GPTCAMP Nordic Walking Stick, TPZ-1, 2pc Folding Collapsible Hiking Poles with Metal Quick Lock, Cork Handle, Lightweight 7075 Aluminum Trekking Poles for Seniors Women Men Hiking Gear

I've used a bunch of different trekking poles over the years and through experience have come up with a specific set of requirements for the perfect trekking poles for me. Here are the most important characteristics to me: * Low Price * Cork Handle, not EVA foam * Single latch for height adjustment * Needs to adjust short enough to use as a tent pole for my tent (47") and long enough to use on steep downhills (52") * Strong These GPTCamp poles meet all those requirements. I have used carbon fiber poles in the past and even broke one in a fall on a wet downhill some years ago. To be fair, an aluminum pole probably would've broken or bent in that fall, too, but the inexpensive carbon fiber poles I have used all seem kind of flexy. Maybe that isn't the case with high-end expensive poles, but to me, I'd rather have them be a little heavier and sturdier. These GPTCamp poles are very sturdy and don't flex much which inspires confidence. The cork grips feel good. EVA foam grips tend to feel bad in my hand after a short while. I don't use the lower portion of the grip ever, just the cork area. Extending the poles is quick and easy. I like the way these break down to a short length. It fits a pole slot in my pack much easier than a non-collapsable pole which intrudes on the water bottle storage area. The single length adjust I can leave set to my preferred length most of the time, so I just straighten the pole out, lock the sections in place with one pull and am ready to go. This is much faster and easier than fiddling with two or three length adjusters (on each pole!) on telescoping poles that I used to use. I am all-in on collapsable poles now! The wrist straps are easy to adjust and stay tight when needed, but are also easy to loosen if you happen to pull them too tight at some point. Other poles I have used are very difficult to loosen the strap. Notice I didn't have weight as a big concern in my list. While these poles are definitely heavier than some of the carbon fiber ones I have used, they aren't too heavy. I've used them on 8 and 10 mile backpacking segments so far and didn't give any thought to their weight while hiking. It wasn't noticeable and was never a problem. Finally, the price on these is very competitive. I was a little worried that quality would be compromised at this price, but it wasn't. These are a fantastic deal and I definitely recommend them. Note that I don't use any of the accessories on these or any poles and don't carry them with me on trips. I just use the carbide tips. Selling just the poles without all the accessories at an even cheaper price would be my only recommendation for improving these.

Love my sticks. I use only one but it’s great, compact, easy to assemble, gives me a tripod to help balance. I’ve used it in Greece, Minnesota, Oregon, Kauai on hiking trails, beach rocks, city streets, and forest trails. Great quality, perfect length, easy to pack, easily assembled, makes me steady on my feet and at 72, a bit of extra stability is needed sometimes. The wrist strap allows it to hang free if I need both hands but falls right back into my palm on the next step. Sturdy and handy.

GPTCAMP Trekking Poles are wonderful! I just returned from a vacation in Mt. Zion and Bryce National Parks and, the Grand Canyon. I’m a senior citizen with a torn meniscus and arthritis in my knee. I was worried about hiking, even on the easy to moderate trails. I never used hiking poles before and they’re a great investment! On inclines, they make it easier to push forward, while reducing the stress on my knees and legs. Going downhill, they keep me from going too fast and losing my balance. Different tips are provided, to deal with dirt, mud or snow. I reviewed the competition; these pair of poles are very highly rated and well-designed, with quality components at a very fair price. I’m over 200lbs. and found these aluminum poles to be rigid and capable of handling a good deal of pressure. My wife is 6” shorter, but the suggested size worked perfectly for each of us. The superior cork handles and adjustable wrist straps are quite comfortable and, there’s an additional length of padded pole below to comfortably grip, as needed. The design is superior to others and enables me to quickly and easily set up the 3 pole sections, as well as make the adjustment for my height. The locking mechanism ensures rigidity. Just as easily, the poles can be “broken down” so that the collapsed length of 14” is easy to carry or fit into a backpack. I expect these trekking poles to provide years of quality performance!

These walking sticks are really good quality. They have a carrying case which is nice. Additional feet are also included which is nice for different surfaces. I had a little bit of difficulty putting them together. I didn’t understand how to lock them in. When I watched the video it explained it. You need to pull quite forcefully in order to get the pin to pop out and lock it. Otherwise, no complaints. Very lightweight and sturdy.

I never write reviews but I had to come back and do this one. The ONLY complaint I have is sometime the top latch doesn’t stay locked and will slip. I think I just need to tighten the hex bolt though. Otherwise I have done 25 miles this past month with zero problems. Very good build for the price. They pack up and extend within 10 seconds (depending on how particular you are about the Velcro straps) and the interchangeable tips are decent quality too.

I take these on my long trips when I am walking a lot on uneven ground or cobbles. One is perfect in that case, just for help with steps or to keep steady on light hiking. For longer hikes on trails I love how helpful these are! I never thought I would say that, but I love them and use them a lot more than I though I would! I love how easily they collapse into an easily carriable size they are, fitting easily into a backpack or carry on. Easy to put together and have several choices of tips and ends. Love them!

Had no problems with assembly but found two major issues: one of the poles became slightly bent on the first day of use and the snow basket attachment kept loosening and had to be retightened at least twice. These attachments may need serious tightening for them not to loosen. Lastly I am 5’10” and found the shortest setting (115 cm) on the long poles was not short enough for climbing hills. Consider the smaller size poles as sometimes you may want the poles at 110 cm or shorter.

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First impression before use. Sturdy. High quality and value for money. I love the cock handle and foldable function.

Ótimo produto, muito bem acabado

Good quality, it feels sturdy and absorbs the impact well even though it is collapsable & lightweight. Useful for hike tours where you have to hike for long hours over mountainous areas and also carrying a lot of other hiking stuff. Comes with the accessories and a small bag to keep the hiking sticks after use. The cork light material at the handle adsorbs sweat well. Still feels comfy after long grip on it.