by nihkon » Sun Sep 30, 2007 1:05 am
I picked up a set on Ebay for about $30 shipped. The brand name on them is "Hammers." I've been using them for about 6 months now and I have no complaints. They are pretty sturdy and they have never collapsed on me. The handle is rubberized and can get a bit uncomfortable when you start to get sweaty.
I also have a Canon monopod for my camera. I've taken that on a couple hikes and it's actually way more sturdy than the trekking poles!
Both the trekking poles and the monopod are pretty light.