Ultra Strong Trekking Poles – Pair

Just want to tell you how much I love your trekking poles. .. and even other hikers have noticed them and liked them too. I just got back from a month of hiking “plus" along the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Skyline. I hiked parts of the AT plus side trails from Asheville , Hot Springs, Damascus, Troutville, Crozet and Front Royal. I have hiked a lot in Southern Utah and had seen hikers with poles but I thought , “Why do I need those?? Why do they?” … an “attitude" but that was then. I can not believe how comfortable it was to hike with your poles and how much strength and endurance they gave me. Had a lot of rain during this period and I had no problems going over and through wet rocks, mud and swollen creeks. Not only that but I was able to hike longer and didn’t get as tired. AND not only that, not being used to the humidity I was sweating a lot .. no ...women only glisten, I really appreciated the cork handles … help give great grip that alone was so extremely helpful. Thank you for your product … I think it was a great thing for a 78 old woman who is 3 days older than dirt to purchase and use.

PROS • Light and strong • Ergonomic and comfortable • Easy to adjust • DurableCONS • The rubber feet did not last longI recently completed the Larapinta Trail in Australia, which is quite rocky. The trail is 234km long, and the rubber feet only lasted about a quarter of that distance, leaving me with the metal tips for the remainder, which were not ideal for grip.As these are my first poles, I'm not sure how long I expected the feet to last, but thought they would be good for longer than 3-4 days.Apart from that the poles were robust and comfortable. My concern is how much I will need to outlay for rubber feet going forward.

I am just finishing a trip to the Açores with my wife where we have been hiking and mountain biking. I bought Montem Ultra Strong Trekking Poles a few weeks ago for this trip. On a 7 mile hike through the mountains today, we came to a flat section where I decided to retract the poles to make them easy to carry. Being lazy, I opted to leave levers open, so I would be quickly able to return them to useful length when getting to the next hilly section. Here's where the story takes an unexpected turn. I did NOT expect to walk through the middle of a seagull nesting area in a mountain pass. Two of the gulls felt threatened and buzzed my head. At that point, forgetting the pole levers were open, I began to vigorously wave the poles to fend off the gulls at which point the most distal section of each pole EJECTED 40 feet. I was able to retrieve one, but the other went down a ravine and is gone forever. The poles are lightweight, easy to adjust and sturdy. Until my brain fart, they were working great! I sent an email to Montem Life explaining my tale of woe, and asked if I could purchase a replacement for my missing section of pole. They immediately responded, saying that was impossible. But after I provided photographic evidence, Montem offered to send me a full replacement pole! My one star review is self-directed. The poles and company get a 5!

The best poles, bar none

Ordered hot pink - won't get these confused with someone else's! Will be hiking Grand Tetons and Yellowstone with them. I find them sturdy, light weight and very easily adjustable. Wonderful value for a great product.

I loved my hiking poles for the fact that they were light weight and colaspeable making it easy for me flying. The ease of assisting me with my hikes while I was in Peru was 100% awesome.

Product build quality is great, very comfortable grips. The locking mechanism appears to be sturdy and is easily adjusted for appropriate hiker height. Hoping they last me through the NH 48 and many more there after!!

Use them daily, helps me keep a quicker pace.

My wife and I used these poles on a walk across England (Hadrian's Wall) They worked very well. We had no problems with them. They certainly helped particularly when going up and down on steep grades.

Used my Ultra Strong Trekking Poles hiking into waterfalls & love d them, they made all the difference in my stability on wet, slippery slopes. Thank you for allowing me to get into the best photo ops!

The best poles my family and I have EVER used, hands down.My mother uses them as walking poles to help her around the house/town, and I use them myself for hiking.Not only do they perform on both fronts, but they exceed any expectations I had going into it. They function exceptionally well with multiple uses. By far the best pair out there.

Worked great on my hike of Kauai's Kalalau Trail. It especially helped along the narrow and loose ledges!

Totally worth the money. These sticks are fantastic - we use them regularly and the walks would be so much harder without them, particularly going up and down the hills. You won't be sorry if you buy a pair.

These Montem hiking sticks are really sturdy and strong, well made and easy to use. The handles fit nicely into your hand, and the adjustments to height and length are easy to change.

Love these poles! Love the company!

Great sticks for exercising. Anything to save my knees is useful! I would recommend this product.

Good quality well packaged value adjustable light and strong helps me walk. Can't go wrong for the price.

Took these on a four day, ~35 mile, backpacking trip into the Yosemite backcountry and these poles performed great. The extension mechanism was sturdy and kept the poles from sliding to their retracted position on the trail, and when retracted are nice and compact.The one thing that gave me pause before buying these was the price--I thought there was no way sticks under $50 could be quality poles. I'm happy to say I was mistaken, these could easily be more than double the price and they'd still be worth it.

I made it up Mt Krizevac in Medjugore with these great strong poles

ideal for aiding walking. Feel very sturdy and the attachments and shock absorber are great

These really made a big difference! Weighted packed are much more bearable with these! Long distances, recommend them for sure!

Useful as I have a balance and walking problems. They allow me walk farther than before and certainly aid balance.

used to death, brilliant helped me with my balance problem while walking. very happy. :)

Worked great

Great product, great service, thank you.

These worked great! I thought I was going on a 12 mile hike, but it ended up to be a CLIMB up St. Helens. That mountain is NO JOKE! These poles helped me up the ash pile for sure!

This is my first set of trekking poles. I have movement disorder and this trekking pole helped my balance a lot! it gives me a lot more proprioception and I could walk a lot further even when I was quite ataxic.

Good overall quality and comfortable to use especially for the price.

Got these for stabilizers after major back surgery. Work great, and will be awesome hiking sticks after recovery. Very light, impressively strong.

Poles arrived as promised! I love these hiking poles! I am an avid hiker! I have already tested poles on three long hikes of 6+ miles each hike. Two of the hikes I was carrying a 10 lb pack! They are light and handle grips comfortable. Straps are padded to support hands. You will not be disappointed!

Perfect poles for hiking in Arizona. Light telescoping for easy packing. Glad to have them when on some rugged trails in the Superstition Mountains.

Used these on an nine day hike in Japan to help me on countless stairs (like 2400 one day). Very helpful. I really like the handles.

Love them money well spent thank you

I bought these as a gift for my father who was going hiking (moderate) in Glacier National park. He loved them and found them very helpful/useful.

