Trekking Poles
Trekking Poles
Trekking poles for the disabled?
I'm going out of town this weekend to go see some petroglyphs with the folks. We may have to walk up to a mile or two to get to the site due to some new vehicle restrictions that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) just put into place. We did get the BLM's permission to walk up to the site.
The problem is that I have mild cp and have knee/ankle issues as well as muscle spasm issues and I believe that I could run into some possible complications with the walk and I'd rather not slow down the family if possible. I prefer to have something on hand that I can lean on (from time to time) to support my weight (255 lbs) and will improve my balance while walking. I believe that a trekking pole will be helpful. The terrain/trail will be either dirt or very light rock (nothing difficult) and should be a fairly flat ground.
Any advice of what type of trekking pole will work best for me?
Just go to any good, large, outdoor centre, and they should have a large variety of trekking poles.
It's as much personal preference as it is 'design'.
Many walking poles have a lot of different hand grips, so make sure you get one that's comfortable.
Tell them exactly what you need, and they should have a few suggestions.
Don't discount the ski poles either... They might work for you !
It really is just a matter of physically finding the right one.
Good luck 
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Mitaki-Japan Aluminum Walking Stick With 9 Bulb Led Flashlight Includes 4 Lr44 Batteries $22.49 Mitaki-Japan Aluminum Walking Stick With 9 Bulb Led Flashlight Includes 4 Lr44 Batteries... |
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Black Diamond Trail Back Trek Poles List Price: $79.95 Sale Price: $42.95  |
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No frills, gets you out and back at a great price. Traditionalround shape, rubber grip with webbing strap. Double Flicklocklow profile trekking baskets and a long flex tip. Sold inpairs and comes with a ski basket... |
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Pair of Pace Maker Trekking Poles with small disks and vulcanized rubber feet List Price: $44.95 Sale Price: $24.95 |
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Suitable for people of all sizes. Three sections telescope from 27 to 54 inches long. Superior ultralight 7075 Aluminum. Sweat absorbing and durable cork grips. only 10.5 ounces/pole. Antishock can be turned on or off... |
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Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Pole - Pair Cinnamon ALL by Black Diamond List Price: $99.95 Sale Price: $69.98 |
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A versatile pole with an ergonomically-angled grip with natural cork. A four-season trekking pole for use in all conditions and terrains. |
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Mountainsmith Rhyolite 6061 Trekking Poles, Blue List Price: $39.95 Sale Price: $24.47 |
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Enjoy downhill stability either on or off the trail with the economical Rhyolite trekking poles. Made of 6061 aluminum, these rugged poles come equipped with such features as an anti-shock absorption system, removable baskets, both rubber boot and carbide tips, a quick-twist locking mechanism, and webbing wrist straps... |
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Hikker HP-5 Anti-shock Hiking Pole, 2-pack List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $34.99 |
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HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2"... |
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Contour Elliptic Trekking Poles by Black Diamond List Price: $129.95 Sale Price: $94.99 |
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An affordable price for all seasons. Elliptic shape for morestrength. Dual density grip with padded strap. 15 degreecorrective angle, low profile trekking baskets with along flex tip. Double Flicklocks... |
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Black Diamond Trekking Pole Tip Protectors List Price: $3.95 Sale Price: $3.96 |
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The Trekking Pole Tip Protector presses securely onto BlackDiamond Short and Long Flex Tips for added grip and noisereduction on hard surfaces. Sold in pairs. |
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Komperdell Highlander Cork AntiShock Trekking Poles - red, 70 cm-140 cm Sale Price: $74.99 |
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From the Appalachian Trail to the Alps, trekkers have discovered what a difference it makes to hike with poles. Whether you want to ease the impact of steep, rocky descents or give your stride a boost on the uphill, the Komperdell Highlander Cork AS Trekking Poles will be a new favorite on the trails... |
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Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles (Pair) Cinnamon List Price: $89.95 Sale Price: $49.97 |
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214844CIN000 Features: Never end up with a hand cramp when you grasp the comfortable, dual-density grip tops with a 360-degree padded webbing straps that don't cut into your skin Make handling your poles even easier with the non-slip foam upper shafts Adjust your pole height precisely, 3 separate sections lock into place with the FlickLocks Whether you're on the trail in winter snow or summer dust, you're set with long Flex Tips, low-profile trekking baskets, and powder baskets Specifications: Weight: 1 lb 2 oz Material: aluminum Collapsed to extended length: 25 inches to 25-55 inches Sections: 3 Sold as: pair |
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Leki Trail Antishock Trekking Pole, Black List Price: $89.95 Sale Price: $59.99 |
