Match the corresponding number to your height and lock the pole at the correct marks on the pole ruler. These numbers are just suggestions, but the most important part is to make sure your elbow is at a degree angle. Generally speaking, walking poles should be the height from the top of your palm when your arm is down by your side with your forearm held out in front of you at 90 degrees to your body. If you have particularly long legs for your height you may find the height from the tip of your upturned thumb more comfortable and better matched to the length of your stride.
Those with shorter legs might like to use the height from the bottom of your palm more suited. If you want to know the exact height your trekking poles should be, then you will have to do a little bit of math. Your optimum pole length. Alpine Skiing.
Cross Trail. Nordic Walking. We will examine three methods for setting your initial pole height. One will give you a table that you will use based on your height, the second is a practical method where you size your poles based on your arm position and lastly, a mathematical formula that will give you a precise measure in centimeters.
Simply look up your height and get the corresponding hiking pole length to the right. You can start with this setting and then adjust for preference. For example if you are six feet tall, the table recommends that you start with your poles adjusted to centimeters or 49 inches.
This method requires you to have your hiking poles available. You begin by loosening the adjustment points. Stand on a level surface with the trekking pole handle in your hand.
Stand up straight, and relax your shoulders, then bend your elbow exactly 90 degrees as seen below. Lock your poles adjustments and then take note of the length. This is your pole setting for normal hiking, walking and backpacking. If you plan to use your poles in snow or soft mud, then you need to modify this approach slightly.
Personal preference is of course important when choosing the correct length - what is too long for some, is perfect for the more experienced. The rules of thumb mentioned above give you some approximate guidelines, if in doubt, nothing beats trying it for yourself!
Walking poles aka trekking poles or hiking poles should help you to keep your balance and take the strain off your knees on the ascent and descent. But in exposed situations or during difficult river crossings poles quickly become indispensable safety equipment. Using telescopic poles gives you many advantages overall, including the ability to adjust the length to the route profile quickly on the go, or to pack the poles away small and store them in a backpack when necessary.
On long trips, routes are often flat or only slightly uneven, but for Alpine trekking tours, take a look at the next section.
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