The poles are excellent.

Great value and great product. Just used these trekking poles on a 10 day hiking trip out West! I had friends spend hundreds of dollars on trekking poles and were unhappy with them. These poles stood up to the conditions. Love the cork handles! Would highly recommend!

Very good poles. I used them while walking in Kakadu last weekend and unlike my last pair the fastenings did not slip.

Great set of trekking poles. They are just right for the price; light and hold up very well. I have only used them once, however I am convinced this product we hold up very well for future hikes. Took them on a 43km hike on the Fundy Footpath in New Brunswick Canada. Extremely steep terrain, 20 something ups and downs 0 to 300 meters; total elevation gain at 1,700 meters.

Great product. It takes a bite to adjust the clamping units so nothing slides once you use them, but they make hiking so much easier.

These are my first ever purchased pair of trekking poles. I wanted something lightweight and compact, but also strong enough to handle intense and challenging conditions. Needless to say, over the last 3 months, they’ve been used for light trail hiking, as well as intense trekking / backpacking / backcountry hunting in the Rocky Mtns. I’ve been super pleased with their durability and performance! They’ve seen all conditions — dry, wet, snowy, rocky, water crossings and much more. The foam handles remained comfortable, the extensions stay locked, and the tips did their jobs over a variety of terrain. Couldn’t be more pleased.

LIght and strong. The clamps that secure each extension loosen sometimes, causing the pole to shrink under body weight. I tightened them with pliers during my hike and it seemed like they will hold.

lifesavers - these were great going up the steep trails at Yosemite and even better when I was coming down. I'm 6'5" and the telescoping poles worked great to match my height. A few times when I "fell" forward, the poles were great at supporting me. Only one time did they collapse under my weight and I easily tweaked the adjustment so that they supported me. Highly recommended.

These are lightweight and the hand grips really comfortable. Very easy to adjust the height as well. I did buy a pack of extra rubber tips if they fell off or for when they wear out.

The high ratings for these poles reflect their quality of construction, comfort, and versatility. They're strong, they lock securely, and disassemble easily for travel, eg plane. Lightweight and with comfy cork handles real plusses. All for a very good price. I did my homework and found the "quality" claims and rankings among the top ten or so best sellers to be frequently unreliable and unrealistic cost criteria. I ordered separately an assortment of pads from another source to increase my use of these poles in different conditions. I'd recommend trekkers / walkers to do the same. Here, too, read carefully the reviews. Some big name poles offered inferior tips, eg wore out quickly in urban environments or just slid off the pole.

Only used a handful of times on hikes in the Shenandoah, (so dirt, mud and loose rock trails) but pleased so far. Easy to use and adjust on the trail with no slipping from the clamps. And I have sweaty palms so the grips are perfect for me. New(ish) brand I think, so durability will be interesting to watch over the next few seasons. But at this price point you have nothing to lose. Will definitely recommend to my hiking group.

I don’t know what I would have done with out my poles they made a world of difference hiking up pikes peak and down I’m 56 years young and was so happy I bought them for my hike

Great quality hiking poles!

Really pleased with these poles. Great kept me upright. I couldn't have been happier with them, especially for the price. Thanks

I've never had hiking poles before. These are lightweight, easy to pack, great for travel, and worked out great.

Haven't used them yet been on holiday but they look good everything I had anticipated. Can't wait to use them, I am sure I will be the envy of all my friends.

Light. Adjustable. Comfy. Strong. Great for steep climbs and descents and take the strain off your knees and add stability.

Easy to carry in hand on flat road stretches. If you have not used these before you will wonder why you had not, Hopefully they will last!

These poles are my favorite pair by far compared to other high end brands. They held up on my recent backpacking trip that covered over 100 miles of the rocky mountains. And I'll definitely be using them for a long time.

Great poles. I haven't used trekking poles before, although I have a trusty Leki singleton cane. I'm trying to walk more despite arthritis flare-ups (knees, back) and these are *very* helpful; keep me from listing to one side as I do when using only a cane on one side. Female, overweight (won't say how much--less than some other reviewers who mention weight), but poles are quite sturdy. Three thoughts that might be useful: (a) To adjust the extension clips, I figured out that I should tighten the screw-down a bit with the clip open (rather than closed). That seems to get snugger fit around the pole. (b) The protector tips that come with these are sadly good protection for carpets & inside of backpack and stuff, but don't hold up well to pavement; visible wear with the first 2-mile walk. The Montem heavy-duty tips were out of stock when I ordered the poles, so I'll be getting a different brand of tips for walks on pavement. (c) I like the clip that keeps the poles together, but found it fits more securely if I wrap a hook-and-loop zip tie around it, and then wrap once around the poles in addition to the clip. Also it's less likely to get lost in my pockets as I walk if I keep the zip-tie around the clip. Thank you for a great product, and best wishes on the start-up venture.

Great poles. light weight and super strong. Used them hard all week with no issues.

These trekking poles seem to be excellent. Since it has been in the upper 90's where I live, I have not had the opportunity to go on a hike with them but plan to do so as soon as the weather cools off. But I can say that the handles are comfortable and the poles are easily adjusted. Montem sent me a follow up email with details about how to adjust the poles according to my height. I also checked out a couple youtube videos to learn how to use my poles (seems easy enough). I have done a lot of hiking but never with trekking poles. My knees are starting to bother me so I think this will help a lot. We are going on a trip to Patagonia in December and plan to do a lot of hiking. From what I've read, the trekking poles should make a difference and save my knees. I also read many reviews before purchasing the Montem Ultra Strong trekking poles. All were excellent reviews. And the price is excellent. Looking forward to using my poles soon.

Bought these for hiking a Colorado 14er. First, I loved the pink! The poles needed consistent tightening along the way. Which could be because I didn't want to over tighten and strip the plastic the screw drives through. The grips were perfect! And temps changed, using gloves and sweaty palms didn't effect the grip. One of the screw on caps were lost along the way, not a huge deal, they still performsed well agains Gray's Peak.

Took these out for a test hike over the weekend and was pleasantly surprised - while they cost less than half the price of other poles out , the quality is 100% there. No slips, no wobbles, and very easy to assemble... Just a few quick snaps and they go from very compact to perfect for nearly anyone. The handful of emails from the manufacturer were a welcome addition as well - it's obvious that the founder of Montem is serious about customer satisfaction. Very highly recommended product.