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Performance, value, and versatility, including LEKI's Classic Locking System. |
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Hikker HP-5 Anti-shock Hiking Pole, 2-pack List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $34.99 |
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HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2"... |
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Black Diamond Trekking Pole Tip Protectors List Price: $3.95 Sale Price: $3.96 |
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The Trekking Pole Tip Protector presses securely onto BlackDiamond Short and Long Flex Tips for added grip and noisereduction on hard surfaces. Sold in pairs. |
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Komperdell Highlander Cork AntiShock Trekking Poles - red, 70 cm-140 cm Sale Price: $74.99 |
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From the Appalachian Trail to the Alps, trekkers have discovered what a difference it makes to hike with poles. Whether you want to ease the impact of steep, rocky descents or give your stride a boost on the uphill, the Komperdell Highlander Cork AS Trekking Poles will be a new favorite on the trails... |
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Mitaki-Japan Aluminum Walking Stick With 9 Bulb Led Flashlight Includes 4 Lr44 Batteries $22.49 Mitaki-Japan Aluminum Walking Stick With 9 Bulb Led Flashlight Includes 4 Lr44 Batteries... |
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Opswiss Aluminum Walking Stick Camera Screw Head Under Twist-Off Top Twist Action Leg Locks $22.49 Opswiss Aluminum Walking Stick Camera Screw Head Under Twist-Off Top Twist Action Leg Locks... |
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POLES for Hiking, Trekking & Walking $8.99 Step-by-step instruction for using poles on a wide variety of terrain. Using poles for hiking or walking will help your knees. Yes! No matter what you do, your knees will love poles. BUT, if you learn how to use them optimally, you will convert that knee stress to an upper body core workout. If you don t use good form, you can transfer that energy to the fragile joints of the hands, trading... |
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POLES for Balance & Mobility $14.95 POLES help people of all ages and abilities to achieve and maintain function and mobility. This easy-to-use DVD presents vital information for anyone with mobility issues. People with Parkinson's, MS, Peripheral Neuropathy, joint pain, arthritis, knee replacements, older adults - anyone who faces mobility challenges will find this an invaluable tool for maintaining and even regaining mobil... |
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Underwater Robots, Lasagna, Band Saws, Ski Trekking Poles $1.99 ... |
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Elegant Foldable Walking Stick, Adjustable Folding Cane $17.99 75% Off - Limited Period Strong, Lightweight, Aluminium Folding Walking Stick Made with Aluminium for Extra Strength Excellent for indoor or outdoor use Ideal for Every day Walking or Hiking Easily foldable to carry in your bag when not needed Large Rubber End for Extra Grip & Safety Comfortable Handle Extends to 90cm Five Height Levels to suit all Much Cheaper than a Comparable on you... |
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54 to 26 Inch Foldable Hiking Walking Stick Cane Light ... |
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Opswiss Aluminum Walking Cane Rubber Sure-Grip Handle 5 Section Elastic Break-Down Gift Boxed $19.48 Opswiss Aluminum Walking Cane Rubber Sure-Grip Handle 5 Section Elastic Break-Down Gift Boxed... |
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Mountainsmith Red Rock 25 Recycled All Terrain Backpack, Largeotus Blue $51.99 The Red Rock 25 utilizes 15 plastic recycled 16-oz bottles. The most versatile of the three day packs for cross-over activities such as day-hiking, bike commuting, school use or as an airline carry-on.... |
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Promaster Monopod/Walking Stick ~ Black $19.00 The PROMASTER Monopod/Walking Stick is a handy and versatile accessory. It features an anti-shock design for the ultimate in comfort when using it as a walking stick. The comfortable ball grip unscrews to reveal a 1/4 threaded platform to allow you to mount your camera so the walking stick becomes a monopod. A perfect and practical accessory to add to your photographic gear collection.... |
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Trekpod Go! Pro 123 Travel Monopod-Tripod-Hiking Staff (Black) $199.99 TrekPodTM, a lightweight, height-adjustable walking/hiking staff, with a fully integrated tripod, and a quick-release, mount-demount system called MagMountTM. The unique product design incorporates the benefits of multiple functions without sacrificing the ability to be utilized in rough terrain, easily carried for great distances, or quickly assembled with a variety of optical devices. These adva... |
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Alpine Carbon Solo Trekking Pole - Single by Black Diamond $79.95 214843 Features: Support your body with a lightweight, durable carbon pole without weighing yourself down with a single, 8-ounce pole Adjust the height and lock it in with the easy-to-use double FlickLocks that snap into place easily Be prepared for any trail with the long Flex Tip and low-profile trekking basket Specifications: Weight: 8 ounces Material: carbon fiber Collapsed to extended length:... |
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Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Carbon Trekking Poles $139.95 Sleek, light and stiff, the Contour Elliptic Carbon is Black Diamond's high-end, year-round trekking and snowshoe pole, designed with an elliptic shaft (double the fore/aft stiffness of a traditional round pole) plus the added boost of carbon fiber in the upper section. For all-season versatility, the poles' dual FlickLocks offer a secure, jackrabbit-fast adjustment with zero slippage, and can be ... |
