How to use trekking poles LIKE A PRO! | Plus extra tips and tricks

Watch this before you use trekking poles for best results! I used to be so against using trekking poles until I learned how to use them correctly. While hiking I'd only use one pole for rough terrain, but now I've learned how to size and adjust, how to use the wrist straps and loops and when to use them, they help me crush bigger miles with less strain on my body and help me to hike further for longer.
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In this video I'll explain whether they're good or not, how to use them on flat ground, uphill and downhill, I'll show you which ones to buy and why, how to properly use the wrist straps and many more tips and tricks for getting to grips with your trekking poles.
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[@roberthennings]

Great info. The poles really improves the posture, straight back. I saw so many hunchbacks on my last hike. Everyone should learn the proper way to use them.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks RH! Yeah they’re really useful indeed. Thanks for watching!

[@roberthennings]

@@thetrailhunter4469 first I thought it was the worst spent 300 pounds ever and they are a hassle to fly with. Do you recommend getting cheap ones to start with or go straight for the expensive ones?

[@thetrailhunter4469]

@@roberthennings I'd always recommend starting off with a cheaper item of gear, but never the cheapest for safety and reliability.

[@gwoo4207]

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[@MurdockEx]

Thank you for the tips. Used trekking poles for the first time yesterday and I wasn't sure where I was supposed to be placing the ends. Spent most of that hike staring at the ground swearing I'd find a nice KZbin video when I returned home and here we are. I am now better prepared for the next hike and also thank you to all of the commenters sharing various tips for other situations where the poles come in handy and how to use them. Cheers.

[@andrewsealey2236]

I really like my poles. Carbon fibre with rubber grips. I was a doubter when seeing others used them until I relented and bought some to try. I have never gone back. I however keep the rubber caps on when trail walking. The reason for this is that from research that was done by the Federated Mountain Clubs New Zealand which showed that trekking with without caps did significantly more damage to the trail over time due to the point type impact. Using the caps distributed the force over a greater surface area. Keeping the trails maintained especially in the more isolated areas is a huge undertaking. Also reducing any impact to the soiis in ecologically sensitive areas has to be a plus. The less damage and inpact we have the better.

[@lemonlerd]

Tip for you.. when climbing hills try not overstriding, take much smaller steps and stay on your forefoot. Your Achilles will thank you for it and your legs will feel less tired after a long day with big elevation.

[@g.t.4961]

Best tip ever, do not overstride. Ever. Saw many injured people on the Camino de Santiago trails. I always tell everybody who needs advise.

[@user-qn7uj6bu9l]

I ve never used them,but i have a question. If used properly,do they help for tricep growth?(among other things)?

[@Daniel-Davies-Gonstead-Student]

​@@user-qn7uj6bu9l No.

[@mariabailey2195]

I have read that they do

[@STho205]

Thank you. I don't hike much, but my wife does. Her job now puts her opposed to her hiking crew, so I've been doing Appalachian short section hikes with her. I've always just walked, she uses a single wood staff. Was passed on a high rock ridge trail Saturday by two men that were making a solid bit of speed...both with cf poles. Those men had likely come from 8 miles away, uphill and were still very fresh. I will be considering those for next hike with her. Your advice was very clear and logic.

[@44ten]

Your first method of using the straps will give you the ability for the pole to stay between the thumb and forefinger without gripping the pole. That is, if the strap is tight enough. Going up hills, I mainly use my wrists and the strap tension without a tight hand grip (just use your fingers to guide the pole). I guess 25 years of cross country ski racing, you get a chance to work on the technique. You will notice your poles have a “R & L” right and left, the strap is stacked at the pole top so the main pressure is on hand/palm rather than the thumb. Happy hiking!

[@LeoDragon34]

Nice vid. I started using poles about two years ago, more for uphill stability, but came here looking for info about correct use for downhill. Very helpful, thanks!

