Trekking poles are one of those things that after you use them the once you probably won’t go back, not only do they give you extra balance on uneven terrain, they help you get into a good walking rhythm, reduce impact on your joints and make you look like an outdoor pro when you use them to point things out. The Micro Vario Carbon Strong Trekking Poles from Leki have a great strength to weight ratio thanks to the 100% carbon fibre and HTS 6.5 aluminium bottom section construction, they are well suited for taller users and ski/snowshoe touring use. Updated for 2019, these poles come with high-quality carbon fibre tubing, a folding design for compact transport and SpeedLock 2 length adjustment for perfect sizing in seconds. The Strong feature larger diameter shafts than the regular Micro Vario range, the bottom section is constructed from aluminium, for better durability under a bending force and provides better resistance against scratching from skis or snowshoes.

The sections are longer which means users over 6ft or situations in deep snow are made comfortable, they are also supplied with snow baskets for ski touring use, they weigh 580g per pair, with a useable length of 120 - 140cm (suitable for users up to around 5'6" - 6'6" for walking use) and have a collapsed length of just 37cm. The Strong are suitable for a wide range of terrains other than very cold environments, due to the carbide Flex Tip, the edgeless Aergon grip and extended Thermo foam handle make it easy to find the perfect grip on a variety of gradients. They come with a mesh drawstring storage bag to stow away when not in use, they can be quickly assembled and disassemble via the Push-Button locking system. There is very little not to like about the Carbon Strong trekking poles; they are highly durable, versatile, suited for taller users, lightweight and pack down into a compact size to stow away in your backpack, oh and did I mention comfortable? Whether you are a pro with poles or a first timer, the Carbon Strong are an excellent choice to support you out and about in the great outdoors. RRP £165

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5 out of 5

Pros

Suitable for a wide range of terrains

Strong and durable

Quick and easy to extend

Appropriate for taller uses and deep snow conditions

Compact when packed down

Lightweight

Comfortable grip