EarthTrekGear Collapsible Folding Trekking Pole - Perfect for Travel and Hiking

Jan C.: This went thru TSA screening on multiple trips, so I ordered a second one so my hubby could have one in each hand. He's 5'11" and likes the length and sturdiness of this. Highly recommend this.

United States on Sep 14, 2023

Mom cat: We have purchased both regular and shorter versions and these are the best for both everyday use and casual hiking. They are completely strong and solid when extended but fast and easy to pull apart sections to fold getting into car, so you don’t trip other diners in restaurants, in shopping cart at grocery store (bonus may help you reach items too high or far back on shelf). I use mine for uneven surfaces, steps with no handrail, on stairs with only one handrail and over longer distances less stress on knees and ankles. These can fold down at each connection, but I usually fold in thirds for multi stops when getting in and out of car. They will also fit in a tote or larger purse. These work much better for me than a cane and are the best and most practical walking sticks I’ve found.

United States on Jun 02, 2023

Deb: I'm not a serious hiker, more one who goes on shorter/easy walks on trails. I was looking for a light, folding walking stick that would fit in my day pack and provide a bit of support when I encountered inclines and declines on the trail. This walking stick fit all my requirements.

It easily fits in bottom of my day pack without adding uncomfortable weight. I often forgot it was there. Assembly to full size was quick and easy; I could pull it out and assemble on the trail. It provided the support and confidence to walk down a slew of rocky steps on one trail and to climb a makeshift trail on another occasion.

I'm 5'6" and quite overweight at this time. This was a great asset as I try to get myself into better shape...

United States on Jul 03, 2021

jimlhardin: I love this pole for what it is and for what I bought it for. It is a harder ground walking stick due to being in sections. It makes noise each time it hits the ground because the pieces are not latched together. I actually use the click sound as a metronome for keeping a pace while hiking. The rubber handle and strap are fine. I did replace the rubber tip with a better one once it wore out. The mud/snow cap works really well at keeping the pole from sinking in too far and I have used it in muddy hikes and 8 + inches of snow hikes.

This is not a trekking pole for off trail hiking, really soft ground, or deep mud or snow. It will stick and lift apart into sections which then will snap right back together when the tip comes unstuck. It is also not a pole for putting all of your weight on although I use it to climb up and over logs, banks, etc. without issues. I would not use it to ascend or descend rock faces etc., but it wasn't designed for that.

I do not fold it up after each use so as not to stretch the elastic cord too much, but like the fact that I can do so and put it in luggage when I travel. Through more than 40 years of hiking, I used to never use any type of...

United States on Mar 12, 2021

Charming: WOW! I find this style of hiking pole amazing because it is so easy to fold compactly, but more importantly it automatically opens in the exact places to instantly become a full size pole. It only takes one small step to secure each section. Collapsing the pole is so easy too, and takes about 3 seconds which is very convenient when on trails and streams. The material seems very durable and strong enough for my use. I like the easy comfortable handle grip. The tip is strong and simple. Other poles just seemed way to complicated with their tips, where this is simple and strong and fits my needs. The only comment is that it does not really shorten in size. I think they should make it shorter and add height, rather than making is tall and reducing height, simply because it may be too tall for most women, and that it does not seem to shorten. I am pleased that this folds to fit in my small day pack so I don't have to have it open when I don't need it, but can reach for it to open when I do want to use it on sections of water crossings etc where I want the extra balance and support. This goes in my category of "Best Products Purchased" and well worth the price. Other poles may be better...

United States on Oct 22, 2014