[@colwem]

The proper strap position has another important benefit. If you need to grab something, like a tree or rock when scrambling, you can just release the pole and drops below and behind your wrist and completely out of the way. Then when done you just push your hand down and you’re back in the right position. With your method the pole and the strap get in the way a little. If you release the pole the strap stays in your palm, the pole doesn’t just automatically drop below and behind your wrist and you’re likely to just completely drop the pole. Likewise with the proper method it’s simple to place your hand on top of the pole when going downhill for the same reason. It looks like in your video you are actually taking your hands out of the strap to place them on top.

[@djlewis64]

This comment makes sense to me. Also, I tried the knuckle method, and the straps do not engage at all -- they are too long -- so they give no support. I think I will stick with the standard method. But generally excellent video -- thanks!

[@jupavero]

I absolutely agree. Besides, when going downhill most of the times you don't need to shift the position of your hand and the strap helps you not to have to grab the pole, but just let the tension distribute on the side of your palm.

[@benmarra425]

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[@NoMoreTears64]

I kind of liked the look of his method because I have bad arthritis in my thumb and wrist joints. Whatever works, right?

[@kathlos]

also the proper way helps not to break your thump by trying to hold on to it or being in the way when falling.

[@captainblacktoe1328]

Glad to see someone show the correct way to use the straps. I learned this many years ago when I started cross country skiing. I’ve tried to help others use this technique, but usually they revert to not using the straps correctly.

[@glasgowbrian1469]

I’m so grateful for your video, as I bought trekking poles thinking I had to learn Nordic walking. Now I know I don’t. I need them to reduce pressure on my damaged left knee, not to go faster or for longer. But to go up steep slopes, I need to use both poles together to push me up when my left leg is hurting. I’ve now got dual purpose handles that resemble a walking stick with a horizontal top, and I can put more pressure on it going downhill.

[@buttegowda]

Sir, This is the most practical video i have come cross on hiking properly using poles, specially hiking down hill. Thanks a million

[@StephenShaw-uf1nb]

Thanks for this. I'm 72 and have a very bad back, but my poles enable me to walk for three miles instead of 300 yards without having to stop (no kidding!) After going through several pairs of cheap poles (twist-lock, shock absorbers, rubber handles and other such nonsense!) I've settled on Black Diamond Trail poles and I think they're wonderful. I also have a folding pair of Black Diamond poles for putting in my hold bag when we go on holiday, and they're just as good. You get what you pay for! 😊

[@tranquility9325]

I have chronic pain and get fatigued easily. I've decided to try trekking poles for the first time. I didn't get the type that you have but I plan to invest in some similar to yours. This is very helpful bec I decided to learn how to use them the proper way before trying them out. I can't thank you enough for this valuable info! ❤️

[@mountain_del1863]

Good vid mate, you are spot on with that. I used to baulk at walking poles, now I can’t do without them. Atb👍 best wishes from Scotland

[@billyandrew]

Campsies first, then Cairngorms, then I woke up. 😂😂😂

[@AriKolbeinsson]

Liked and subbed. I found this quite helpful, particularly for help on how to use the straps. I was surprised at how big of a difference the poles made when I first got them around a year ago. The difference is even bigger when carrying a backpack uphill, the poles allow me either to raise the speed a lot or keep a steady speed and feel much less load. Well produced and informative.

[@olympiawashdrummer]

Used these for the 1st time. Went out on a hike and noticed a big difference. No lower back stiffness aches when compared to the same hike when I didn't use them. Definitely, a must for those with lower back soreness or stiffness.

[@janetfettig4233]

You M\made it look easy for this 81yr old! :) Thank You!

[@swnorcraft7971]

I'm 64, been using trekking poles for years. It boggles me to see all the hikers on you tube that don't know the proper use of this great hiking aid. I won't carry a pack without them. You pretty much nailed the way I use mine. A commenter had a good observation of the first method of strap use that you showed....about retaining the pole when grabbing something and also about holding the pole for downhill. I will look into that. Thanks for sharing.

