From: Tom Foss (tomfoss@usa.net)
Date: Thu Feb 21 2002 - 21:29:04 CST
I realize this is a minority view on this topic, but I did Philmont last
summer with a single walking stick. I made it myself from a
well-seasoned sapling, de-barked and dried for a long time. Stained,
polyurethaned, used the 'official' leather hand grip kit, and a crutch
tip.
It weighs about the same as a single trekking pole, is cut to my size,
and most importantly from my point of view, leaves one hand free to
steady myself as necessary.
Plus, the metal arrowhead attaches nicely!
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-philmont@troop47.com [mailto:owner-philmont@troop47.com] On
Behalf Of STEVE J KOCI
Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2002 7:17 PM
To: Multiple recipients of list philmont
Subject: Re: [Philmont]: Trekking Poles
I've used trekking poles for many years and have recently switched to
the Leki Super Makalu. They have are the 3 section design and have an
adjustable shock system. They also have the angled grip. After using
them snowshoeing this past weekend, I am sold on the new grips. My
hands were much more comfortable with the angled design. One small
drawback though, they do not shorten as much as the straight handle
style. I've used the rubber grips on past poles and prefer the cork
grip. The adjustable strap system works well and is very comfortable.
These poles are made with a left and right hand pole. Make sure you get
a matched set. Last time I looked at a display, there were 3 unmatched
sets. I do adjust my poles throughout the day. Longer on uphills,
shorter on downhills and when doing a long traverse while showshoeing, I
will adjust the uphill pole short and the downhill pole long. The
Leki's are smooth and easy to use. As Jerry mentioned, the adjusters do
wear out. It wouldn't hurt to carry spares on a long trek if your poles
are getting on in miles. They are available on Leki website. The
Leki's are great and I would highly recommend them. I would not go on a
trip without my trekking poles. The only time I put them away is when
I'm backpacking on very narrow and overgrown trails. They are a
indispensable piece of gear.
Steve Koci
Scoutmaster, Troop 51
La Mesa, California
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