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Tuesday, November 15, 2005
Leki Makalu Ultralight Walking Pole Test
When I was out last weekend I forgot my walking pole. I've got dodgy knees and like to have it as an extra support for coming downhill. I used to use 2 but that was a little too much commitment, so settled on using a single walking pole when I go out.
I've got one of the Highlander Hillwalker 3 walking poles that we sell in the shop. Anyway, I forgot to take mine on Sunday, so borrowed a Leki Makalu ultralight from my friend. I'm happy to confirm it worked great, felt good in my hand and I had no trouble with my knees. What surprised me though was that the Leki Makalu is a 30 quid pole whilst my Highlander pole sells at 14 pounds. There was no apparent difference in them. Both have comfortable rubber grips, a good wrist strap and apparently the same locking mechanism. Because both eschew the anti-shock devices so they are both light. I don't doubt that the Leki is probably a few grams lighter, but it wasn't enough for me to tell. It's nice to be able to do comparisons like this from time to time, and especially nice when I find our walking poles are just as good as the market leading Leki, but half the price. Posted by bigcrags @
11:42 AM
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