Trekking Poles - Pacific Crest Trail

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#1

Anyone aware of a past suvey of PCT thru hikers that use treking poles? I could not find one but do wonder. Any PCT alums want to guess?

PCT Bill

#2

I don’t know how many do, but I did the first 900 miles of the PCT last year. I used poles, and I liked having them. They helped me be more steady going downhill, and to establish a rhythm going uphill. They were especially helpful for stream crossing in the Sierra (and it was a low snow year!).

Brainwave/Sophie

#3

My guess would be around 85%.

Jonathan

#4

At least 85%. Many of us use the poles for our tents, too.

Piper