This is my first set of trekking poles. I picked them up for my wife and I as we do a lot of walking. Much of the time we're on pavement, but we often do power walks on the beach and want to do more hiking off-road as well. The stylish Tiger Paw 7075 Trekking Poles seem like the perfect fit. This offering from Mons Peak IX is impressive right out of the box. They ship fully compacted and attached via two plastic clips that you can use to store them together. No carry case or bag is included, but that's not a deal breaker. They fit easily in a vehicle's trunk or in mid-sized luggage. I found their aluminum construction to be very lightweight yet with enough heft that they are comfortable to use. Height is adjusted using two lever-locks and easily hand-tighted nuts. Tighten the nuts just enough so that it isn't too hard to snap the lever in place and they stay put when locked even after a long walk. The proper height is where your elbow is a 90˚ angle when holding the grip. Said grip is ergonomically contoured and made from ultra absorbent cork that stays grippy and dry feeling even when my hand sweats in the humid South Florida summer heat. The integrated strap is adjustable and provides confidence that you won't drop your pole accidentally. Also, having them in hand feels as though they lend to wider strides and thus enhances the workout experience. The metal spikes on the ends are covered by a removable rubber nibs for flat surface trekking. I wonder how long these will hold up, but so far wear is minimal. They come with "baskets" for snow or sand which I'll definitely be using for beach power walks. There are no instructions for how to adjust the poles and straps or to install the baskets, but it is fairly easy to figure out. There are numbers on the poles for height adjustment, but I guess you need to do some research if you want to use them. I didn't need to. In summation, these poles are purpose built and look the part. They command respect from others on the trail, and can be handy when encountering unfriendly wildlife (or persons with bad intentions). My wife was bitten by a dog while out for a walk once, and wishes she had the Tiger Paw in that instance. It also isn't uncommon for alligators, coyotes, and snakes to share the pathways in our areas. The 7505 is added insurance in case of such encounters. I would only suggest using them in defense as a last resort however -- it is better to give such creatures wide berth if possible. Despite their light weight and adjustable nature, the Mons Peak IX Tiger Paw 7075 Trekking Poles are solidly constructed tools for hiking. If you're hoofing it over long distance and uneven terrain, they can be lifesavers. ~ Kort

continued from prior.... These poles are sturdy and take the weight (such as a pack) very well and remain stable and did a bit better with dicey surfaces than my REI poles. Since my older poles tip has worn down with usage, my only question is whether the tip(s) can be replaced if lost or have lost their ability to grip surfaces, I haven't contacted the company yet to find out. I can see the rubber one possibly getting hammered sooner than the others and this is the tip I happen to use most often locally. That might be a concern if for you if you plan on using the poles often or will endure challenging terrain on a regular basis. Otherwise, I'm very happy about the quality of the Tiger Paw poles, they are a natural part of my journeys with Nature. I highly recommend borrowing some poles before purchasing if you can if you've never used them before, they take some getting used to regardless of the brand. I find I always get a better workout and engage my upper body more when I'm out, which is an added benefit to using trekking poles. Highly recommended.

