Hiking poles

Hiking poles offer enhanced safety, speed and performance. Check out the Snowleader range to find your perfect poles.

Choosing the right hiking poles according to your activities and environment

Designed to suit your level and walking habits, hiking poles will quickly become a vital part of your equipment. They help you overcome obstacles. They reduce the strain on your joints, especially your knees. They keep you stable and balanced on the most difficult terrain. They increase your speed and performance. And, most importantly, they can save your life by testing the strength of a wooden bridge or probing the depth of the snow.

Hiking pole characteristics

Hiking poles are available in different sizes, weights and materials (aluminium and carbon being the lightest) with different adjustment systems.

They are also categorised according to the number of sections and how quickly they can be folded and stored.

Finally, they include a range of accessories: handles, wrist straps and tips. When choosing poles, you should consider their resistance to wear and ease of handling as well as their aesthetic.