From mountain trails to daily fitness walks, we had a personal trainer test walking poles from top-rated brands to find the best options around.

Walking poles (also called trekking poles) can give you a major advantage when covering big miles with a heavy pack. This guide reviews the best walking poles tested by our experts.

They're not just for folks attempting the Appalachian Trail. Here's how trekking poles can improve any hiker's performance and fitness.

Both poles use HTS 6.5 aluminum, which provides the best-in-class strength to weight ratio. The Sherpa is adjustable from 110 to 145 centimeters, and the Sherpa Lite from 100 to 135 centimeters.