For those who need assistance in hiking rough terrain, a trekking pole/waking stick is definitely worth bringing along. May it be for stability or to provide rhythm to your walking pace.
But they really do help in taking pressure of your back and joints (especially if you have a heavy backpack), especially going uphill and also downhill. Especially if you had knee or ankle or lower back issues in the past, it’s always good to be practice personal safety.
The Brazos Trekking walking stick is perfect:
– Non-Slip Grip
– Wrist Strap
– Lightweight aluminum shaft
– Integrated anti-shock system
– Twist release locking mechanism (really easy to extend and lock by twisting it)
– You have a choice of tips, you have a carbide tip (general hiking on dirt), Mud/Sand Bracket – Prevents tip from sinking too far in the mud or sand and a rubber grip for roadways or concrete paths.
The walking stick can adjust to 43.3 (3.6 ft)-53.2 (4.4 ft) (1100m-1350mm) and collapses to 27″ (686mm).
These poles does utilize springs which act like shock absorbers. The different tips are a plus.
Overall, the Brazos Walking Stick/Trekking Poles are great for Nordic Walking, exerstriding and hiking!