Love it !

I am a relatively new hiker. I have hiked off and on over the years but never really challenged myself to conquer the mountain, so to speak, until this summer. I've seen trekking poles for years and even purchased some for my mother a few years back to help her walk with more stability.Last week, I was hiking with a friend who brought her poles. I borrowed one of them to help with climbing over rocky terrain and from then on I was sold on the benefit of using them! I came home, did some research, and decided to order the Montem Ultra Strong Trekking Poles.I have hiked twice since receiving them. The day they arrived, I headed to the state park that is 5 minutes from my home and hiked one of the trails there. It's an easy trail to walk so I wouldn't have really needed the poles but wanted to learn to use them and try them out. Then, yesterday, I went on a more challenging 7.6 mile hike in the North Cascade Mountains with my family. It was a much more challenging hike with lots of elevation gain and hiking over varied terrain. Here are my thoughts on these trekking poles:On the first hike after I received them, I was more learning how to walk with them than really using them to help to help hike over uneven or difficult ground. The hike was an easy one with a friend and she and I both tried them out. While I could have easily done the hike without poles, I noticed that they were helpful in getting up the hills and that I didn't feel quite as tired going up the hills. They felt as if they helped propel me up the hill.On the second hike, which was much more challenging, I noticed a huge difference in my ability to feel more stable when moving over the rocky parts of the trail, in walking thru the creeks we had to cross, and in feeling more secure crossing the bridges which had only one side with railings installed. Going up hills, while still not easy for someone who's not quite in shape yet, seemed more "doable" and a little less difficult because, again I felt as if the poles helped propel me up the hill a bit. My 20 year old son even used them for a while because he has a knee issue and commented they seemed to help him feel less stress on his knees.The poles themselves are very easy to work. The flip lock adjustment system is smooth and simple to use. The flip lock feels a little flimsy, which makes me wonder if they'll hold up over time, but they held the poles firmly in the adjusted position with no sliding out of the adjusted position on the poles. The grips look like cork and feel very comfortable. Regarding the noise level using them, I found them to be fairly quiet with not much vibration noise. The few times they were noisy were the times when I tripped over them or connected one of them with the toe of my hiking boots. User error, not product fault! ha ha! There is a slight vibration noise occasionally when they may connect with a rock or tree root on the trail but overall they are quiet. They are lightweight and did not feel as if they added noticeable weight to my daypack.Overall, I love them and look forward to using them as I make myself get out and do more hiking. I think they are a huge benefit for moving along the trail in a more stable and efficient way and I like the color choices they have as well. Their winning price point is a huge attraction for me as I could not have afforded more expensive poles and did not want to purchase something that was heavy, cheap, and wouldn't last. I expect the use these poles for several years to come!I love supporting start-up companies who produce true top quality products so Montem will have my business and my recommendations to friends looking for hiking gear as well.

Had the poles for a few weeks now and finally got out to use them. Went for a short 4 mile hike mostly hills woods and rocky terrain and the poles did very well. Happy to have purchased them !

These were completely bulletproof during our hikes in Zion and the Grand Canyon this past week. Total lifesaver for my bad knees. I also had the chance to use some Black Diamond poles which felt a TINY bit more solid. But for less than half the price, I'm definitely not complaining. The rubber tips wore out after about 4 long hikes, so get spares of those too.

Great poles, have been using them for hiking in Colorado. Wife loves that she can adjust the tightness of the clamps without tools. Retailer (Montem) is excellent, sent several emails after ordering with pole instructions and another just to make sure everything was right. I am so impressed with these trekking poles I am thinking of ordering some yellow ones!

These were perfect for what I needed! Sturdy, lightweight, and they match my backpack. ;)

Very sturdy but lightweight and the handgrips are extremely comfortable! Nice compact design!

Just returned from my 1st hike w/ these. Loved 'em! I'm 6'3", 237 lbs w/ OA in both knees. I can't necessarily go long distances, but last time I went to a local site (shout-out to Red Mtn. Park) I hurt for days after. Today, I relied heavily on these Montem poles (they said Ultra Strong), and they were beautiful/ helped tremendously. I'm not very sore or aching at all. Now, are they a cure? No. But have they renewed & invigorating the joy of hiking? Oh yea!

You can buy more expensive poles, but you can't buy better poles. Recently went on a 30 mile hiking/camping trip to Yosemite with my daughter and sister. We all three had Montem trekking poles, and we all three were saved many, many times from falls, injuries, and mishaps by these poles. Not to mention the added ease of climbing (up and down) that these poles provide. Never did they slip or fail. They lock in to the height you set and the handles are extremely comfortable. Mine did vibrate more than the others, but that may be due more to my technique than the poles. Great purchase.

For years I'd hiked without poles, thinking that to get a set of poles I'd be looking at a price floor of $100, and I didn't think that was reasonable for what was a set of sticks. So when I'd seen these on the Wirecutter review site as a top rated set, at half the price I was expecting, I nabbed a pair each for my partner and I. Lightweight for the cost, the height adjustment is super easy (and secure -- haven't had them slip yet), comfortable cork grips and soft straps. And they really make a hike a lot less taxing on the knees and hips.

I bent my poles in a fall a few weeks ago and ordered these as a replacement. They are half the cost of my other poles but every bit as sturdy, functional, and are super comfortable in my hands. I even tried both grips and both are comfortable. I'd definitely recommend to anyone looking for affordable hiking poles.

These are the only trekking poles I have ever used so I can't compare them to the more expensive competition out there. After I solved an initial issue with them gradually collapsing ( just had to keep tightening the adjustment) I thought they performed very well and I had no further issues. I can't imagine what a more expensive pole could have done better. The hand grip was good, even with my profuse sweating, and the tips held up very well over a 2 day 19 mile hike. The terrain ranged from hard rock to hard packed clay, to sandy gravel. The first day was all down hill, and the second day was all up hill. (Grand Canyon hike to the river and back) I came to understand the value of having poles in general as they really help take some of the shock off of your knees and hips. I had no malfunctions with these over the trip and feel sure I will get several more trips out of them. The only reason I didn't give them a 5 star is because I really have nothing to compare them to. For a first time hiker whose not sure if they will pursue a hiking/ backpacking pass time I think these would be an excellent purchase.

