For ascents, the poles can be shortened, while for more comfort on descents, they can be lengthened. This manoeuvre will allow the arms are kept at the right angle and the poles will become a great support.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The adjustment mechanism of trekking poles is usually of the screw type: the lower half of the pole is loosened through the screw<\/strong> or twist to fit. Another mechanism is the clamp<\/strong>The cane, usually located in the middle of the cane. Although the screw adjustment mechanism tends to have a higher risk of failure, in general, if the poles are of good quality, either adjustment mechanism will be good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A plus point of the adjustable poles is that if you are not using them, they can be folded and stored in the backpack<\/a>leaving your hands free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a general rule, all trekking poles will be adjustable, given the enormous advantages of these poles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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