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By n/a from North Central Washington on 5/13/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Flexible, Good grips, Strong
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Day trip, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Haven't had the chance to use them yet, but they look well made. A little heavy compare to my snowshoeing poles by Komperdell. Komperdell is a good product, and U can't beat the price.
Not for extreme conditions, loads
By QRunner from Wakefield MA on 5/12/2008
Pros:
Good grips, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: If you are over six foot and over 220lbs with-without a pack, I would not rely on these poles for difficult winter terrain. The mid-section is not strong enough for large loads especially on descents in corn snow. At the least, buy two pair and take a spare mid-section with you for pack hikes. Also, Komperdell site does not have "parts" solutions, and likely should. I recommend only on the basis of moderate conditions and loads.
Great poles, but not as pictured.
By Oregon climber from Portland, OR on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Good grips, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I bought these poles as a gift for my girlfriend. I trust the brand, and I liked the look of the cork grips with the white shafts. The ones I received are dark gray. I tought I'd been shipped the wrong item and would have to return it, but all the other features are there, just dark gray instead of white as pictured. She's happy with the poles, but we haven't taken them outdoors yet.
By Mark from PC, FL on 4/29/2008
Pros:
Good grips, Lightweight
Cons:
Wrist straps too narrow
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I thought the box was empty when I got them because they are so lightweight!
By Outdoorgirl0l from Paradise, Calif. on 4/28/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Good grips, Strong
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking, Tent poles
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: These are the third pair of Trekking poles that we have purchased. The first pair my husband bought for me are the Feather Weight, telescoping, non anti-shock poles which I love, so I purchased a pair for my grown daugher who has suffered a stroke and still has some balance issues. She has found them to be very helpful to her as they kept her from falling a couple of times. So this third pair I purchased for my husband so he will have a pair when we go backpacking together. They appear sturdy and strong. Even the color is masculine! He is looking forward to using the Anti-Shock feature for hiking this summer. We had always shared a single pole before!
By Baby Doc from Roanoke, VA on 4/26/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Good grips, Lightweight, Strong
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Day trip, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Very slightly heavier than carbon fiber poles. Easily adjustable to a wide range of lengths. Very comfortable cork grips don't get slippery. Anti-shock springs very helpful for both steep uphill and downhill spots to provide cushion and stability for knees.
By Survival Lance from Peachtree City, GA on 4/25/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Flexible, Good grips, Lightweight, Strong
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: these poles are great, love them.
Just what I've been waiting for!
By They call me the "Tripper" from Baton Rouge, LA on 4/25/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Good grips, Lightweight, Strong
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Day trip, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: The cork handles are a must for comfort
By N/A from N/A on 4/21/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Flexible, Lightweight
Cons:
Can't say right now
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I have recently become acquainted with Nordic Walking that uses poles to accompany the walker's stride [for a better workout]. So, I did some research and asked a Nordic Walking instructor about using "hiking" poles for the same effect as opposed to buying "Nordic Walking" [more expensive] poles -- she agreed. I looked at STP site and saw that these rec'd mostly positive reviews and were moderately priced. I have not used them outside yet, but, I was easily able to adjust them and they seem durable for my purposes. The only negative would appear to be a cheap hand strap.
An excellent pole at a great price.
By Irish Beth from Colorado on 4/16/2008
Pros:
Easy to adjust, Flexible, Good grips, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: These poles have been used and abused and they have yet to let me down, from nordic skiing to multi-day hikes they have exceeded my expectations every time. Comfortable, user friendly and most importantly, light weight.
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