Re: [pct-l] Trekking Poles?

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In a message dated 1/9/2000 9:54:22 AM PST, owenk@quiknet.com writes:

<< Speaking of trekking pole does anyone have any information on how well the
 adjustable types holdup?  Do they break? Do they collapse at the wrong time?
  >>

Mine are adjustable and held up well for 1500 PCT miles last summer, from 
Donner Pass to Manning Park.  The variable length makes them handy for use as 
tent poles.  I actually fell on one pole near Crater Lake, bending it into a 
nice curve, but was able to straighten it good as new.  

I don't think the spring-loaded poles are a good idea, though I haven't tried 
them.  Just my opinion, but I like the solid feedback when I plant the pole 
on rock, mush or whatever.   
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