Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z Z-Poles Trekking Poles - Lightweight Carbon Fiber Hiking Sticks for Men & Women - Perfect for Backpacking, Mountaineering and Trail Running

These were initially purchased to assist my walking until post spinal decompression surgery. I’ve been putting off buying trekking poles for years because, frankly, I like gear that lasts, and that necessitates buying expensive stuff. My breaking point was the high pain level when walking even across the room. I’m looking forward to soon use these for hiking. In the meantime, they’ve seen a couple hundred miles over the past few months. I did add a pair of Leki Rubber Tips because the stock plastic ones are very slick on solid surfaces. Those have been very nice in that they reduce shocks felt in the hands and wrists. I’ll likely remove them in favor of the tungsten tips that remain on underneath the rubber caps.