First time user of poles. Used these to hike mount Baldy/San Antonio. They were great for the gravel, rocks, sand and dirt. Adjust to the smallest of 2 feet and longest would probably work for someone 6' tall. Glad I got them.

Got these for my husband and he tried them out tonight and loved them! Very pleased with the quality!

Love them! Easy to use and adjust, comfortable handles, and feel very sturdy. I love that I'm supporting a small company, but I hope - especially with manufacturing being in china - that you develop some fair labor policies and get third party certifications to ensure adequate social justice and environmental stewardship.

These are truly great trekking poles. They're easy to adjust and kept the same length over several days of heavy use without needing much readjustment. During a 3 day backpacking trip in Yosemite I used them on mud, granite, gravel, and snow (with the appropriate baskets). They caught me during many falls on melting snow. They even prevented me from falling into icy, fast moving water during difficult stream crossings over logs and rocks. By the end of my trip, these were my most valuable piece of gear and the purchase I was most grateful for having made.

I'm new to trekking poles and have been researching them for a few months. I bought these and a competitor set (for my kids) at the same time. I really wish I had gone ahead and got a set of these for all of us. Right out of the box I could tell that the look and feel of the Montem poles were a much higher quality! I have been on 1 hike so far with these poles and have another planned for this weekend. The Montem poles are strong and light, and the cork grips are very comfortable. Also, I'm a big guy and am able to put my weight in them without any issues. Definitely recommend!

Nice trekking poles

I am 6' 1" and weigh in at 300. ( I am working on the weight). I just bought these Trekking pole to put the old trusted Hickory stick aside and try some new technology. I am glad I did. What a lightweight convenient easy to use (and adjust) set of sticks. A friend and I went hiking together in Arkansas with these brand new right out of the box. We are both used to carrying a stick so we each got one of these from the set. I was skeptical about the size and strength until I used it whilst slipping on a wet rock creek crossing going steep downhill. Instincts said put the stick out to catch yourself. So I did. The Montem ULTRA STRONG is true to its description. No retraction, no slipping, and no busta my @ss. Thanks for a great product! I will be talking to my local shop about putting these on the shelf.

sturdy, well built, great feel to the handles and convenient telescoping lock

Finally had the opportunity to use my Montem trekking poles. Took them for a trek in my backyard up to Avalanche Lake in Glacier National Park.First love the grips very comfortable in my hands and didn't leave them sore. I'm a big guy and these poles were very durable holding my weight going down hill. One pole did slip a little. I blame that on me and not the pole. One half turn tighter and it was locked in good for the rest of the day.The carbide tips grip well on the smooth glacial rocks.Great product for the price. My only complaint, minus one star, was that it didn't come with larger baskets for the snow on winter hikes and snowshoeing. Most other poles come with both sets. Overall I really love my Montem poles.

My daughter and I walked the 500 mile Camino de Santiago in Januar and were so glad we had our trekking poles...They are so lightweight, and we hardly noticed we were carrying them.

Strong, light weight, easy to adjust, STAYS adjusted, and comfortable in my hand...

I couldnt tell you how many other hikers have complimented me on these poles. A few have even asked me to let them borrow it on the trail. They quickly ask me how much they cost are so surprised by the price and quality. I could not be happier about my poles.

They're great and reasonably priced. I've shopped and looked at many.

I went on some solo hikes in Nevada and Arizona this past week, and I didn't have trekking poles. I wanted some because of the support given while hiking, just in case I needed a little distance between me and any wildlife, and in case I needed some makeshift crutch, etc.I did some research and these poles seemed like a good fit. I wanted aluminum for strength/cost ratio and cork handles for comfort. And, I didn't want to spend $150+, so these pole fit the bill perfectly.On the actual hike, they locked in place tight and were stable and secure. They helped me save energy on the ascent to Fortification Hill in the Lake Mead area, and even more importantly, they provided lots of stability coming down scree slopes on the return trip. I worked hard, but didn't slip or fall at all.I used them the following day in Red Rock Canyon on the Turtlehead Peak in 100+ degree weather. Again, they performed like a champ. They packed well in the suitcase, and cleaned up great. I didn't know better, so I left the rubber tips on, and those were demolished by the hard terrain. Use the rubber tips in softer areas, but hard, rocky surfaces will blow through those in a very short period.Sometimes you buy gear, use it once, curse the weight while carrying it, and then it sits in the closet, but these are useful and will be part of my hiking trips in the future.

I never experienced fatigue holding the poles all day long. It was indispensable in negotiating terrain that made Iron Mountain Trail seem like child's play in comparison.

I've been considering these poles for years but was reluctant to try them because I am very hard on my poles, and I take solo 100-milers in the backcountry (where a broken pole would be quite a problem for me.) But these poles are very strong.

Phenomenal and almost twice as light as ultralight alternative poles that I also own. Honestly, don't hesitate if you are thinking about buying these.

When I reached out to Montem about getting new tips shipped out to me, they had excellent customer service, and super easy to deal with. When these poles are totally thrashed, I will be buying another pair.

All in all, my walk was made a lot easier and enjoyable because of the Montem trekking poles and in that respect, I believe that they are well worth the price. Highly recommended....I'd certainly buy them again.

I am not professional nor advance hiker by any means. We climb the Mt San Antonio Mt Baldy loop last Saturday, my experienced friend told us to get some trekking poles for the hike. After some online researches and price comparing, I decided to get some Montem Ultra Strong for the hike. Can't compare them to any other brand or any other trekking poles as I have never used anything else before. But these poles help me a lot in the climbing and also descending. I can't complain a bit for a pair of 50$ poles. So far so good, I might give another update when they actually break. Which, of course, I don't expect them to be any time soon

I am recovering from ankle surgery and opposite knee replacement. I have been using a cane to stabilize myself but my physician suggested trying Trekking Poles instead as I walk outdoors. I purchased these poles and I am pleasantly surprised at how much they have improved my stride and stability as I walk. I do recommend them for re-hab exercise. They are light and easily adjusted, and although they are light weight, thayare strong enough to provide that extra sense of balance that I needed. Next: Tekking !

These look good & sturdy. Arrived in a timely manner. Thanks!

These trekking poles are probably my favorite piece of equipment. I tend to use them for every trail condition in all different types of terrains. They're so light that it's easy to forget you have them on your hands. I wouldn't want to be without them.

