I tested 30 different pairs in order to determine the best trekking poles in existence (25 at time of filming). I measured deflection by hanging weights off of them to infer strength. This video explains my findings. See more in our complete guides to the best trekking poles:
Here are the 7 best poles:
Best Buy: CMT Ultralight
Best Overall: Durston Iceline
Strongest: BD Alpine Carbon Cork:
Top Pick: Gossamer Gear LT5:
Top Pick: Komperdell Carbon Ultra Zero:
Top Pick: Leki Black Series FX:
Top Pick: Leki UltraTrail FX.One:
thank you for the website link in addition to the video! new subscriber!
incredible video! thanks!
You listed Black Diamond Distance FLZ twice in your final chart. I’m assuming one is carbon and the other aluminum? Please clarify which is the higher rated one.
OK, I am a Durston Lover and was given a set of icelines for Father’s Day – and promptly snapped one. What would you recommend as the best one or two ALUMINUM poles?
Pretty happy with my BD alpine carbons I snagged from REI resupply for $57