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Contour Elliptic Compact Trekking Poles - Pair by Black Diamond $79.98 210177 Features: Keep your joints comfortable with the elliptic shape and 15-degree corrective angle that provides ergonomic comfort Get a good, strong grasp with the dual-density grip tops and 360-degree padded webbing straps Stay free of scrub with the Long Flex tips, low-profile trekking baskets and powder baskets Adjust the height with ease thanks to the Double FlickLocks Specifications: Weigh... |
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Hennessy Hammock Expedition A-sym $126.49 Next generation of Hennessy Hammock's most popular model with all the key features including full velcro entrance seal, mesh pocket on ridgeline and webbing straps to protect the bark of trees. 9 feet long / 2.7 meter, 210 D nylon oxford bottom. 1.9 oz. PU coated rip-stop canopy. New asymmetrical shape and a 30% larger rainfly. The rain-fly is polyurethane coated polyester ripstop or silicone impr... |
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Komperdell Walker Antishock - Single A trekking pole that offers the reduced stress of anti-shock along with a multifunctional grip that can be used as a walking staff or a regular trekking pole. Features a Walker Comfort Cork Grip with standard strap, 3-section walking pole, Alloy 7075-T6, anti-shock on/off mechanism, Vario-trekking basket and Tungsten/Carbide Tip. Packed size: 50cm (21.3"), Maximum length: 100cm (39.4"). Wt: 8.8 oz... |
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Komperdell Contour Titanal Antishock Trekking Pole Trekking pole with anti-shock on/off mechanism and Duolock carbon-locking mechanism. Features a new EVA-Full-Foam contour grip with an integrated compass, new spacer strap, and Vario trekking basket and Tungsten/Carbide Flex Tip. 3-section telescopic pole, extra-strong Titanal .HF shaft. Size: Compact- 64cm (packed), 125cm (extended), Contour-72 cm (packed), 140 cm (extended). Limited quantity for... |
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Nordic Walking for Total Fitness $7.87 Take the next step toward a stronger, leaner, healthier physique with Nordic Walking for Total Fitness. From selecting equipment to creating your own personalized workout, it is your complete guide to the power of Nordic walking. In Nordic Walking for Total Fitness, Nordic walking experts Suzanne Nottingham and Alexandra Jurasin show you how to make the most of every walk. You'll learn how to choo... |
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Nordic Walking: The Complete Guide to Health, Fitness, and Fun $7.50 Nordic WalkingThe Complete Guide to Health, Fitness, and FunA primer to one of Europe’s hottest fitness activities, this is the first major book about this easy, fun, and effective new sportNordic Walking, a type of fitness walking with poles, was developed in Finland in 1997 and spread across much of Europe. Today more than 6 million people worldwide engage in Nordic Walking regularly, and part... |
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The Canadian Rockies SuperGuide $29.95 This is the world's best-selling guide to Canada's top scenic attraction. This premier book on the Rockies offers a complete guide to the area, and is crammed with colour photos and maps, human-interest features, historical anecdotes, wild animal vignettes and so much more.... |
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Camp Xenon 4 Trekking Poles A welcome addition for excursions where poles might be useful, but additional weight might be a setback. The hyperlight aluminum alloy Xenon poles break down to an extremely compact size and assemble quickly with the pull of a Dyneema cord. Long padded handles with adjustable nylon leashes ensure comfort. 55mm removable baskets and Tungsten tips provide performance and durability. Not suitable for... |
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Garmont Men's Zenith Mid GTX Trail Hiking Shoe $159.95 Garmont Men's Zenith Mid GTX mid-cut hiking boot is designed to increase comfort, stability and performance of hikers in both the great outdoors and in urban areas. Made with three Garmont technologies (ADD Vibram and Gore-Tex) this boot provides exception traction keeps feet dry with its waterproof exterior and is designed to work with your anatomy for maximum performance.... |
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Asolo Hiking Boots: Men's TPS 520 GV Waterproof Hiking Boots OM2066 635 $288.95 The Men's Waterproof TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots OM2066 635 Leather GoreTex Hiking Boots are made to keep your feet feeling flexible and comfortable, cushioned and softly supported with the exclusive Asolo Triple Power Structure Technology. They're made for backpacking, but they're perfect for the job, too. The Asolo Triple Power Structure Technology was designed in partnership with Vibram. The TPS so... |
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Hikker HP-5 Anti-shock Hiking Pole, 2-pack $34.99 HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2". It also has spring-loaded anti-shock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the t... |
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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole $79.95 Trekking poles add balance to difficult hikes and climbs while taking the pressure off your knees and incorporating your upper body into the workout. A versatile, minimalist, and unisex trekking pole, the Trail Back features an ultralight shaft and triple adjustability with Double FlickLock locking mechanisms to hold length settings with no slippage. All you have to do is flick the lock open, set ... |