Bought these for use in search and rescue training because I have a partially fused ankle and wanted to take some pressure off my feet. They worked Great! These are truly ultra strong as advertised and really took a beating during our 16-hour training but still look like new. It was nice to have them to lean against when I was exhausted. They came in extremely handy for pushing aside thick brush and searching for things without having to bend over or touch. The cork handles are very ergonomic and the straps very useful when you need your hands free. A very valuable piece of equipment for any outdoor enthusiast!

My father and I both used a set of these poles on a backpacking trip from Gooch Gap to Unicoi Gap on the Appalachian Trail. The Georgia portion has some extreme terrain with lots of steep rocky uphill and downhill portions. We used these poles coming down Blood Mountain in the rain and tackled the obstacles with ease. I am 205lbs and my father is 210. The poles supported majority of our weight on steep downhill sections. Not once did we have to readjust the poles. I used a fellow hikers expensive Leki's for a few miles and honestly saw no extra benefit in the expensive brand over these well priced poles. I will definitely get more than I bargained for with these. These poles are one of my best backpacking purchases yet. These are a must have!

I used these poles on a ten day, 100-mile trek at Philmont. They are lightweight and comfortable and performed the whole time flawlessly. I highly recommend this product.

These Montem poles have about everything I was looking for. They are carbon fiber, and extremely light and the poles lock with a compression clamp instead of the internal twist lock.

I am partial to Montem - I think they are so well made. These are very lightweight yet durable, and I love the speed lock adjustments. I have no complaints so far

I ordered the Montem trekking poles after reading some favorable reviews, and I have not been disappointed. They are well made and designed. I am looking forward to many years of long hikes!

These Poles hold up really well. They support a good percentage of my weight without slipping down. The grips feel good and absorbed a good amount of my sweat. My only complaint would be that the locking mechanisms are some sort of plastic instead of metal. They seem flimsy, but despite that they still do just fine. Also they are very very light for cheaper poles!

Took them out for about 50 miles so far. They are strong yet light. Comfortable grips. Will be using them to pitch a tarp so the max length is a plus. Adjustments were simple - no instructions necessary just common sense. I am well over 250 and didn't experience any shortening when putting pressure on them to go downhill or off small rock drops. Did not hear any of the rattling others have mentioned. I'm pretty pleased with this purchase, especially for the price. I'd like to be able to replace work-out tips but if the tips last as long as they should I don't see it as a major drawback.

Have not been out to use them yet, but they seem to be what I had in mind. They arrived right when they were supposed to.

Good looking and comfortable poles, the locking system is far superior to the twist system. These poles save your legs over long distances.

Lightweight, comfortable in hands. Easy to adjust. Nice clips on the adjustments. Well marked for extensions. Strap material is great. Good Poles.

Poles are exactly as described. I am very pleased with the quality at this price. I received an email from Montem immediately after they were delivered that described how to adjust them and maintain them. I followed the email and it worked just as described and was the proper fitting. That was a great touch of service. I am looking forward to putting them to the test.

These things perform exactly as I need them to, and they feel solid even at their full extension. My knees and I are very pleased to have these along for longer hikes and backpacking trips.

I was skeptical about the locking fasteners on these trekking poles and concerned over the consequences if they buckled under the strain. I took a chance. Now over a year later, and many trips, they still perform as they did when brand new. They did well in the snow as well.

The grips are comfortable and do a good job of not sliding around when wet. The only con is a personal preference, and that is I wish the tops of the grips were more rounded for hand-over-grip holding.

I've used these on three outings so far, and I like them. They are very lightweight, compact and durable. The clips hold the pole in position and are adjustable for tension.

Fantastic product! Lightweight.The padded strap and contoured foam handle were super comfortable and performed beautifully through hours and hours of walking and hiking. Exceptional.

I bought these for our Grand Canyon trip, due to recent problems with my knees, and they didn't disappoint. I'm glad I had them, given the uneven terrain, even on the developed trails. The adjustable strap fit around my wrist, which prevented one of them going into the Canyon at one point! Make sure to open the clamp locks and tighten the screws before you clamp them together and use them. They adjust for length very easily. I sometimes adjusted them to be shorter for ascents, and longer for descents. (Found a good video online that discussed this.) I'm going to use them (one or both) for some local (fairly undeveloped) trails this summer, even with the on-leash dog. One comment on packing into a suitcase - they wouldn't fit in my TSA-compliant carryon suitcase, even crossways, even completely collapsed telescopically. BUT, Joseph at the company pointed out that the three pieces pull apart (duh!), and they fit perfectly. They were at least an inch shorter that way. Your suitcase might be compliant, but be slightly longer, so this may not be an issue. In any case, they were really easy to put back together.

Strong, adjustable poles with comfortable grips and choice of tips all for a good price!

Very happy with the quality of the hiking poles. Just arrived and have not tested on the trails yet, but have used around the neighborhood. Handles are very comfortable, and the price was great.

Very nice trekking poles! Simple to extend and then to retract them. Should easily fit in a full size suitcase for traveling. Can't wait to give them a real workout on my upcoming trip to the Pacific Northwest.

These lightweight/compact poles live in my daypack. I'm visually impaired and had lost much of my peripheral vision. These poles have given me freedom to hike on any type of trails, whereas as before getting these I was only hiking easy trails

The poles helped me up and down the many mountains. I think they are quite sturdy, as I put a lot of weight on them when I'm coming down the steep rocky trails. I use the 115 cm, I'm 5' 3" weight 145

Others hikers on my travels marveled at how light and compact they are. My fellow travelers often hear me say how much I love my poles. Great freedom.

While trekking, I didn't come close to falling on the rocky, wet, leaf-covered terrain thanks to these poles, and they truly help you hoist your body weight up and down the hills. I also love that the tips metal. Worth the cash.

I cannot say enough good things about these poles--they're sturdy, lightweight, durable, super easy to open and fold, as well as tuck into the side of my pack without taking up hardly any room.

My first impression is good for cost effectiveness. Proper material and stud mechanism. Hopefully it may demonstrate good performance at the actual trekking.Looking forward to more hikes and saving my knees.

great poles. On the advice of my orthopedist, i ordered the poles for hiking. These were highly rated on Amazon so decided to give them a shot. Unusual to have someone send instructions on the poles. Of course I took them out the first time without reading the instructions but the tightening stuff was intuitive. I was doing what they said to do anyway.Looking forward to more hikes and saving my knees.

