GEAR | Walking in Scotland Using Hitrek Aluminium Lightweight Walking Poles – Review

May 6, 2019 Mark Stuart

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We put these Hitrek walking poles to the test during a recent glamping and walking holiday in Scotland, read on to find out what we thought!

Hitrek Aluminium Lightweight Walking Poles

What we tested

Hitrek Aluminium Lightweight Walking Poles, £27.99

Stockists

Features

Tungsten carbide hardened corrosion and wear resistant tips
Rapid height adjustment and quick flip-lock release
Firm, extra comfort ergonomic cork/EVA grips
100% satisfaction guarantee

The verdict

There are a few things I look for in walking poles, namely I’m after something that’s sturdy, so I feel like I can trust them when tackling a particularly rocky hill or mountain route.

I also want something that feels comfortable to hold for hours on end, and I also want my poles to be as light as possible to carry when I’m not using them.

After 5 days walking in Scotland over the Easter weekend, I can happily report back and confidently say that the Hiktrek walking poles delivered on all fronts, and on a few more besides.

Although I spent most of our 5 day trip using the poles, Shell did use them too on a couple of occasions. I was interested to see how she’d get on with the grips having much smaller hands than me, and she found them just as comfortable to use.

Final say

Our Rating

Quality 4.5/5

Practicality 4/5

Looks 4/5

Value 4.5/5

Overall Rating (4.5 / 5)

Despite being lightweight, these poles are very sturdy. The clips that allow you to adjust the pole height stayed firmly in place and don’t slip in use, which is an issue Shell said she’d experienced a few times with her old poles.

We both agreed that the cork hand grips were well-shaped and comfortable and thanks to the use of cork, they effectively stop your hands from getting hot and sweaty.

It’s a big thumbs up from both us then in terms of both quality and performance and whilst they are a little more expensive than the entry-level poles we were both using before, they feel stronger and definitely more comfortable.

Long-Term Test Update

After 3 years of using these poles, they are still going strong and my wife often prefers to use them to her own. In terms of quality and longevity then, it’s another big thumbs up!

DISCLOSURE | Thank you to Hitrek for supplying us with the featured product. We were not paid to write this review.

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Mark Stuart

Features Writer at Camping with Style

Mark is the newest member of the Camping with Style team and likes to spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors. A big believer in the healing power of nature, Mark feels at home amongst the trees and when not being all zen-like, you can often find him climbing up things.