Ozark Trail Aluminum Quick Lock Adjustable Trekking Pole with EVA Grip

This is a great stick for walking and keeping balance. This is the second one I've ordered because it works so well.

A while back, I had a leg injury which prevented me from hiking in the mountains where I live, and I also needed a little stability when I walked. This adjustable pole worked well in a shortened form, as sort of a cane, which I used mostly around the house. As I've healed, though, I needed to go on walks in my neighborhood. So, I adjusted it a bit taller and used it to help me step up and down, on curbs and such, and to help me keep exercising my arms, too. Now, I'm back to going on real hikes, and by adjusting the pole a bit taller, I can use it to help propel me forward and to steady myself while climbing up an incline. The metal seems very strong yet lightweight and easy for me to hold on to, with different lengths marked for adjusting it. The orange latches that lock the length into place are adjustable and they are really easy for me to finger tighten (or loosen) them. I like how the handle has different options: a rounded top for a cane, a shaped handle for use as a walking stick, and a grooved, two-handed handle for hiking. I do use the loop to help keep it in my hand and its made with sturdy fabric. The tip has a durable rubber tip, that provides a bit of grip on floors, which has been nice for me. Plus, there's also a circular tip for off-road hiking. This pole has been a lifesaver for me -- in several ways.

This is so helpful. I have wanted to be able to go to parks like Yosmite and be able to walk or hike some of the trails like I used to but with arthritis in my knees and hips it has been so hard to just walk on flat surfaces. Since getting this trekking pole I have been able to go on more excursions and I am totally enjoying outdoor nature again. This pole is completely adjustable for how tall you are. I wish I would have got this a long time ago.

This is the perfect, lightweight trekking pole! I have always wanted to get one, but I never knew which one to get. The quick lock is very easy to use and makes it easy to adjust the pole to the height that you want. The pole even provides height numbers for reference so you will always know your perfect height! I also love how compact this is. The grip on the handle is also very comfortable. It fits the form of your hand very well, and is overall a very comfortable grip. I am very happy with the quality of this product and I highly recommend it!

This is great for hiking and among other things. They have pieces to change that comes with it. My grandfather recently had knee surgery and he actually used this instead of a cane while in the yard when it was wet and soft and it held him up great and it didn't get stuck in the muddy yard. I wouldn't substitute it for a cane but when the yard is wet and muddy like that it worked perfect. It also can extend to adjust the length.

Bought these trekking poles just in time for our first snowfall. They were helpful in getting me to and from the mailbox through the snow and light ice. I'll get a lot of use out of these in my walks and in many other ways. They've been helpful to my husband who is unsteady when walking. These trekking sticks help steady him.

I had never had a trekking pole before and I hike all of the time. It's honestly a luxury if you think about it. It makes it way more easier to not lose your balance going up or down a slope. It also helps stabilize you when walking on rough terrain. It helps you cross rivers as well, which I enjoy the most about it since the rivers tend to drag you of course. You can adjust it to the height you like easily. You can remove the rubber-looking foot on it for a more thin foot underneath. I haven't used that one yet and don't really think I will. I prefer the grip of the rubber foot personally. The color is nice too. Overall, nice little find and I'll keep bringing it along. I feel safer with it too in case a bear approaches or what not.

As a single trekking pole, these do the job to steady you on uneven and difficult terrain. They are very sturdy and support a wide range of body sizes. They feel of high quality and will last a long time. The clamps for sizing the length are made of plastic, but they should last a long time unless you fiddle with them a lot or every time you use the poles. Once locked, they do not let the pole length slip and the pole to shorten. They are very sturdy. However, I do have one complaint. It is all too easy to pull the pole segments until they disengages. Then, it is hard to reassemble the poles without a little juggling. It would have been better to have some sort of detent to prevent you from easily disassembling the full pole. You essentially have three tips for various terrain types. The pointy tips might work well on rocky surfaces while the round rubber ends are a good general-purpose tips, and the basket tips would work well in snow or sand. The hand straps are very sturdy and unlikely to fail. I use the straps and the secondhand grip most of the time. It might be advantages to have two poles, but it is not necessary to accomplish the task of steadying you. It is strictly a personal preference. I prefer not having to bother with a second pole.

When I'm out on the beach with my DSLR camera, that I have mounted on a mono-pod, I wanted a single trekking pole to balance out my walking. When I found the Ozark Trail Aluminum Adjustable Quick Lock Trekking Pole with the EVA Grip, I knew that it would work for my needs, especially with the included sand basket and easy adjustment feature. Pros: Lightweight aluminum construction. Easy to adjust length. Quick locks hold firmly and don't come loose. Handle is ergonomically designed and comfortable. Comes with removable rubber tip and sand or mud basket. Wrist strap adjustable and comfortable. Comes with easy to understand instruction sheet. Product comes with a warranty. Cons: Metal that the pole is made from is thin and flexes or could bend under stress. Overall, I am happy with this trekking pole, though I'm concerned about its longevity and ability to hold up to heavy use. I own another set of trekking poles that are over 20 years old and are made from a heavier duty metal. I would recommend this pole to anyone wanting an inexpensive light use trekking pole. Thank you.

Good price and fast shipping. One of the two poles was missing the tip. It was not in the packaging. If the problem is solved, I will upgrade my rating.