TheFitLife Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles – Collapsible and Telescopic Walking Sticks with Natural Cork Handle and Extended EVA Grips, Ultralight Nordic Hiking Poles for Backpacking Camping

The poles are great. Light and sturdy. As good as the $120 REI pair I used for 10 years before losing them to the TSA last month.I use them for snowshoeing in addition to hiking but the included snow baskets are too small to screw onto the end of the poles. After much wrestling I got the mud baskets on but the interior dimensions of the snow baskets are even smaller. I can't get them on far enough to even touch the threading on the end of the poles.Update: the mud baskets broke the second time I used them. I did get the snow baskets on but they broke before the day was out. The plastic they used to make these is way too brittle.

General comments about trekking poles: After a 6-hour hike on a very rough trail in Moab using a traditional walking stick, I decided to try these trekking poles on my next outings at Zion and Canyonlands national parks. I was surprised by how much they improved my walking speed and endurance. The stability improvement was also noticable, just not as surprising. I was able to travel further and faster with less effort; it feels like they redistribute a small portion of the walking effort from your legs to your upper body for a more evenly balanced total effort. I expected a big improvement in stability, especially on rough terrain, but did not expect better walking performance. The poles are not exclusively for rough terrain, as I originally thought, but also improve walking on flat, even ground.DO watch a couple of videos on techniques of how to best use trekking poles for best results. I saw a lot of other walkers carrying trekking poles on the trail but not using them very effectively.These particular poles are ultra light, sturdy, and easy to adjust. The carry case is convenient. I have not had a need to use the accessory tips, but like having them as an option.

Price is awesome for the quality of poles!!Ease of adjustment:Nice trekking poles!

I've bought four sets of these. Three poles of the first two pair were washed down stream during a treacherous crossing, so I bought two more to replace them.Unlike some of the other reviewers, I was able to tighten the clamps on mine so that they do not collapse with all my weight. They are strong and light.They aid my hiking and are a tremendous value for their capability. However, there are a few cons...Once the straps are shortened, it is virtually impossible to lengthen them again. There may be a way, but I haven't figured it out. Basically, be very careful not to shorten them too much.Also, they vibrate quite a bit if you come down with them hard. The "shock absorption" is all from the cork handle. It doesn't cause me too much of an issue, but this may be a point where the more expensive brands excel.All in all, these are worth the money if you are looking for lightweight, sturdy trekking poles.

On my first outing, I broke one of the poles while crossing a river. I sent an email to the manufacturer and they were very prompt in their warranty and had me a new set sent out that day. Overall, I really like the poles. They are lightweight, compact, and more rigid than aluminum. The issue was one of the telescoping knuckles not the pole itself.

was on the fence with trekking poles, but decided to get a pair to try them out and landed on these due to weight and cost. I am 6ft 1 and I put all my body into these as we hiked up and down mountains for a 2 week new mexico trip and they were fantastic. Once I got them set to my desired height they were great. Light weight, I think they slide down once or twice, but I little tightening of the adjustment screw and I was set. SUPER helpful on the uphills when carrying 50+lbs and they weight next to nothing.Compared to the more expensive $100+ black diamond ones my buddy had... these had more plastic on the adjustment screws and locking parts, but the plastic was fine. Functionally identical and way less.I did tear through the rubber tips after a week, but I picked up a set of mountain smith replacement tips... they were a bit nicer, but it wasn't THAT much better. Would recommend no question.

Just received my TheFitLife Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles order. Although I haven't had much chance to use them, I have already determined that they will truly aid me in steadying myself when walking. My daughter had been after me to get a set of walking poles and, after purchasing this relatively inexpensive set, I am very happy with my purchase. The poles are light, sturdy, and adjustable making them versatile and can be adapted to any number of terrain conditions such as snow, mud, sandy soil, and pavement with a simple exchange of rubber tips and baskets. Plus, by removing the rubber tips, the poles have wear-resistant carbide tips to aid in slippery walking conditions. All in all, I must say that my daughter gave me a good tip that will help me to walk more comfortably and safely. I'm looking forward to getting some valuable exercise.

Seems well made and well designed. Time will tell.