[@jimmyparksproduction]

Great video! Appreciate that you were to the point and still were able to give all the info!

[@shirleydykes6525]

Thank you for the video. It's great for this beginner. And the comments from other hikers add value! Thanks to everyone!

[@GarGri]

The rubber tips are not there just to protect the tungsten tips!! They are also there so that when walking on tarmac and other hard surfaces you do not annoy everyone else with your click click noise as you move along. Also when transporting your sticks and backpack it stops your metal tips from taking someone's eye out! Well done for making the video and well done for watching. I see so many people walking along carrying their poles of having them stowed away in their backpacks. They are no good whatsoever there. They provide two additional contact points on the ground, if you trip, they will help keep you upright rather than falling on your knees and hands.

[@scottwilliamsakacowboy4691]

Thanks for this useful vid i started long distance walking and noticed my back and hips where really sore after about 3 miles in but I've persevered with it.I was told about these trekking poles so i brought a set for this coming weekend for a hike with the family hope these do the job thanks for the advice on how to use them 😀

[@theaccidentalhiker]

great vid, i absolutely loved having my poles with me, wouldnt have got up and down the elevations that i did and carrying the weight i was. especially handy for pitching an extra porch over my tent with a tarp.

[@djdm2603]

When i go steep uphill I plant both poles at the same time and push for 2 steps, lift on step 3 and repeat. This gives you a huge boost to powee compared to planring 1 at a time and it alternates which foot gets the stronger initial push with each cycle.

[@LifeIn30ss]

I love this! Truly helpful. Ready for my next hiking adventure 🥾

[@davidbernadine]

Great tips. I converted 10 years ago and my hip and knee problems have gone away. I totally agree that the clip lock system is far superior locking system than the twist lock system. I would never get a twist lock system again as they failed on several trips, especially after they got stuck in mud and I didn't realise they'd loosened slightly (enough to collapse them) when I pulled them out of the mud.

[@janhorton20]

I love them but loaned them to someone and they are opened at full length and I can’t adjust them back to what I wast. Can they be fixed?

[@johnlewis4301]

Excellent video. Walking the Macmillan Jurassic coast hike this year and found this extremely useful 👍

[@davidpinder4587]

A great help watching this video. Can't wait to see what difference my first trip with my poles makes on the hills. 👍

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks so much David. Glad you found it useful. More to come soon.

[@LelasMum]

Terrific. Thanks for this.

[@kellylecceardone5002]

Thank you for this information and for your trekking videos from Everest Base Camp. These are so helpful as I plan my next trek.

[@junkbox7588]

I was looking for a video on this subject for a newbie hiker and I couldn’t have put any better 👍

[@andrewd4890]

Useful tips and I was pleased to find you recommending the method I use, which I found the most natural while walking the Camino Frances in Spain. I occasionally use a different method on hills or steps but always come back to the method you showed. To me it is the most natural as your arms move in the same way for the most balanced walking, ie. in step with the opposite leg. Marching soldiers swing their arms in precisely this way. Try the opposite method and you feel awkward as it tends to twist the body right then left. Using a different cadence for the arms and legs also messes with your balance. Will try your recommended strap method. Can certainly confirm the extension of range with poles. Re height adjustment the poles I bought had a suggested setting depending on height of walker, but the end goal was a horizontal forearm and a right angle at the elbow. Thanks.

[@wasanthanimalkawettesinghe5628]

Short and sweet. Exceptional explanation

[@rachrysler4679]

Very helpful thanks! Hiking Alum Trail in Smoky mountains today, 1st × using trekking poles.

[@billyandrew]

How did it go?

[@user-db1vl6qd8o]

Just enormously helpful advice, Many thanks

[@trytheoutdoors]

Concise. Great job. Thank you.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Cheers Imran! Glad you found it useful. 🤙

[@JasonFerguson1283]

Great teaching!! Thank you!

