Poles are a matter of personal taste, some people don’t hill walk without them, others prefer not to add an extra bit of kit to their pack. This article looks at some of the benefits and how to use ...

I tested 9 different pairs of trekking poles in the mountains of Colorado to find the very best. Only 2 are worth your money.

Whether on a trail or a sidewalk, poles help you safely go farther, faster and engage your upper body. Here’s how to reap the benefits. By Amanda Loudin Ashley Hawke was originally a skeptic of ...

Ever heard of Nordic walking? It’s a technique that uses poles to drive you along as you walk. It looks a bit like skiing but you don’t need any snow! In fact, Nordic walking first gained popularity ...