Poles arrive on time and as expected. I have not had much experience with trecking poles but everything appears in good working order and solid. Looking forward to getting out with them backpacking soonThanks Montem!

My friend in Michigan said that "they are very classy"

I've been backpacking for about two years and just bought these a few weeks ago because I'm trying to lighten my gear. I used them last week on a 3-night/4-day trek through the southern Appalachian Trail.

Not much else to say about these, except I wish they had a leash to prevent any possibility of me losing them. If I broke or lost them, I'd buy them again. These should be on your wish list that your relatives can chip in for as a birthday/X-mas gift.

Great lightweight poles-- I used these for 500 miles on the Washington state PCT. The poles are stiff and strong. Excellent balance, neither tip nor handle heavy. Easy to pack, yes.

They are so light they will be hard to remember I'm holding them. I elected not to buy the cork grips because I hike with gloves on and the foam just felt better with gloves. You could not go wrong with these poles.

These are the first trekking poles I have ever bought. I had used several other poles before I purchased these and had my heart set on another style until I held these.

Perfect. My wife is using them to rehab and take walks after surgery. Good price, seem sturdy and well built yet lightweight. I like that we can purchase additional rubber tips of needed. Will also be good for hiking (in AZ) after she feels better.

great hand grips, easy to pack in a back pack, light but sturdy. I got a set for my mom to use on her daily walks she loves them

This trekking pole is super reliable. The flip lock, foam grips, and the soft extension shaft are done very well. Also the pole is super light and comfortable. I use the hand straps to support me on descents down the mountain. The foam handles wick away the moisture very well and leave my hands nice and dry.I have come to rely heavily on these poles.

I had been using a cane to assist my walking. I saw someone with these kind of poles, and I thought I would give the brand a try. So far I really like how they help me maintain balance and give me support.

The poles themselves are excellent - light and responsive to use, though I admit that I have only taken them out once. In addition, and equally important: I had a very slight issue with one of my two poles, and contacted Montem about them (early yesterday, Sunday morning). They could not have been more helpful, and ended up sending me another pair, which arrived today Monday, in time for me to head off on my trip to the Canyons properly equipped. Amazingly good customer service.

I bought these for my girlfriend. This is the 2nd set of Trek poles I've purchased so I knew what I wanted for features in this pair. The Montem poles have lever locks for the adjustments and non-cork grips. The quality is excellent. But what sets this company apart is the follow-up communication; a nice email with sizing chart and another note from the company founder. Nice touch not seen much these days. Only used them once so far but I may be getting another pair to replace the other set ones (another brand) I have had for a while.

These walking sticks are easy to retract and lengthen, sturdy and the cork handles are wonderful in the heat. Also the price is so reasonable. I am very pleased with my purchase and am looking forward to lots of trekking this summer.

These are great hiking poles! We were replacing ones we've used for a couple of decades, and these are a great modern version. The clamps are wonderful. With the old ones we had to twist them to keep them in place, and the clamps make it far easier. We are hiking in the Swiss Alps for a month and using them most of the time. When I bought them I saw a review that complained that they slipped. But all you have to do is make sure the screw is tightened enough. My husband had no problem getting them tightened. We've been up and down very steep mountain trails, and these are fantastic.

I recently bought these as my first trekking poles. After reading the article on REI's Expert Advice site, I searched for the poles that were best for me. I needed strong poles—as I'm a heavy guy—and I wanted comfortable grips and straps that would handle sweaty palms—as I live in a humid place. I also wanted poles that collapse into themselves to minimize the space they use when stored on my pack. These have all of those features, so I ordered them and received them right away.These poles are amazing. They look and feel fantastic! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for well-designed yet affordable trekking poles.

Bought for my son going to Philmont (Boy Scout Ranch) - appear to be superior quality as those costing 2x - 3x as much.

Good Quality Product!

Recently bought these poles for a 70 mile AT section hike in the great state of GA. I am 6' 220 lbs and these poles worked great for me. Very strong and held my body weight with ease on some of the rocky downhills. It is great to see a company producing quality hiking gear at a great price. I wish these were available when I thruhiked in 2006. I'll never buy expensive trekking poles again.

Took these poles out for a test hike (~3 miles) and was very pleased the clamp adjustment for height was smooth and easy to operate. I really liked the grips - not cork, but a very comfortable cushion. The strap was comfortable and the piles were light. I definitely think you get more than your money's worth with these poles.

I was very impressed with the quality and attention to detail with these poles. They are a reasonable price and the company obviously takes pride in them as they sent me an email before they arrived describing how to fit them too. I am very pleased with the poles, easy of use, and the quality and wholeheartedly recommend them.

These trekking poles arrived the day before an overnight backpacking trip, perfect timing! I'm in love with the matte pink color I chose and my Boyfriend loved his matte black pair. Once I had them adjusted they were absolutely perfect. I was carrying a 25lb pack with my pups leash attached and these poles were great; during stream crossings especially. Any support I needed, I had complete faith the poles would hold up.I've only used them once but I'm impressed with the quality I received from Montem. The handle fits your hands perfectly, the cork is good quality and feels great on your palm. I'm extremely happy with these trekking poles and can't wait to take them along on my next trip in a couple weeks.

I am very pleased with the poles. I have had both knees replaced over the past 6 years and have some balance issues. I think using the poles will help me with my posture and more confidence when I walk. I like the fact they are so light and easy to store. I have told others about this product.

I'm an avid mountain hiker. These are great trekking poles, arrived early. Definitely would buy again.

I am very pleased with the poles. I have had both knees replaced over the past 6 years and have some balance issues. I think using the poles will help me with my posture and more confidence when I walk. I like the fact they are so light and easy to store. I have told others about this product.

