Trekking Poles

Trekking and hiking poles for day hikes, multi-day trips and winter trails make up this range, along with snowshoe-and-pole bundles and replacement tips. LEKI and Black Diamond cover technical poles, MSR adds folding carbon poles, and Retrospec and Montem offer everyday options for casual hikers.

Look first at how the pole adjusts: external lever locks such as Black Diamond's FlickLock are easy to tighten with gloves on, which matters on cold days. Aluminum tends to bend rather than snap and handles rocky terrain, whereas carbon saves weight over long distances. Cork grips mould to your hand and manage sweat; foam is lighter and feels warmer in winter. Folding poles such as the MSR DynaLock Ascent pack down to about 45 cm for travel. Heading out on snow? Look at our snowshoes and the snowshoeing beginners' guide.

Brands include Montem, Retrospec and G2 GO2GETHER.

In this range: snowshoes.

Need help choosing? Read snowshoeing for beginners.

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Trekking Poles: frequently asked questions

How long should my trekking poles be?

With the tip on the ground and your hand on the grip, your elbow should bend at about 90 degrees. Shorten the poles by a few centimetres for long climbs and lengthen them on descents. Adjustable poles in this range span lengths such as 100 to 140 cm or 66 to 137 cm, so check the range against your height.

Are cork or foam grips better?

Cork wicks moisture and gradually shapes to your hand, which many hikers like on long, warm days. Foam is lighter, softer and feels warmer to the touch in cold weather. Both work well; it mostly comes down to season and personal feel.

Can I use trekking poles for snowshoeing?

Yes. Fit snow baskets, which are wider than summer baskets, so the poles do not sink into soft snow. Lever locks are easier to adjust with mitts than twist locks, and snowshoe bundles such as the Retrospec Drifter come with poles included.

Our guides for this category

Snowshoeing for Beginners in Canada: Gear, Trails and Safety

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