Really great

Walking on urban trails

HAVING YOUR POLES WITH YOU, IS A PRIORITY AND THESE MAKE IT EASY Bad knees and hiking mean, you look like a 4-legged animal going up and especially down a mountain path. Also if your balance is not great, these work for that stream crossover that’s a bit tricky. Having had poles that adjusted in the past, I found they could be tricky and you didn’t want to adjust them often. The adjustment range would be degraded. These have the same type of adjustment that the camera tripods have and is easy to change and solid. There is also a means of easily tightening the clasp in case it slips. I store these in my car for the random hike. I had tried to do that with my other poles, that don’t adjust easily, or the one that does not adjust at all and it was like travelling with a spear. Never found a good spot, so they ended up out of the car and were never around when I needed them. When you have an SUV (like a lot of hikers do), trunk space is limited. I was always worried we would toss something in the back and bend one of my poles. ABOUT THESE POLES You get: **** 2 adjustable poles **** Sand traps, threaded on **** Snow traps, threaded on **** Rubber tips, pressed on **** Pointed ends (part of the pole) **** Nylon straps (adjustable) **** Clips to hold poles together for storage (2) GRIPS They have molded cork grips with nylon strap adjustments. Having already been spoiled by this type of grip, it is nice and holds well for sweaty hands. Let’s face it hike = sweat. And once you have dropped a pole down an incline, you learn how to rely on the straps. BOTTOMS You have some choices: Pointy end or rubber caps Sand or snow trap You can combine them as you see fit. I tend to go with rubber ends and sand traps. My only concern with the rubber ends, is pulling them off and losing them. Wish they were threaded on. I can recall on some hikes in the Adirondacks where the tip of my poles would get wedged between rocks going downhill. These would just pull off. ADJUSTMENT You have two levels and markings on both, so you can repeat them. This comes in handy if you shorten up the poles for storage like I do or if more than one person uses them. The adjustments are like a tripod clasp with a large nut knurled for tightening. I’ve learned, you tighten the knurled nut when the clasp is open for best tightness. You then test your weight on it, before you depend on it. If you put both adjustments to the 39”/100cm mark, the top of your grip is at 39”/100cm. And similar for the other measurements SUMMARY These are nice solid easily adjusted poles. I heard other reviewers complain about weight. As I am not a through packer or even backpacker, they are fine for my purposes for day hikes. The only complaint I have is: I wish I had a bag to store them, so I can be sure not to lose pieces. Also I wish the rubber tips were threaded on, as I’m certain to lose one. I even had one come off in the car.

I got these through the Amazon Vine program to review. These are amazing trekking poles, I used them on a recent hiking trip and they worked great. They are a bit heavier than the Black Diamond Z-Z poles I normally use but I love that they are adjustable in size. They can be configured to have the spike bottom, basket bottom, or rubber foot. Very nice that they snap together for easy carrying. I also really loved the cork hand grips. They are very easy to adjust the height and have markers on the poles so you can easily adjust to the same height again. This was great because both my husband and son could use these poles with a quick height adjustment. Overall these are really nice trekking poles. They are great if a lot of people could be using the same set of poles. They aren't awesome if you are really budgeting for weight or space. If you are looking for something really lightweight that is sized for just one person I would spend a bit more money and get the

There are no instructions, so I will say this: the height should be set at where your hand in the cork holder makes your arm form a 90 degree L, not a v ,but where your fore arm is parallel to the ground. I'm the sort of person who marks them for an easy way to tell each time the right length. These are very sturdy and fairly light weight, I thought at first they were a bit heavy, but separated they are pretty light. They have an attractive high tech look. The flip locks are easy, but be sure and tighten the finger bolts on the back of the lock. They are easy to tighten. There are numbers to help with the height, but I didn't need them, I just set them for my arm height. Not sure how to use the numbers as there was no instructions. The cork handles are comfortable and a good grip with sweaty hands and the straps are a plus. You can switch off the rubber tips and sand baskets (the little round disk over the end) easily for the ski pole baskets, under the rubber tips is a pointy tip for the snow. The rubber tip seems pretty rugged and will last for awhile, although I don't know, some people walk with these all the time, it will definitely shorten the life of the rubber tip, I only use them for situations where balance may be an issue, like crossing a creek or something. This is of course personal preference and dependant on balance issues. My only wish is, instructions for people who've never used trek poles and a small bag to store the baskets and tips when not in use. I like the poles and I recommend them

I got these through the Amazon Vine program to review. These are amazing trekking poles, I used them on a recent hiking trip and they worked great. They are a bit heavier than the Black Diamond Z-Z poles I normally use but I love that they are adjustable in size. They can be configured to have the spike bottom, basket bottom, or rubber foot. Very nice that they snap together for easy carrying. I also really loved the cork hand grips. They are very easy to adjust the height and have markers on the poles so you can easily adjust to the same height again. This was great because both my husband and son could use these poles with a quick height adjustment. Overall these are really nice trekking poles. They are great if a lot of people could be using the same set of poles. They aren't awesome if you are really budgeting for weight or space. If you are looking for something really lightweight that is sized for just one person I would spend a bit more money and get the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Z-Poles, 110. Pros: - Adjustable height - Easy to adjust - Versatile (spike, basket, and rubber ends) - Love the cork grips - Poles snap together for storage Cons: - Heavier than my Black Diamond Z-Z Poles - Bulkier than Z-Z poles - No place to store basket ends, will probably get lost - No carrying or storage bag included.