I Was finally able to use these after getting them last week. Went on a 10 mile jaunt today after 3-4 days steady rains. Started on gravel road, scree, and decided to play in the mud along river bank. Lots of debris from fallen trees, collapsed railroad ties (along old rail tracks followed) and also a wildflower open meadow to get a sampling. I'm 6'5" 250 lbs and extended the poles to their maximum opening. I wanted to see how these poles held up at full extension with varied terrain, and with some areas requiring me to lean pretty heavily on them. Bottom line they were great. I did have to tighten one of the clamps just once when I really leaned into one of the poles to scramble over some large downed trees and fallen boulders but after re-tightening the nut no problem. The poles never felt heavy and the cork handles were great - I didn't experience any tingling or numbness from nerve impingement as can happen with some handles. I did,however, switch out the basic rubber tip covers that come with the pole to their heavy duty ones - definitely worth getting! The rubber tips fit very snug and did not budge even in the thickest muck! My suggestion to the folks at Montem would be to include these heavy duty tips with each purchase of the poles and forget the basic ones they have now. Those tips are not that expensive so upping the cost of the poles by a few bucks really wont cause any issues with sales. Again, if u want really strong, ergonomically friendly, light, and greatly priced trekking poles don't hesitate getting these.

Bought two sets for my wife and I. After using a single pole for several years, decided to add on another after reading about the benefits. Used them on a weekend trip for the first time covering about 10 miles, and they held up great. The clasping mechanism is easy to use, like the availability of colors, and appreciated the follow up email that explained how to properly size.

Well made for a great price, straight forward adjustment of length and appear to be very sturdy. Haven't actually hiked with them yet, but we are leaving for a three week tour of the Grand Canyon and southern Utah where we will be trying them out on lots of day hikes. We expect that they will perform really well on the trail.

I've been really happy with these poles! Got them at the last minute for the Appalachian Trail because they were cheap and had good reviews.I've found that I can put my full weight on them on descents and that the handgrips are really comfortable. Plus they're light. Really that's what I want out of poles.The only two cons that I've found: initially I had trouble getting the locking mechanisms tight enough, and the carbide tips can't be replaced (though the rubber tips can).Overall a really nice set of poles!

So first, these are great poles! They are very convenient, and telescope to a length you can fit into your airline luggage (I don't think you can take them in carry-on luggage, and haven't tried it to be on safe side). As The Wirecutter review points out, all the folding, blah blah fanciness doesn't matter in the woods because you don't fold them while you're on a trek.I bought these for each of my kids, and they like them. I had previously bought myself some Leki poles, the folding variety, but frankly, I bought them from the local outdoor store because I feel bad for always trying out stuff there and buying it on Amazon. So, I make sure I buy some stuff from them to make sure they're around when I need their advice. I would advise them to carry these poles. The Lekis were 140% more, and (1) they don't come with the rubber tips like the Montana, so they're really 160% more expensive), (2) they don't do anything that the Montems don't, and (3) well, the customer service at Montem is unbelievably wonderful.Son #2 was playing with his poles after removing them from the packaging, and I don't know exactly what happened, but he broke one of the telescoping mechanisms on one of the poles. I told him he'd better write to the company and see if that was covered under warranty. I figured this was a good way to teach the boys about being responsible, consequences, being the squeaky wheel, standing up for himself and asking for help.Amazingly, the CEO of the company wrote him back. Not. Even. Kidding! After reviewing the photos, he told the boy that while it appeared that this was not a legit warranty claim – I mean, let's face it, teenage boys aren't particularly delicate with new toys – they would go ahead and send him a replacement pole and hoped it would serve him well. How great is that?!So apparently this CEO-answering-your-e-mail is de rigeur for these guys, which is mighty handy. Got a question? Guy in charge answers it himself. He's even on the company chat help service. They do make a carbon fiber pole now, but I would say that aluminum is better for kids, since they will bend if someone starts, say, sword-fighting, rather than shattering as a carbon pole would. (I do not believe this was what caused the breakage, but it was probably something along those lines).

I will never understand why anyone would pay $150 or more for a set of Trekking Poles. These poles cost less than $50 and contain the same materials as $150 poles, but in most cases are lighter than the insanely expensive ones. The grip on these poles is probably their best feature. They are some type of synthetic cork that feels great. Me and my wife took these for a short 6 miler the other day and they are crazy strong, they are light, and very well balanced. I have been walking without poles for a very long time and regret every step I ever took w/o the Montem poles.

Although in the early stages of usage; the quality is noteworthy. They adjust easily and the grip is comfortable. Also, the manufacture supplies easy to understand instruction and seems very interested in making sure customers are happy with their product.

Great communication from the company and high quality poles. Buy with confidence.

I love these poles. I was unsure about using trekking poles, as I never have before, but they were recommended for a recent hiking and wine tour in Chile. I was so glad I had these. Much of the hiking we did was in rocky brush uphill and downhill, and having trekking poles gave me another contact point for balance, and also allowed me to push aside brush. These poles were fantastic. Very easy to collapse for storage and easy to extend for use. The measurements made it easy to remember what size I liked and made it easy to extend again the next morning. The poles performed as promised, and were extremely light. I gave them to a friend to hold for me, and she mentioned how much lighter they were than her poles. The cork handles were very comfortable to hold and didn't get sweaty (despite ample opportunity). The straps were very easy to adjust to make it easy to grip the handles. I lent them to another person on the trip and he easily adjusted them for his hike.The only caution I have is that there are knobs on the levers used to hold the sections when assembled, and it was important to tighten these knobs, not just to close the levers. That made them much more secure. I did find that they very slowly started to shorten if I put all of my weight on them, but I found I liked that. It seemed like it made them more flexible and less likely to break, and made the poles give a little bit if I were falling and suddenly placed my weight on them. Almost like shock absorbers.I would now highly recommend poles on any sort of uneven terrain, and these poles in particular.

These are great! Lightweight and very comfortable to hold. They fit nicely on the side of my hiking bag. My only feedback is to check the tips when they arrive. We lost one on the first use and I just had to order more. No biggie considering we love these!!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE them!!! Cannot believe what a difference they made in supporting my knees and back and simply made hiking mountainous terrain easier!!!! And they are so easy to use!!!!!! I will not leave home hiking without them!!!! Thanks for a great product

They work great and seem very well made. After my first walk I checked to see if there was any slippage in the length adjustment. Absolutely none on any of the 4 adjusters. Also, on the first walk I noticed an increase in speed (Polar RS800cx) and slightly higher HR compared to my normal walks. they seem to give the benefits others claim.