[@davidwilliams3856]

I use them. My doctor recommended that i use them, as i have back problems. they have made a difference.

[@Zilvanas]

Great video. Thanks for the tips.

[@johnblackwell7717]

Outstanding demo, thank you :)

[@biglouie964]

This video covers everything I wanted to learn.

[@Kubakaiser]

Best tutorial, thank you.

[@suzannehedderly1331]

Great video. I don't do big hikes but I have a balance issue. I just recently realized these poles will likely help me a great deal on hikes/walks and wandering in the woods. I'm really excited about getting a pair. Could be a game changer for my wobbling and flailing for balance. 😂 I think they will reallly help! (Don't ever take normal balance for granted. One of those things you don't think about til you don't have it!) I'll use these tips for practice. Thanks!!

[@billyandrew]

Hope the poles went some way towards helping with your balance issues. Seems there's a few of us on here with the same problem. I've heard from one young lady on this thread and she's delighted at the difference they've made.

[@jasonmarkwhite655]

Great video couldn't be anymore informative

[@neonurseplus]

Thanks so much - this is a great video!

[@georgiarogers79]

Very informative thanks 👍🏻

[@firsh]

Your video inspired me to get black diamond alpine carbon cork (the newer ones are not white) as my first set of poles, am not disappointed! Thank you :) Hope I won't break them and they'll last a decade or two - with battle scars from the Tatras or Alps!

[@conniemunoz8046]

Thank you!! Great video!!

[@tomvonneefe4269]

Great informational video!

[@Mike-so5xj]

Great tips thank you

[@briangschaefer7048]

Brilliant video. Thank you.

[@lindahardy8713]

Thanks for a very well done & informative instructional video. I am almost 73 & a walker, not a hiker. But I bought my first set of poles for an upcoming 2 week “light hiking” trip to Colorado & Utah. Now to go practice!

[@billyandrew]

73 my a...a...ah, can't use that word on here, can I? 😂 You're wearing it exceedingly well, it has to be said. That aside, I'm curious to know how things progressed for you on your hike and following on from that? Any tips would be greatly appreciated by this newbie.

[@lindahardy8713]

@@billyandrew Thank you. Utah was fabulous! It went well, easy to use the poles. Biggest tip… always, ALWAYS, have the rubber tips with you for an unexpected change of terrain.

[@dawnwalker4965]

Thank you very helpful advice.

[@denisecook6075]

And don’t forget the benefits to your core strength😊 as well as posture. We walked the Thames Path with poles and even though pretty much flat felt great and fit by the end.

[@elizabethingram3800]

Very useful info, thank you. Am looking to buy new poles.

[@patfischer509]

Great info on the video. I have one slight suggestion: we hike in the Southwest US and on rocks. We use those rubber tips on rock (large rock or loose rock) because the poles then don't slide off the hard surfaces. All else is good, and I like the tips for adjusting length. I also like the workout for my arms added to the hike workout by using poles. Thanks!

[@MrLorenzobringheli]

lovely video!

[@user-iv2kh5bh6l]

Awesome! this video will help me how to use trekking poles:)

[@TheVenezolanahawaii]

Great video, very informative. I learned a lot, just got mine to use on El Camino de Santiago. Thank you

[@DecoD71]

I just bought a pair and this poped up when I got home 😂😂 cool vid thanks

[@hwren9845]

Really useful; thanks!

[@umeshfav]

Nice n clear video.

[@oystermouth1971]

Good info. I’ve got rubber handles - rather than buy new poles I just use cycling gloves which are great. Good tip on the ‘palm’ technique going downhill; will try that as my triceps are usually in agony after a big hill…

[@serosedserio6531]

Nice video. Thanks!

