Cascade Mountain Tech Lightweight Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Trekking Poles with Extended Down Grip Plus Tip Kit

My daughter had bought these trekking poles for me about 2 1/2 years ago for Father’s Day as a more sturdy, walking aid for me. We live in a lake community that has no walking pads or sidewalks and some pretty deep ditches, as well as wild critters. So it was something that I could feel my way around with as well as Finnoff attack if that were ever needed which very luckily has never happened.So in the last 2 1/2 years I have used at least one of these every day for my, 5 mile walk and during that walk I have approximately 120 feet of elevation change, which sometimes I may need to lock in the four-wheel-drive, and use the trek and pole to go uphill the last part of the trip to the house. These things are sturdy for being as light as they are. It’s a very nice pole. I had listen to some of the reviews about people bending them, but I haven’t had that problem at all. I am 6 foot three about 230 and these poles have done their job lugging my big butt up the hill.I use the rubber feet on the bottom, and with daily use. They seem to have held up extremely well over the years. We had some pretty funky weather last year with snow and ice and decided to try to get out in traverse my walking path with them and switch to the snow end and worked like a charm. I have to say for the price it’s really hard to pass these things up and as long as you’re not using it to try to chop down a tree or is a fencing weapon this thing should do exactly what you need to do. Very happy with the purchase and as well as they’ve lasted I don’t know if I’ll ever have to replace them but if I do, I will replace them with the exact same thing.so in the end and awesome price an awesome product.And as I always say, please try to read through all the spelling and grammatical errors as speech to text isn’t the best. Have a wonderful day and get out there and walk!

The media could not be loaded. My husband these trekking poles on a multi-day backpacking hunting trip and they held up great. Lightweight but strong — helped a ton with stability on steep terrain while carrying a heavy pack. The cork grips stayed comfortable even during long hikes, and the extra tips were a nice bonus for different ground conditions. Definitely worth bringing along if you’re heading off-grid.

The Cascade Mountain Tech Lightweight Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Trekking Poles are a fantastic choice for those who prioritize ease of use and utility in their trekking gear. These poles are impressively lightweight, making them easy to carry over long distances without causing fatigue. The extended down grip is a thoughtful addition, providing extra comfort and versatility on challenging terrains. These poles are versatile and come equipped with a comprehensive tip kit, ensuring adaptability across various hiking conditions.While these trekking poles excel in many areas, a minor drawback is that the locking mechanism can occasionally shift under extreme pressure. This can be inconvenient during more intense hikes, where a stable setting is crucial. Despite this, the overall performance and practicality of the Cascade Mountain Tech trekking poles make them a worthy investment for outdoor enthusiasts, deserving a solid four-star rating.

I got these in November of 2023 after vertigo episode that turned into vestibular hypofunction, leaving me so off balance, I couldn't walk. With these, I've been able to reclaim my walking!! I only use them now when I'm going out for a long walk, just in case vertigo were to strike again, and these poles continue to be awesome. They make ascending hills so much easier, too, which I wasn't looking for, but happy to have. I don't use the straps, for safety reasons should I take a spill. With these in hand, the chances of a spill are greatly reduced.These poles gave me back my freedom. So pleased with them. Very sturdy and confidence-inspiring.

I decided to start hiking in the great outdoors not long ago and I purchased this set of trekking poles specifically for a mountain peak hike, and I admittedly bought this set because they were the cheapest at the time of my purchase (cork handles), $20.60 new. I was very skeptical about the uses for these, based on what I had seen in videos, which only had people demonstrating them on rather flat, or moderate inclines. Nothing I saw in the demonstrations suggested that these would be more than minimal use/effectiveness. Still, the set was cheap, so I bought them, just in case... boy, what a lucky/smart decision that was.The mountain peak trail I was hiking went up over 3k feet in 4 miles, I did not see how these would help, so I only carried 1 up with me, in case I was confronted by a rattle snake, or something. I never did use them going up the mountain, so on this hike, where the one pole I brought up with me really shined was on the descent. The trail is very steep, and on the way down I slipped twice, ate gravel once (I slipped toward the cliff edge and had no choice but to throw myself down into the gravel), and from there I made use of the pole, almost like a cane, going down the rest of the way. I did not even come close to slipping again once I made use of that one pole. I also noticed that using the pole for added stability also resulted in far less impact on my joints, which is a huge deal for me because I am in the early stages of osteoarthritis.In the hiking adventures that have followed, I have used these poles religiously. I hiked into the grand canyon and used these both for the descent in, and the ascent back out. I again noticed how much easier on my joints it was, using both poles this time, and on the ascent out of the canyon I was able to use the poles for additional leverage in the climb, which made for a much easier, but still very challenging, climb. On another mountainous canyon hike, they were again indispensable for the ascent, the descent, and providing additional stability/slip protection. Think of it like maneuvering with 4 legs instead of only 2.My point in sharing these experiences is that trekking poles are not a gimmick. Depending on your hike, they may be more of a necessity than you might think. Especially for very steep and challenging climbs and descents, or if you're hiking through a wash with boulders and lots of rocks. I am still skeptical of their value on flat hikes with minimal inclines, but I supposed they'd still be good to bring along in the event of unexpected steep inclines/descents.As for these poles, I found them to be fantastic. I got a real deal when I made my purchase! These are stable, They are strong, they are not heavy, they don't slip, they are easy to adjust, and the clamps hold tightly. They were well worth what I had paid for them, and I would still agree with that assertion had I paid twice the amount that I did. If you like long, strenuous, steep hikes, you won't do wrong with these.