RE: [pct-l] Trekking Poles vs. Ski Poles

["Ted Rupp" <ted@nidlink.com>]

One additional factor with adjustable poles that I find helpful is the
ability to shorten the pole on the uphill side and lengthen the downhill
pole.  This is extremely helpful on long side hill traverses.  Granted this
may not apply  on the PCT, I have not hiked long distances on the trail but
I have found it extremely helpful on many of my trips.

I also feel that the carbide tips provide a much better "bite" than rubber
tips.

When using the poles, I often find that the small balance muscles in the
lower leg that become fatigued when traveling over rough terrain are not as
prone to fatigue.  I believe that the weight of the poles is more than made
up for in extra milage resulting from the reduction of work with the legs.

Ted

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