[@clareoreilly9873]

Thanks for the the video, very helpful indeed. I have never tried placing my hands on the top of the pole handle for downhill, I will try this today. I like the support poles offer on downhill sections and find they help me get in a good rhythm for uphill and flat.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks Clare! This whole thing with poles is really subjective and there’s a right and a wrong way for everyone it seems but this is the way it’s taught. Good luck and enjoy!

[@billyandrew]

I have to confess, my fear was the poles might not be able to bear my weight downhill and snap, causing me a mischief or sending me tumbling downhill and off some ill-fatedly placed precipice. 😂😂😂 I'm just under 9st, but fear has a way of feeding on itself at a disproportionate rate.

[@leeyaukeongtony9244]

good teaching about hiking pole. thank a lot.

[@martinjplant]

Very useful thank you. I just bought my first set of poles so stumbling across this video was very timely.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Hi Martin. Thanks for watching and glad you found the video useful. I honestly was so against them at first but now I really notice the difference. What poles did you go for?

[@martinjplant]

@@thetrailhunter4469 I went for the Black Diamond trails which seem like a good quality set for reasonable money (£57 on Amazon). They don't have cork handles but I won't be doing huge distances so hopefully be fine.

[@NoMoreTears64]

Great and informative video. Im new to the idea of hiking and looking for information as a senior who wants to get into it.

[@BK2ATL]

Greeat video, thank you! I'll definitely be using this technique, makes sense to save my knees.

[@valdestana]

very helpful, thank you

[@strators07]

Great guidance, thanks for sharing, have the alpine carbon Z poles on order hopefully they are about as durable as yours 👍

[@chrisbendall4215]

Awesome post thank you.

[@cathycoats8607]

Very helpful! My knees always bother me going down hill. Now I know how to properly use the trekking poles. Thank you!

[@billyandrew]

Have they helped?

[@KersenToetje]

@@billyandrew not the original commenter, but for me it has helped a lot. I used to get really sore shins and knees, with trekking poles I have no more issues.

[@valeriemartin5767]

Thank you, very informative, just got poles because of bad hip and am hoping to walk farther now 🙂

[@stevenews5910]

The best demo on propper use I have seen. Thank you. IMO every huker should have a pair with them and know how to use them regardless of their desire to use them. They are a vital part of one's safety equipment and may help save your life one day.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks Steve! Means a lot to hear. Happy trails.

[@TheAnactoria]

Great video. It's also worthy to mention that trekking poles are great for keeping your hands and fingers from swelling as they keep them elevated. I get huge sausage fingers without poles.

[@libermom7]

Thank you! Very helpful. Where I live, leaving the rubber tips on is absolutely necessary for several reasons. There is a lot of smooth slickrock, and putting your weight on a trekking pole stabbing into the rock will do nothing but make the tip of your pole slip out from under you. The rubber tip is necessary for good grip on the rock. Also, the sandstone slickrock is fragile and tips will leave ugly scratches on the rock formations. Please use rubber tips to protect the environment and your body while hiking in the southwest desert of the USA.

[@deeanna8448]

Thank you. I think this will help me. I'm 46 and out of shape,. I recently went on a trip with friends to the Pacific Northwest, and didn't realize we'd be hiking so much. I overdid it and killed my knees, but I caught the hiking bug! I got myself some poles and proper footwear, and plan to begin training slowly and safely. I struggle with balance too, so I hope the poles help.

[@billyandrew]

Me, too. My balance is terrible, due to prolonged bouts of inactivety, caused by rheumatoid arthritis, which brought me to the realisation poles could very well be the solution for me.

[@deeanna8448]

@@billyandrew the poles are REALLY helping!

[@billyandrew]

My word, your ears must have been burning. 😂 I'm arthritic, but determined to keep as mobile as I can for as long as I can and walking with poles will certainly strengthen my joints no end, although I have to trade off with the pain aspect, but as is said, no pain no gain. So, tell me, have the poles physically sided you and also made you more aware of your centre of gravity?

[@billyandrew]

Assisted. Sorry about that typo.

