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LEKI Wanderfreund Antishock Trekking Pole - 1 Pole
I have had a pair of Leki Trekking poles for some years. The...
By Claudine Fall
Ranked #388 - Trekking Poles
August 30, 2010
I have had a pair of Leki Trekking poles for some years. The handle is a typical vertical cork grip. Now I am having trouble with my knee and need a pole with a cane type grip. First: Is it possible to replace my existing grip and put on a cane type?
Second: How did the Wanderfreund Pole work for you? Is the handle as comfortable as cork?
Thanks for your help. Claudine
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By David Platt
Ranked #252 - Trekking Poles
September 6, 2010
I just bought a pair of these for my dad who is disabled but does a lot of walking and is doing a little more trail walking (not quite hiking). The grip is very ergonomic and is super stable when used as a cane. The range of extension is great because he can also make it tall enough to use like a trekking pole holding on on the vertical part of the grip. Not sure this would work for everyone - he is 5'5". Using them as a pair is very stable and has allowed him to venture into more uneven terrain. The rubber tip is nice to have as they can by used inside, sidewalks, etc and then easily switched to the tip for more natural terrain. I'm not sure about replacing the existing grip...
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- 7075 Aluminum
- Grip Material:
- Multimed COR-TEC
- Tip Material:
- Carbide
- Extendable Range:
- [Collapsed] 75cm; [Usable] 75-135cm
- Locking Mechanism:
- Super Lock System
- Shock Absorber:
- Yes
- Replaceable Baskets:
- Basket-compatible
- Baskets:
- Rubber tip
- Replaceable Tips:
- Yes
- Protective Rubber Tips:
- 1 Included
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, walking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- [Shaft] lifetime
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