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Baskets are accessories that are circular in shape and are attached to the top part of the hiking pole. These are used on muddy or snowy surfaces or soft surfaces to prevent your hiking pole from sinking too deep inside the earth. These are useful as they provide you additional stability by digging into the soil in instances where you would feel danger from slipping. Foam: soft and easy to add to poles with extended grips. Can get squishy in the wet, and cheaper foam tends not to be very durable. One of the scariest and most dangerous things about hiking is the risk of running into wild animals during the hike. You can also use your hiking pole to scare off dangerous animals. So, you need to stay vigilant and be aware of your surroundings where there is a high risk of animal encounters. Rubber Tips fit over the carbide tip of the trekking pole and act as a protector. By using the correct rubber tip, they will fit on securely and won't come of easily.Rubber tips are known for their versatility and provide the hiker with that all important extra grip & stability on slippery terrain.

On the downside, rubber feet are not meant for extreme heat or cold temperatures due to their construction material. Also, they are good if you are a beginner and walk on normal gradient trails. However, avoid using them for high ascents and steep climbs in which the normal rubber tips fare better. Baskets

Carbide Tips

These tips are universally made out of hardened vulcanized rubber that provides extra grip and a way longer life. Although they are only recommended for pavement and indoor use they work really well on all surfaces. You lose a little bit of stability on dirt/mud, but the difference is negligible. Spiked and Studded Tips Carbide tips have been developed with one thing in mind: durability. Carbide tips are best suited if someone is looking for a long-term investment. Carbide tips provide excellent mobility and grip while being used on most surfaces that trekkers and hikers use. These tips are great for off-road use as they will provide you with a firm grip and balance. Hiking is more enjoyable if you can maintain a smooth pace or rhythm. Hiking poles help you achieve this rhythm by allowing you to sustain your pace for extended durations. Using hiking poles helps you walk faster and get into a repetitive motion that can be therapeutic.

Almost every single trekking pole on the market comes with hardened steel/carbide tips(cheap poles might not). Steel tips are great for all around use. They provide lots of traction in mud, gravel, ice, snow, etc. Your tips will wear down eventually, and they can be replaced(it’s a pain). Steel tips do have a few downsides. They are a pain to replace, wear down on hard surfaces, and make a lot of noise. On the other hand, rubber tips offer more traction on hard surfaces, but you sacrificing traction on soft ground. Boot tips offer all the benefits of traditional ribber tips with the added cushion and propulsion of a rounded rubber tip. They will wear out faster than traditional models, but the benefits far outweigh the reduced life expectancy. Not all of our products are eligible for VAT relief, so we are obliged to charge VAT for those products even after you complete this form.If you’re wondering whether or not you should invest in a hiking pole, I have put together a few reasons you should absolutely make this investment! Read on to find out! Hiking Poles Provide and Reduce Stress on the Knees and Joints Materials: Poles can be made from wood, steel, aluminium, fibreglass or carbon fibre. Most basic ones are aluminium, which provides a good balance of weight, strength, durability and cost. Higher end poles are now available in carbon fibre and similar materials. These can be lighter (or stronger for a given weight), but tend to cost more, so are aimed at those doing more demanding activities. Got a new pair of trekking poles and not sure what tips to use? Don’t worry. In this article, I will show the different types of trekking pole tips and their intended uses. While there are no strict rules when it comes to using trekking pole tips, knowing how and when to use these tips will allow you to hike safely in all 4 seasons on a variety of surfaces. In this post, I will go over the benefits of hiking poles, the different types of hiking pole tips available in the market, their utility, and which one is best for you. If you mainly want one for the looks and practicality or weight are not the main considerations, a wooden walking staff is a traditional favourite, from a shepherds crook to gentleman's cane. You will even find different styles of walking staffs from different parts of the country.

If you’re trying to protect your pole tips, while reducing noise rubber tips are the way to go. They can be replaced in seconds and significantly cut down on the ware and tear of your poles. Why Use Rubber Trekking Pole Tips? That perfectly describes the standard cheap rubber trekking pole tip. They protect your pole tips, provide traction on hard surfaces, and protect the trail, but they don’t really stand out in one particular area. When you bring a new hiking pole to a hike, you might have trouble deciding which pole tips to use. With our guide, you’ll be able to overcome this problem. Moving faster on trails or even pavement might normally compromise your balance if you are using carbide tips or even standard rubber tips. These tips will negate that problem and help you stay on your feet and cover ground faster.Important Note: It does NOT include a frail elderly person who is otherwise able-bodied or any person who is only temporarily disabled or incapacitated, such as with a broken limb. Even if you are remarkably fit, going uphill does slow you down. However, when you use hiking poles to distribute the load between your arms and legs, you can stay active longer without slowing down. Come in Handy for Protection Against Wild Animals If you fail to return any VAT exemption forms to us we WILL charge your card for the outstanding VAT. You get the traction of steel in dirt/mud without sacrificing on hard surfaces. These tips really do offer the best of both worlds(wish they were cheaper). Another added bonus is they seriously cut down on noise. These tips would suffice for most users as they don’t have to deal with extreme climates during their hikes. They are also easily available, making them easy to find at the right price. However, if you are going on a desert or glacial treks, avoid these tips since the surface may be hotter or colder than the air temperature, which can cause wear-out and breakage. Carbide Tips