[pct-l] Trekking Poles

[Joe Waters]

I very highly recommend Gossamer Gear Lighttrek 4 (adjustable) poles.  I've
had a pair for 4 years and love them, doing 2000 PCT miles so far in~ 500
mile stretches each year (I'm 68 and do 20+ miles/day).  Their very low
weight (3.6 oz each) is, to me, an extremely important factor: they almost
seem to "float".   Before I got poles, I hadn't realized what a positive
difference they make.  And the poles also serve as tent poles for my GG "The
One" tent, which I've also had for 4 years and love.   Hope this helps.

- Blue Feather

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Travis Bell
Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 1:57 PM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Trekking Poles

Hello all,

I'm looking at trekking poles and trying to decide what is best for the PCT.
I've got a bit of a trick knee, so I want to make sure I get the best for
such a long hike.  For this particular piece of equipment, cost isn't a
concern.

So....

1) Brand?  I've heard a lot of good things about Black Diamond, and it seems
to be really popular.  There's usually a reason.
2) Anti-shock vs Standard?  I'm thinking Anti-shock is the way to go, but
I'd love to hear some opinions.
3) Aluminum or Carbon fiber?  Aluminum is lighter, so I'd imagine that's the
way to go.  Is there a particular "type" of aluminum I should look for?
4) Cork or foam grip?
5) Anything I'm forgetting?

Any advice is much appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Travis Bell
214-556-6683 (w)
214-683-7638 (m)
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