Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- Snow Baskets
- Tip Protectors
- Trekking Poles
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Step 1
Shop at a large, reputable outdoor gear store - a place where the sales staff is likely to be knowledgeable and helpful, and one that has a reasonable guarantee and return policy.
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Step 2
Expect to spend anywhere from $60 to over $100 on quality trekking poles.
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Step 3
Look for poles that feature shock-absorption. They're more expensive but easier on the wrists.
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Step 4
Look for adjustability: Pole length should adjust easily so that you can shorten or lengthen the poles according to terrain, and so that people of different heights can use them.
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Step 5
Determine that the poles come with snow baskets if the recipient will be using them for snowshoeing or telemarking.
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Step 6
Make sure the poles are returnable or exchangeable in case adjustments need to be made.
