The best trekking poles can do wonders for casual walkers, backpackers and thru-hikers alike. More than just a fancy set of sticks, trekking poles provide stability and support on rough terrain, ...

Confession time: Until a couple months ago, I rarely used trekking poles. Even on trails where I probably would have benefitted from them. I always knew that poles could reduce strain on the knees and ...

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In 2002, on day eight of my first-ever thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, I descended to the Nantahala Outdoor Center at mile 138 with a deflated spirit, a crushingly heavy pack, shin splints, and ...

Whether you’re an experienced thru-hiker, a newbie to the trail or an outdoors lover who’s worried about joint damage, this guide is for you. To save you time, we cut straight to the chase with ...

These fully adjustable trekking poles come with a variety of accessories, including a rifle mount. Plus, they come wrapped in a Mossy Oak pattern. These poles are a favorite for thru hikers, ...

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Hiking is a shared passion for Ellen and Keith Dobbins. Over their 25 years of marriage, they’ve hiked in over 100 national parks and climbed many states’ highest peaks. It’s what they do together on ...

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The time to start hiking with trekking poles was yesterday. This simple piece of outdoor equipment extends your limbs, giving you more power and stability on the trails. They lessen the impact on your ...

My God! You aren’t using trekking poles? As a matter of fact, you ARE the only person not using them. The rest of us long since saw resistance as futile and allowed ourselves to be subsumed into the ...