Leki's reputation is legendary, but are these poles versatile enough for UK hillwalkers?

A great pair of trekking poles will boost your comfort and stamina on the trail — and spare you from some post-hike aches and pains. Travel + Leisure / David Hattan Trekking poles are an important — ...

Can a £70 pair of carbon fibre trekking poles really compete with premium rivals costing twice the price? We took them into ...

There was a time, more than a decade ago, when I couldn’t understand why people used trekking poles. I thought they seemed unnecessary and cumbersome. But these days, I always pack my poles for a hike ...

In my early days of thru-hiking, I was vehemently against carrying trekking poles. I saw them as unnecessary, something that my parents or grandparents would use. In short, I regarded them as ...

Tips on poles should be rubberized for use on concrete or asphalt and carbide for mountain trails. Wrist straps, to be effective, should be entered with the hand coming up through the loop as if it ...

Make your hike even more beneficial by adding trekking poles. Whether you’re looking to gain more stability, alleviate knee soreness or amp up your calorie burn, trekking poles are the perfect ...

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 ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you're a trail runner, a long-distance hiker, or someone looking to peak bag their next summit, ...

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 ...

Trekking poles, hiking poles, walking sticks. Whatever you call them, these thin metal shafts can make a world of difference while you’re hiking or walking. And no, using the best trekking poles isn’t ...