How exactly do folding walking sticks work?
Whether hiking, mountaineering, or ski touring: folding walking sticks or trekking folding sticks give you maximum safety on all your paths. They are an indispensable companion on your tour and belong to the basic equipment for every trail.
Uphill, downhill, and even in rough terrain, with folding walking sticks you always have the edge. The ultra-light sticks
- guarantee you the best stability and surefootedness
- relieve your joints, muscles & hips
- give you a boost so you don’t stand there like a deer caught in the headlights.
Trekking folding sticks are folding walking sticks that impress with their light weight and small packed size.
The segments of the folding walking sticks are connected inside by a sturdy cord and can be fastened with a few simple moves and a push button.
The ergonomic cork handle is easy to attach and can also be removed if needed. After use, they simply fold back together and can be stored space-saving in any hiking backpack.
What advantages do folding walking sticks have over conventional trekking poles?
Folding walking sticks guarantee you absolute freedom. When you need your stick, it is ready to use in no time. Thanks to the extremely small packed size (35 × 10 cm), folding walking sticks can also be stored space-saving in your backpack at any time. This way, you are well prepared for small and big adventures.
What should I pay attention to when buying folding walking sticks?
As with everything in life, there are big differences in trekking folding sticks. You can be sure: at Alpin Loacker, quality is paramount. That is why our walking sticks are both foldable AND sturdy. If you are looking for an ideal companion for all (life) situations, folding walking sticks from Alpin Loacker are always a good choice.
1. The weight of the folding walking sticks
Good sticks must not only provide support but also be easy to handle. Low own weight forms the basis. Because honestly, how should a folding walking stick support you if it is as heavy as lead?
That is why we rely exclusively on carbon and aluminium.
- Our folding & light walking sticks made of aluminium weigh just 291 g per trekking stick.
- The light carbon folding walking sticks are foldable and weigh only 230 g per stick – an ultra-lightweight for your hiking tours.
2. The handle material of the folding walking sticks
To ensure folding walking sticks always deliver good performance, you should definitely keep an eye on the handle when buying. Our folding walking sticks are all equipped with an ergonomically shaped cork handle. This natural material provides optimal grip all year round and guarantees sweat-free hands.
Thanks to the cork handles, you also don’t have to worry about blisters and calluses. This sustainable natural product is extremely breathable and gentle on the skin.
3. The tips of the folding walking sticks
On your tours, the paths are usually as varied as life itself:
- Asphalt,
- mud,
- scree
- and even snow are no longer a problem thanks to the included tips.
The non-slip rubber pads guarantee you maximum cushioning and perfect grip in all weather. Even on snow and ice, you can use your folding sticks for hiking. Because snow baskets are even included in the delivery.
All pole baskets from Alpin Loacker are made of vulcanised rubber and are extremely wear-resistant and durable.
Can our folding walking sticks be adjusted to body height?
Yes! Our walking sticks are foldable and individually adjustable. At Alpin Loacker, you will find two sizes (standard and short) so that your body height matches the walking stick. The clever part: each stick can be adjusted easily so that you achieve an optimal angle of 90 degrees.
How long are the folding walking sticks from Alpin Loacker when folded?
Our folding walking sticks can be stored space-saving. When folded, the sticks are only 35 cm long and thus fit into any backpack.
What material is the folding walking stick made of?
At Alpin Loacker, there are suitable sticks for every tour. You will find folding walking sticks made of carbon and aircraft aluminium. 3K carbon is ultra-light and at the same time sturdy.
Carbon walking sticks are foldable and offer you maximum vibration protection. If you value lightness & stiffness, our carbon folding walking sticks are just right for you.
Are the folding walking sticks from Alpin Loacker equipped with straps?
Yes, all our folding walking sticks come with hand straps. Only in this way can we guarantee you maximum safety and optimal handling. After all, hand straps not only secure but also have an important function for optimal hand position and power transmission.
Are the folding walking sticks also suitable for the city?
Thanks to the included tips, our folding walking sticks are also excellent for a trail through the city. To avoid injuring anyone on buses and trains, you can fold your sticks compactly when needed.
Our Alpin Loacker folding walking sticks – including accessories
All our hiking poles come with a free bag – so you can easily carry the folding mountain walking stick anywhere. This keeps your hiking backpack clean and your accessories neatly packed together. The trekking poles also come with
- snow baskets
- mud baskets
- asphalt tip
- Nordic walking tip
Whether folding Nordic walking stick, ski touring stick, or trekking stick – with Alpin Loacker you will safely reach every mountain and come down gently on your joints.
What accessories do I need for hiking?
To keep warm, you need the right outdoor clothing and also a hiking backpack in which you can store your hiking gear and outdoor accessories.