[@deeanna8448]

@@billyandrew yes, they have physically assisted me with balance and support, especially when going downhill. There have been a couple of times I'd have fallen without them. I generally use one, becuase I have the dogs with me and need one hand for the leashes. I'm going to Arizona (without the dogs) and plan to use both poles while hiking.

[@MrSquirrel]

Good stuff! Greetings from northern Sweden

[@DayTripperAdventures]

Thanks for sharing this very professional information video - really well put together. I definitely need to try these as I find going downhill on long treks really puts strain on knees and feet with backpack. This should really help with this. 👍🇬🇧😄

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks Day Tripper! Glad you found the video useful. Was tricky to get the b-roll but wanted to show in detail. Happy trails!

[@DayTripperAdventures]

The Trail Hunter I think you put together the best quality videos out there. I can see how hard you work on these to put out something excellent 👍🇬🇧😄

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Ahh haha thanks very much! Really means a lot to hear. Love making them.

[@ralfpeterek1040]

My LEKI poles are fantastic. I love the hand harness because they stay more stable in your hand. Also, the load on your hand is better distributed. With their shark grip, you don’t need to constantly grip to control. Simply cradle & let it glide back and forth as you walk in normal fashion (normal arm swing). This is the technique of Nordic Walking. Excellent! P.S. with your loops, you must remember to have your thumb on the side which is the strap which passes under the strap that your fingers are resting on. Most reputable manufacturers will have them setup as such (even marking L & R). That’s why you’ll usually see the strap ends overlap “mirror image” from one pole to the other.

[@msafirimhehe]

Great info. I was wondering if I should purchase these. Now I am very convinced. They might be as well good for scaring wild animals who might try to stalk you while hiking... can be a life saver! Thanks

[@billyandrew]

We have wildlife where I live, too. They're called junkies and jakies, (alcoholics) but, fortunately, they tend to avoid the countryside and hiking trails. 🤪😂😂

[@danheath8999]

Great video

[@natureloversit]

Wonderful video 😍 💚🏞️🌱📸. Thx

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Great tips there.

[@reneelerner1902]

Very helpful! Thank you. Renée

[@nickydaly7116]

Fab advice TH, I used to poo poo poles and also now wouldn't be without them. Many thanks for the hand hold tip I am going to try next hike xx

[@nicolaaslam6725]

I love my poles ❤️ wouldn’t trek without them. My friend calls them my stabilisers 😊

[@belove9]

I ended up breaking down the other day and ordering a pair of hiking poles because of a painful flare up from psoriatic arthritis. I was thinking it would be easier for me to use them for doing my 🦆 🐓 chores outside instead of using a cane. I had no idea how to use them so your video is much appreciated! 🙏

[@billyandrew]

Same as me, Andrea. Rheumatoid in my case, but I'll only be able to use them when it's not full blown, as I'm just coming out the other side of an eight months solid flare. I should be capable just as Spring starts and the barometric pressure rises.

[@robertcrompton2733]

Interesting, thank!

[@sloanbooks]

Big thank you.

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Thanks Stewart. Glad you found it useful.

[@forreststorie924]

Thank you!

[@user-ct1fj9pc4k]

Thank you ❤

[@peterkukolik8402]

Thank you.

[@clementinac1210]

Do you have a video on the different kinds of end tips for trekking poles? I'm new to all this and see there are different kinds. Feeling out my depth.

[@toomuch9762]

Carbon fibre is only strong in one direction. And side ways forces will make it shatter. Good aluminium is actually all round more sturdy

[@Patrickjohnphotography]

Thank you. your video made a lot of sense to me, a noobie.

[@sarahstreet-rose7532]

Thank you, just bought some for a trip up Snowdon after experiencing very achy knees after doing Yorkshire 3 peaks without any. Had no idea how to use until I watched this video. Very informative & easy to understand.

[@zenornot9949]

Thank you

[@bentrider]

I never knew there was such thing as a professional trekking pole user.