Poles

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Permalink Reply by Jeelan on June 30, 2010 at 12:56pm

hi Linda

yes they do take some getting used to. I think trekking poles hv their place in some terrain but are not so suited for other terrains...

I find they are great on well maintained tracks and trails, but once you're on broken ground ie river beds or morraine or when you've got some steep ascents etc, they can be more of a hindrance and sometimes downright dangerous...

That being said the Leki Makalus are great poles so enjoy them and enjoy your trip...

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Permalink Reply by Jeremy Beauglehole on July 5, 2010 at 9:02am

Did you end up getting any yet?

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Permalink Reply by Trailtalk Admin on July 5, 2010 at 9:16am

Hi Jeremy, Yes - I got a pair of Leki Makalu. Haven't had a chance to try them out yet though! Linda

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Permalink Reply by David Woodworth on July 10, 2010 at 5:04pm

Linda,

I'm not fond of trekking poles , I prefer a lightweight strong bamboo staff. However you can get cheap telescopic poles from an importer in The Fremantle Markets( He also does cheap LED lights. His stall is near the UGG boots stall). They look and feel just as good as all the expensive ones available

David

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Permalink Reply by Linda Daniels on July 12, 2010 at 10:05am

Thanks David. I've used a wooden stick for years - but as I'm going o/seas wanted something that could be packed easily. I've bought a pair now but will check out the markets next time in Freo - thanks for the tip!
cheers, Linda

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Permalink Reply by Deb on August 15, 2010 at 5:56pm

Hi

Does anyone know where a walking pole can be repaired . I have one that will not collapse /telepscope other one oK . They came from overseas so cannot take to place of pruchase.

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Permalink Reply by Ralph Ditton on August 15, 2010 at 7:32pm

Deb,
Email the manufacturerand ask if they have an agent here who can carry out repairs.
If they do not then you will have to ship them back to the US for repairs. Are they covered by warranty?

Ralph

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