Walking poles (also called trekking poles) can give you a major advantage when covering big miles with a heavy pack. This ...

Trekking poles are commonly made from aluminum or carbon ... Foam tends to wear down and fall apart and plastic is best avoided as it gets slippery when it’s wet. My favourite material?

The Sonic Alu W Plus is a lightweight, tough folding pole that is burly enough for most mountain adventures including trail running. Aluminum alloy construction for the best durability. The elongated ...