11th March 2010

Walking Poles

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Walking poles improve balance when walking and hiking, especially useful over rough terrain when walking poles as a pair can be especially helpful to avoid injury but still a single pole offers many benefits in less demanding situations. Fantastic for preventing the strain on your knees coming down steep slopes and work like a hand rail when crossing streams.
See also using hiking poles for camping when using a tarp as a shelter.

Classic Cane Walking Pole

Outdoor Adventure  Hike\Walking Poles

Vango Classic Cane Walking Pole
£16

Classic Cane durable alloy 3-part pole with long T-handle and strap

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Deluxe Walking Pole - Pair

Outdoor Adventure  Hike\Walking Poles

Vango Deluxe Walking Pole – Pair
£32.5

Deluxe Walking Pole from Vango

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