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Question of the Day ... Do you use trekking poles at all whiling hunting and/or backpacking into a hunting area?
I remember years ago my buddy and I making cracks about dudes using "walking sticks". It seemed so granola, and appeared all they were doing was packing extra weight. Man, was I a dope!
I use them on all my backpack trips and sometimes even when I'm doing a tough, before daylight hike into a hunting spot. (I don't use them while hunting) I discovered that not only do they help a person with balance, but also allows me to use my arms to take about 20-25 lbs. off my legs.
Another question for those who do use trekking poles. I can buy a basic set that weighs about 1 lb. for $40-$50. Is it worth it to go with the carbon model that weighs 13 oz., and pay an additional $100? I've never used the carbon model.
Brian Latturner
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I remember years ago my buddy and I making cracks about dudes using "walking sticks". It seemed so granola, and appeared all they were doing was packing extra weight. Man, was I a dope!
I use them on all my backpack trips and sometimes even when I'm doing a tough, before daylight hike into a hunting spot. (I don't use them while hunting) I discovered that not only do they help a person with balance, but also allows me to use my arms to take about 20-25 lbs. off my legs.
Another question for those who do use trekking poles. I can buy a basic set that weighs about 1 lb. for $40-$50. Is it worth it to go with the carbon model that weighs 13 oz., and pay an additional $100? I've never used the carbon model.
Brian Latturner
MonsterMuleys.com
Will you LIKE MonsterMuleys.com on Facebook! I need a friend....