If you're looking for a good quality and easy to use hiking pole for better stability and balance, this spring-loaded stick handles all types of terrain and is very well priced. The Rockwater Designs Touring/Walking Pole is constructed from DURALUMINUM T-6061 for strength and corrosion resistance with an anti-shock spring system to lessen the impact to legs, hips and back when walking, climbing or trekking. 

• Constructed from DURALUMINUM T-6061
• Three sections with twist locks extend pole from 24" (60 cm) to 51"(130 cm)
• Cork and TPR handle
• Carbide pole tip
• Removable snow basket and trail boot
• Anti-shock spring system lessens impact to legs, hips and back
• Adjustable wrist strap