LEKI Makalu Lite COR-TEC AntiShock Pole Pair

I love them. I learned how important they are as hiked the Appalachian Trail Head Southern Terminal approach.

I use them for my 2 to 3 mile daily walk and they are better than my old ones that I wore out after 15 years of hiking.Falls are what bring an older adult to grief, hiking with two extra points of balance and extra power going uphill, is the smartest thing I did, to enjoy a long life.

Great product. Was worried about speed licks but worked great. Shock absorber not as forgiving as wife's older pair.

I started going on bigger and longer hikes. Walking sticks were never for me but I borrowed my friend’s and they worked great. My friend suggested this brand as he got his as a gift. Ordered my $130 walking sticks and.....they broke on the first hike. Within the first 20 minutes. Let me explain;One pole, worked perfected. Couldn’t be happier. The other pole....was like it was actively trying to hobble me. Twice it collapsed on me while walking. Almost fell. Messing with the “speed lock” clasps. I noticed an error. The clasp was too loose. So I tightened it. I know enough not to over tighten. So just a turn. Still loose and it would collapse. Tried several times till finally I got it finger tight. But now the clasp won’t fold over to lock. Loosen, collapses. Tighten, won’t lock. Finally I got it tighten enough to lock on place.....where it immediately breaks. Still on mile 1 of a 10 mile hike. Now it’s stick closed and I can’t use half the damn pole! What a complete rip. And I can’t find anywhere to buy a replacement clasp. I only have one good pole and don’t see myself buying a new set for one pole.I’d like a replacement pole or a new speed clasp. This product was good for my friend...guess I bought the “cheap” $130 model. Save your money and buy the cheaper brand. Least that won’t cause you to almost fall. Wish I could give half a star.

This Trekking pole causes way too much vibration even with the anti-shock feature. The locking mechanism is made from plastic and durability is questionable. Would not recommend.