HP9 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable two color rubber handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2". It also has spring-loaded antishock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the two sections. Functional graphic on the stick includes a US/Metric Ruler. At the bottom end of the stick, there is a carbide tip hiden inside the rubber endcap. It is very helpful when walking on rocky hard surface. A snow disc is included for use on loose top soil or muddy road. Other convenient accessories include a liquid filled mini compass and a thermometer. Both could be weared on watch band if prefered. Stick length: Max. 55"; 27 1/2" folded. Color: Black
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$39.95
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$19.99
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58 of 62 found the following review helpful:
You get what you pay for Jan 15, 2007
By Pete Chen I have a pair of HP9 hiking poles ($40). My wife has a pair of REI hiking poles with anti-shock for $75. Compared with the REI hiking poles, HP 9 has the following shortcomings.
1. Handles and straps
HP9's handles are very hard and uncomfortable. The straps are simply nylon bands. I took them for a 4 hour hike. My hands were scratched. They could have sepnt a little bit more money to improve them. Next time I have to wear gloves to prevent any burns. REI's hiking poles' handles and straps are better-designed, soft, and fit the palms very well.
2. Carbide tips
HP9's tips are tiny and short. I don't think they are going to last long.
3. Anti-shock
HP9's springs are shorter then the REI's. I feel more shock absorbed with REI's poles.
4. Build quality
REI's again are better. But HP9's are O.K.
Basically, you get what you pay for. HP9 is not bad, but not outstanding. I would suggest you wear gloves when you use them.
32 of 33 found the following review helpful:
Great walking stick May 25, 2006
By G. Johnston I bought this walking stick on Amazon.com because I was going on vacation pretty soon and I needed a walking stick to help me when I was hiking on the mountains. All in all, this turned out to be an excellent walking stick. One of the nice features about it is that it folds up quite easily, thus allowing me to take it on an airplane. I also love its color and the fact that it has a compass and a thermometer on the handle strap.
All in all, a great purchase! :-)
17 of 18 found the following review helpful:
Great product May 25, 2006
By qwiktrans
"qwiktrans"
It's very lightweight, strong, and the compass comes in handy. I would highly recommend.
16 of 18 found the following review helpful:
Great product! Sep 13, 2006
By Jorge Rostagno I just got back from Roraima Tepuy that its one of the most olders rock formations in the Venezuelan "Gran Sabana" and the pole worked perfect. My friends poles arrived bented while this kaito did just fine... got nothing to envy to the ones in the "hundred dollars" rank. The compass and the thermometer are the same of the keychains so nothing special about them, but the pole is great.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
No problem so far Apr 28, 2009
By Lance Kozlowski
"Lance"
I knew this was cheaper than other poles with higher ratings, but I see no problems with it. It performed perfectly on recent long hikes in Zion Park and area. Light and collapses easily for packing. Comfortable handle and shock absorption is just right. A true bargain and I may buy more.
based on 15 reviews
You get what you pay for Jan 15, 2007
By Pete Chen
Great walking stick May 25, 2006
By G. Johnston