These are good quality trekking poles. They have two extension pieces, both of which have markings so you can always set them to the same height. They have hand straps that are easy to tighten, and cork-like material for grips, which is very comfortable. You can leave the rubber tips on or remove them if you need to "dig in" a bit." Overall, I'm very pleased with these.

You will love these. Quality screams out visually and texture. Very lightweight and extremely well-made. Feels great in the hand.

These poles have the build quality and sturdiness that I would expect for this price point. They are extremely light for non-carbon-fiber poles, and the metal adjustment levers are strong and durable. Adjustable poles will never be as sturdy as fixed-height poles, but thee levers clamp down very tightly, giving as solid a lock as I think it's reasonable to expect for this style. The cork handles are comfortable, and the shafts have just the right amount of spring to them. The included snow discs screw in easily (remove the rubber tips and unscrew the guards first), but - living in the Deep South - I have no way to evaluate their effectiveness. The rubber feet and the spikes they cover, however, are perfectly suited for most hiking situations. In general, build quality, weight and durability all seem consistent with the price point. I'll update this review if time proves otherwise.

One of the best walking sticks I've used and they included many of the things that I wouldn't have expected but glad they did. the height measurements on the bottom allow for you always being able to re-establish the height so that you may be more willing to fold them down for storage. The handles are comfortable cork and the straps are adjustable. The legs expand by way of snap lock latches and the bottoms can be flat rubber or pointed steel. These are better than a "cane" in so many ways so if you know someone that needs assistance walking, these could be a help but certainly not a crutch replacement.

Bottom line: Great poles, do not fit in small roller board carry on suitcase The Mons Peak IX Tiger Paw 7075 Trekking Poles for Hiking, Trekking, Walking, Snowshoeing really are pretty much everything you would want in hiking poles. They are light weight (although some are lighter), sturdy, can support full body weight, adjustable, can be modified for other surfaces (snow, etc) and very comfortable to use. I use mine pretty regularly now both for hikes, as well as additional support as a cane when I have back or foot pain. My only complaint is that they are just a few inches too long to fit in a standard small roller board carry on suitcase for use in air travel. I had planned on taking them on a trip, but that little fact made me decide against taking them as I did not want to take a larger suitcase. They do fit well in my backpack and in larger suitcases. Very minor inconvenience, so no stars removed, but worth noting.

These are the first hiking/trekking poles I've owned (as opposed to borrowing someone elses). I just love these. These are a four season pole that can go from walking/hiking in the fall/spring/summer to snowshoeing, hiking/trekking in the winter. They are light weight and collapse easily. They also weigh only about 18 ounces which makes them perfect to bring on trips. They fit easily in my larger suitcase (check) and I was able to squeeze them into a carryon by putting them in diagonally--although I'm not sure they'd pass a TSA inspection as they may feel they are a weapon. As you age your balance often becomes a bit more precarious and these are great for crossing a rocky stream or creek bed as well as providing extra support going up a hill etc. The natural cork handles are comfortable help eliminate "grip fatigue." Just a really nice all weather hiking pole.

I have been using trekking poles by REI (a favorite place to shop) for hiking and mountain trekking and have loved them so far. The Traverse power lock poles are the ones I've been using if you are familiar with them. This set of poles is very similar in design and also has cork grips (my preference). The cork grip works well for me either with or without gloves and is extremely comfortable over the long haul. They resist sweaty slippery palms better than other types of material. These poles are a bit more versatile to me in that they feel more sturdy and can take my weight better than the REI poles. The markers are very convenient, which allow other family members to adjust them when needed and worked well when we switched off to test these poles on some excursions as well as with situations where I needed to collapse my poles such as caving and spelunking in tight spots or rock scrambling over creeks. continued....