Trekking poles

[JDHasty]

You get what you pay for in the long run they wont take the abuse

They are probably more than sufficient for my needs

[follow maggie]

I'mma little slow, here. I've hiked thousands of miles in my day, but never used trekking poles. What is the advantage of using them?

[Fl0und3rz]

Stability on slopes.  Takes weight off knees and feet on downhill.  Helps ascend hills without wearing out your legs as quickly.

[follow maggie]

Thanks. I'm thnking of getting a pair.

[yakimarcher]

I have the Costco ones and an expensive pair from REI. The Costco poles seem just a strong, I actually use them more because they're telescoping and fit in my pack.

[cooltimber]

I've used mine for elk in montana for about 6 yr's and will not go without them!
 But that's me at 70 yrs,really helps with bad knee's..
     

[buglebrush]

Used mine super heavy this year.  Will never go out without at least one of them again.