Quality trekking poles take pressure and pounding off knees, joints and feet, good for preventative means or when pain strikes in those areas. An extra set of legs can help avoid injury when traversing logs, hiking down screen slopes or crossing rivers. The two priorities in choosing trekking poles is weight and functionality. The highly recommended Leki poles confront those priorities head-on. The Ti Air Ergo PA As is their latest and lightest offering.

A high performance, lightweight and comfortable trekking pole made from an aluminum/titanium mix. Leki's ELS (easy locking system) greatly reduces pole collapses. Its Positive Angle Grip minimizes wrist stress. The SAS Antishock System helps spare joints on downhills and provides a little lift on uphills.

• Air Ergo Long Grip extends 8-inches down the shaft giving you a padded grip option if the route steepens for short sections
• Positive-angle grips tilt forward at an ergonimically correct 15 degree angle
• Provides an extra pair of legs when crossing streams or balancing on rocks or trees
• 3 year warranty
• Weight: 18.5 oz/525g (pair)
• Retail: $145.95 (pair)

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