Gear Instruction
How to Replace Sections on Freevane Panther Fol...
A step-by-step guide for replacing Section 1, Section 4, and Section 5 on Panther folding trekking poles.
How to Replace Sections on Freevane Panther Fol...
A step-by-step guide for replacing Section 1, Section 4, and Section 5 on Panther folding trekking poles.
Anti-Shock Trekking Poles—Worth It?
Helpful for sensitive joints on long downs; otherwise the right length, strap use, and cork grips solve most comfort issues—without extra weight.
Anti-Shock Trekking Poles—Worth It?
Helpful for sensitive joints on long downs; otherwise the right length, strap use, and cork grips solve most comfort issues—without extra weight.
Stream & River Crossings with Poles
Scout for wide/shallower lines, unbuckle your pack, set poles a touch longer, and keep three points of contact moving one at a time.
Stream & River Crossings with Poles
Scout for wide/shallower lines, unbuckle your pack, set poles a touch longer, and keep three points of contact moving one at a time.
Sidehill Hiking with Trekking Poles
On traverses, set a short uphill and slightly longer downhill pole, plant near your feet, and use baskets sized for the surface.
Sidehill Hiking with Trekking Poles
On traverses, set a short uphill and slightly longer downhill pole, plant near your feet, and use baskets sized for the surface.
Ultralight Trekking Poles: Ounces vs Real Life
Weight’s great, but stiffness, pack length, and adjustability matter just as much. Choose Z-fold for tiny pack size; telescoping for fine length control.
Ultralight Trekking Poles: Ounces vs Real Life
Weight’s great, but stiffness, pack length, and adjustability matter just as much. Choose Z-fold for tiny pack size; telescoping for fine length control.
Trekking Pole Lock Slipping? Here’s the 5-Minut...
Why it happens: dust, sunscreen, or moisture on the inner tube; lever tension too loose; twist expander glazed. Quick checklist Clean & dry: Wipe sections inside/out with a damp cloth;...
Trekking Pole Lock Slipping? Here’s the 5-Minut...
Why it happens: dust, sunscreen, or moisture on the inner tube; lever tension too loose; twist expander glazed. Quick checklist Clean & dry: Wipe sections inside/out with a damp cloth;...