pole to cover my needs for at least three-season use, and I generally accept something a little heavier to gain durability (and dependability). After some research I went with… Full review
Komperdell Adventure Powerlock Foam Compact
The Komperdell Adventure Powerlock trekking poles are designed for four-season use with skis, snowshoes, or on foot, though you may want an accessory basket for snow. These aluminum poles are heavier than their carbon fiber models, but are a great bargain for folks strong enough to lift them. . Having finally beaten my previous hiking poles to death after five years I asked Santa for a new pair last year. The Komperdell Adventure Powerlocks landed under the tree and I used them extensively for… Full review
Montem Ultra Strong Trekking Poles
Montem appears to be a fraudulent business operating out of a guy's apartment in New York City. Check out their address as listed on their website (20 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009) on Google maps and decide for yourself if this is where you want to spend your money. I ordered two pairs of these poles directly from Montem. They were in stock and were guaranteed to be delivered in 7-10 days. 21 days later, even though the poles are still "in stock," the poles have not even been put in a shipping box,… Full review
Yukon Charlie's Carbon Lite
They broke on first hike and company was completely uncooperative to honor warranty, even after they admitted they were under warranty. WTF. DO NOT TRUST YUKON CHARLIE’S. Full review
Black Diamond Ultra Distance
Where is the "stop/lock" button?!? My set doesn't have this. I've gone to REI (purchase place) twice about this; agents clueless. Web query doesn't help at all. Purchased ~3 yrs ago and used greatly—but in squishy surface, the trek pole unhinges and you have a floppy thing in your hands, not a trek pole. There is no stop/lock button or any other feature to secure the pole when opened. Full review
