Aluminum Quick-Lock Trecking Poles Cork Grip

Overall Ranking: 9 out of 10

Price: Go Here for the current best price

Owners: Cascade Mountain Trek

Website: https://cascademountaintech.com/

INTRODUCTION

I’m a walker in her 70s who wants to maintain this good health and vitality. Recently I became conscious that walking is great for a mild cardio workout but doesn’t take care of the upper body. It was suggested that walking sticks might be the answer. So, I jumped right in both feet and bought a set, knowing absolutely nothing about them. You can read my story Here.

PROS/CONS

Pros: They were easy to purchase from Amazon and it was easy to find information about them online, once I realized there was quite a bit to know about setting them up, adjusting them and actually using them.

They are affordable
Lightweight, weighing in at 10.4 oz
Cork grip is comfortable
Wrist strap is adjustable and comfortable
Four different tips for use in various terrains
Quick adjustment for individual height
Includes a storage bag for convenient storage
Can be taken apart in order to fit into suitcase or knapsack
They look nice!

Cons: The instruction booklet didn’t give much detail. The case contained four sets of tips. What are they for? How do you set them up for you? How do you make the best use of them? You can view the instruction page Here.

Instruction booklet a bit sketchy
Wrist strap adjustment is a bit awkward
Tightening nuts MUST be checked at every use
If Tightening nuts are not VERY tight, the poles gradually collapse under your weight.

WHO ARE THEY FOR?

After working my way through adjustment and usage, I now realize how beneficial they are, especially for people who want a well-rounded workout. Many older walkers find that they help to improve posture, maintain balance, increase walking speed and take pressure off painful knees.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

The package contains the following:

Two collapsable, adjustable walking sticks
Two Rubber Tips – for general use, especially indoors
Two Snow Baskets – for hiking in snow or snowshoeing
Two Sand & Mud Baskets – for use on soft terrains such as the beach
Two Boot Tips – for use on hard surfaces and when walking for extended periods
One zip-up carrying case
One Clip for keeping poles together

SUPPORT

The Cascade website offers helpful video instruction for best use as well as an opportunity to order replacement parts.

PRICE

All versions of this brand and type are listed under $50 US

FINAL OPINION/VERDICT

I recommend these walking sticks for someone just starting out and best of all, I suggest they are very affordable, given their quality.

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Cascade Walking Sticks

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9.3

Overall Quality

9.5/10

Ease of Use

9.0/10

Durability