Trekking Poles Care and MaintenanceUpdated 10 months ago

Trekking poles, like any good piece of gear, require some regular care and maintenance. Below are general maintenance procedures for our trekking poles:

• Completely separate the poles by unlocking or loosening each section until they can be pulled apart.

• Once the poles are separated, use a damp cloth to wipe down the poles and flip locks to remove all dust and dirt.

• Use a soft dry cloth to dry the inside and outside of the poles as well as the flip locks. If needed, use a nylon brush to remove any dirt that could not be removed with the cloth. Note: DO NOT use any lubricant or alcohol-based product.

• Check the flip locks for damaged parts.

• Allow the poles to dry thoroughly, preferably by air drying for several hours, before reassembling the poles.

• No matter what, it’s important to remember to never lubricate the pole behind the flip locks. This will only cause slippage inside the pole.

• Our trekking poles come with carbide tips. They provide a good balance between traction and durability on a variety of surfaces. Our poles also come with rubber tip covers that can extend the life of the carbide tips and protect your gear if your poles are stored near other items. These tips are also good for protecting sensitive areas where you don't want to impact the ground. Please note that these rubber tips may fall off with light use and are meant to be replaceable. You can buy our replacement tips or may use universal trekking pole rubber tips.