Took these with the me on the trail for 4 days and i was impressed. They're light weight, comfortable, and held up well. Be sure to tighten the nuts on the latches before using. One of them loosened during the hike but after tightening it again (with more force) it stayed. Overall a good product so far

OK, I have only used super cheapo poles from Walmart in the past. I wasn't convinced I needed poles, but I have some arthritis in my knees and back, so decided to try better ones. I slipped and fell last fall and banged my knee up bad. I saw a lot of folks using various brands of poles and have been pondering them since. I am for the record, a 5'5" woman and 130#. I was reluctant to spend $130-250 for poles. So I read the 2017 reviews and decided to give these a try based on price and positive review. I got an email explaining how to adjust and tighten them, followed the instructions and tested them full weight, no slipping. They are super light, but very sturdy. I had no fear of them coming loose. I ordered matte black and they are nicely finished. They offer features only seen on much more expensive poles. I LOVE them! Just LOVE them! NOW, I admit I used one pole only, because I am constantly taking photos and two poles are too much trouble most times. I switched hands frequently, depending on the slope and surface. My arms were definitely taking more weight, and that's the point! My knees felt fine after a tough 5 mile hike. Mud, dust, rocks, scree, volcanic debris...they worked just GREAT! When I go to the super bad stuff, like in Zion, I will try using two poles. I would highly recommend giving these a try. The owner of the company seems eager to help if any problems arise

These things saved my life during triple crown hike. Very durable paint scratches easy but who cares mine is how wrapped in paracord highly recommend these sticks for the price.

Just as described. Quick delivery. Recommend highly!

Just received two sets, first impression is very good. They look well constructed, and comparable to much more expensive poles, I will be using them this summer in Glacier Park, and I will give an update.

I am greatly satisfied with my Montem trekking poles. the instruction were clear and my poles have supported me without slipping. I have recommended this company to my nephew who is looking for new trekking poles. I like the way the company contacted me by e-mail to see if everything was satisfactory. I will buy from Montem again and am recommending them to others.

I actually purchased the trekking poles for my sister in law and she loves everything about them! Very easy to adjust the size for a comfortable fit. Love the matte pink color!

I love these montem trekking poles. They are lightweight, and the foam grips are excellent. They are a great buy....would highly recommend.

Makes my hiking experience a lot better!!

I used my poles for the first time today. I went in a 6 mile hike in the beautiful hill country of Central Texas. Crossing streams and going up hills and down, they provided a great new confidence in my steps. They were lightweight and stayed where I set them. Everything I hoped they would be.

Love these polls, I used them for three weeks ( about 200 miles ) they are simply a great products and for the price you cannot go wrong

These Ultra Strong poles are strong and light. They are easy to adjust and compact down. I like how these also easily collapse down and fit in my bag. I have taken these on a few adventures and so far have performed well.

So far I love these. I have some other brands that were way more but weren't nearly as well put together as these. I only have 22 miles on these so far but I see no issues at all. PS I will be buying a second pair since my lovely wife keeps swiping mine

Do not hesitate to buy, this is a great product, and you are supporting people who are passionate about the outdoors. I purchased two and will buy again in the future.

Super light- will be taking these trekking poles on the Oxfam Trail . Grips are comfy, height adjustments quickly set, pack and extra tips very handy too. Highly recommended!

I am new to nordic walking and wanted an inexpensive pair of walking sticks to get started, and these work perfectly.

After three back surgeries, I have a difficult time walking and need to hold onto a shopping cart in the store. I used a cane when walking and was thinking about buying a roller walker when a friend suggested I try hiking sticks first. I bought these, and they work great. I can put downward pressure on the sticks and get the same relief as when using a cart. The sticks are lightweight and easily telescope. They are stronger if not extended to their full height. At this price, I think you should give them a try. And now for the real reason, I like them. Instead of looking like an old man with a walker, I look like a hiker. At least I like to think so.These helps me walk better!

The weekend I bought them, I did a twenty mile in Big Sur, I ran most of the descents and these babies sure helped the ascents I was constantly adjusting them on the fly. Overall I love them, I would recommend them

As a senior, 73, these poles give me the extra security I need while walking in town or hiking on the trails.

Great poles for hiking and snowshoeing

Easy and fast to expand for use or contract afterward. Locks are easy to use and totally stable

Poles are strong and very light, hand grip cushions comfortable. Used them on the steep hike yesterday and loved them!

So light, I forget they're there

Took these out last weekend for my first time using pole. I loved them, I can't believe I've been hiking without them this whole time.

Great poles. Never lost a basket, never slipped, survived the side of my pack and the airlines. Buy them you won't be disappointed.

i would buy again and do recommend these poles.

These are fantastic. Very lightweight and the grips are really comfortable.

I've done day-hikes and multi-day backpacking trips with them. I used them in snow, rain, mud, and dust and they've always performed as needed. They are light, and the grip is comfortable.

The poles collapse to a small enough size that they fit comfortably into a small suitcase or unobtrusively onto the back of a daypack.

Received them quickly. They collapse easily and are great for storing. I've only used them once but they are a nice quality. Good price!

I also like how they collapse and fit into my snowshoe bag! I would recommend them!

I recently went on hike with these poles. These were so comfortable and would definitely recommend

I love these light-weight poles, which are easy to assemble and adjust to different heights and fit into a small suitcase

I bought them for a 79 year old friend who walks 8-10 miles per day. He really likes the tips and EVA handles. The tips have little discs that prevent tips from sinking too far into ground. Since he's a Carolina fan, he loves the blue.

The perfect set of trekking poles. I use mine for nordic walking around my neighborhood every morning. It's been months now, and they're still in perfect condition. These poles really do hold up incredibly well

I took my poles with me to Kilimanjaro and they held up perfectly! I didn't have a single issue with them. I'm going on another trip in 2 months, and I'll be using these poles as I train, and on the actual hike.

They did fine on a 30-day trek in Nepal this May, and I have now bought a sturdier aluminum pair to use for winter hiking.

These are THE trekking poles to have. I've used them on 7 trips across 3 continents, and I have yet to experience a more stable, and comfortable set of poles. Ultra strong is an understatement. They've withstood a beating and they're still kicking!

Got new hiking poles to keep me moving with a bad knee. Keeps some weight off the knee and good upper body work.

Hands down the best set of poles I've ever used. I bought a second pair to give to my son, and he's using it all throughout his stay in Colorado. This is one happy family!

I recently visited Hawaii, and used them for a quick hike up KoKo Crater. These poles rocked! I'll be taking them with me next month to Peru. I know they'll be perfect.