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Fizan Compact
Material: Aluminium; Telescopic; Newest review: 4/2012 Outdoor Photography were impressed with the Fizan Compact trekking pole's lightweight, three-part aluminium construction. It has no anti-shock features or ferrules between the sections to help …
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Mountain King Supertrekker
Material: Aluminium; Telescopic; Newest review: 4/2012 The Supertrekker from Mountain King is made in the UK, so it's easy to have parts replaced when needed. The pole is thicker than many standard ones, so Outdoor Photography think it feels secure …
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Black Diamond Ultra Distance
Material: Carbon; Foldable; Newest review: 4/2012 The Ultra Distance is a fixed-length pole and weighs only 130g, making it very lightweight. As it's foldable, it can easily be stored in your bag. It features a carbon fibre shaft, a comfortably … 1 review |
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Exped Viewfinder
Material: Aluminium; Telescopic; Newest review: 7/2010 Outdoor Photography say that the Exped Viewfinder is a great-quality piece of equipment that comes at an fantastic price. Length adjustments on the leg sections are a particularly useful feature on a … 1 review |
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Leki Carbonlite XL
Material: Carbon; Telescopic; Newest review: 4/2012
The Carbonlite XL from Leki features a flick-lock, allowing you to adjust the length of the pole. This method makes it a bit heavier but Outdoor Photography it's an outstanding feature, and they
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More information at: Outdoor Photography, issue May 2012 Trekking poles Trekking poles are important for outdoor photographers, reducing the strain on your legs during long climbs. See how these four different trekking poles fare. In test: Four trekking poles were reviewed and rated on weight/balance, strap/handle comfort, adjustment/stowing and value for money. Final scores between 93.75 and 98.75 percent were awarded. … to review
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Leki Sierra FS
Material: Aluminium; Telescopic; Newest review: 7/2010 Used as a trekking pole, Outdoor Photography say the Leki Sierra FS is great: it's light and swings easily. Extension is generous, although there is some flex at full extension, so it's not … 1 review |
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Trailwise Photo Pole T85P
Material: Aluminium; Telescopic; Newest review: 7/2010 "... Hard plastic twist-locks are ribbed for positive action while releasing and securing the leg sections. At the base, a sharp tip is protected by a small (easily lost...) plastic cover, with … 1 review |
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Many recreational sports such as jogging place a great burden on the joints, so those who suffer from knee or hip problems are usually discouraged by these sports. In recent years, alternatives such as trekking and especially Nordic Walking have successfully established themselves as new sports trends across all age groups. Sticks are typically used to support the motion of the legs while walking, thus bringing significant relief to the joints. They absorb the weight of the body so that back, knees and the entire musculoskeletal system suffer considerably less stress. The material of the poles also plays an important role: if they are made from composite materials such as carbon, they produce almost no vibrations which would otherwise be carried on to the hand and arm. They are also very light and surprisingly stable despite their relative flexibility. While these sticks can be found for around 60 to 120 euros, aluminum poles are less expensive (30 to 40 euros), but they are heavier and break easily. A rubber cap at the end of a pole works as a shock absorber on hard surfaces and provides good skid resistance. Professional models include sophisticated features such as so-called twist-and-go caps or systems for changing the tip at the lower end of the stick. As for the handle, the ideal materials are those that can absorb sweat and are comfortable to grip. Therefore cork, for example, is much better than the cheaper plastic. Adjustable hand straps allow for an optimum fit, but if they have protruding seams, there is a risk of blistering. On the other hand, Nordic Walking or Trekking poles can be adjusted continuously to the desired height.
