Swiss Gear Hiking pole is a must have for those hiking or walking, especially for a long period of time. The extra support of a pole takes miles off your knees and hips. It opens from 26" closed to 56" fully extended. The anti-shock carbide design helps you tackle rugged mountain trails or when you're enjoying a leisurely stroll. A rubber protective cap and rubber tip included. Lightweight and always ready to go, a necessary gear item. Swiss Gear is dedicated to technology, performance and durability in every piece they create. You will enjoy the experience ! 10 Year limited warranty. Customer care @ 1-888-797-2769 (or) www.swisscampinggear.com
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Product Details
Product Length:
26.5 inches
Product Width:
1.8 inches
Product Height:
1.8 inches
Product Weight:
1.02 pounds
Package Length:
26.5 inches
Package Width:
2.5 inches
Package Height:
2.5 inches
Package Weight:
0.8 pounds
Average Customer Rating:
based on 50 reviews
Features
Made of durable aluminum alloy with 3 adjustable telescoping sections
Comfortable hand grip with adjustable strap to keep you and your pole together
Built-in compass to keep you on track
Protective cap, basket and rubber tip included for their anti-shock design
Will fully compress to put away and extended to assist your walking needs
Customer Reviews
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53 of 57 found the following review helpful:
There's better products out there. Sep 24, 2006
By Blondie59 This is a reasonably priced trekking pole that's lightweight and fairly sturdy. However, the first time I used it, the carbide tip fell out. I saw some of these at Wal-Mart and examined the tips. Quite a few of them had already fallen out prior to even being purchased. I even tried gluing mine into the staff, but it fell out again during the first use. I threw away the tip and made my own with a nail. So even though this is a well-made pole (except for the crappy tip), I don't recommend it (due to the crappy tip!). Instead, get a Kaito pole. I got one for Christmas and it's awesome. Light-weight, well built, sturdy, the tip hasn't fallen out yet(!), and it has extra features (camera screw-mount, compass, thermometer). The Kaito's are only a little more in price than this Swiss Gear. They are worth the extra cost.
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
Cheap and functional Dec 02, 2006
By Virginia Hiker We bought a pair of these at WalMart on a whim since they were so darn cheap! We used them on the Appalachian Trail and on a hiking trip through the Swiss Alps. They work great and have held up fine under rather stressful conditions. While they're a bit heavier than the fancy name-brand poles, they're no less rugged and only a fraction the cost. What's not to like?
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
GREAT TREK POLES Nov 03, 2006
By Sean D. Taylor THIS TREK POLE IS JUST WHAT YOU NEED. IT COMES WITH TWO TIPS AND A COMPASS IN THE GRIP. VERY STRONG POLE FOR THE PRICE. THANKS SWISS GEAR FOR GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY.
13 of 14 found the following review helpful:
Excellent for Bush Whacking Nov 03, 2006
By Reader0111
"29erSavoy"
My primary use for this was to give me something to help me stay upright during geocaching, and to have something for bushwhacking. If you are into Geocaching you will understand! [...]
After falling down the side of a hill and getting a bit scratched up, getting this Hiking Pole has worked very well to keep me balanced in weird places. Also, it's handy for moving branches out of the way (i.e. bushwhacking) when necessary!
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Great for the price May 23, 2007
By J. Sullivan Although the tip/round piece fell off when I first used the hiking pole, it has otherwise served me well. Lightweight, telescopes down to tuck in my pack easily, and is sturdy enough to survive a few pretty strenuous hikes in Shenandoah. Unbeatable price.
based on 50 reviews
There's better products out there. Sep 24, 2006
By Blondie59
Cheap and functional Dec 02, 2006
By Virginia Hiker
Great for the price May 23, 2007
By J. Sullivan
