Interest in the Scandinavian (Finnish) walking is gaining momentum, and a person walking with sticks without skis, no longer causes confusion. These sticks for Nordic walkers are the main equipment. We will tell about the best of them in our article.
Content:
Telescopic
MASTERS Training Speed - the most reliable folding stick
Two-section sticks from aviation aluminum from the Italian manufacturer have a clip lock, which increases their reliability under load and makes them almost indistinguishable from rods of fixed length.
The Shaft Training Speed is adjustable from 86 to 130 cm. The straps are made in the form of semi-gloves with adhesive tape with the designations L and R, that is, for the left and right hand.
Pros:
- Very light - each stick weighs 225 grams;
- Simplicity of length adjustment - it is enough to make one turn in order to relax the attachments or fix them in the chosen position;
- Clips when walking do not play, and the segments of the sticks do not click;
- Cork inserts on the handles so that the palm does not sweat or slip;
- Adjustable straps with quick release and reflective piping;
- Included are pobedit "claws";
- Coloring in several layers allows metal sticks to keep presentable appearance longer.
Minuses:
- Complete rubber "shoes" quickly wear out.
ECOS Pro Carbon 70 - light and durable
The shafts of these sticks consist of 70% carbon, due to which the weight of each does not exceed 170 grams. The remaining 30% comes from fiberglass. But the handles are especially interesting here. They are made of polymer foam, which has the same properties as natural cork, that is, good thermal insulation and the ability to drain excess moisture in the summer thanks to microfiber linings.
Pros:
- Folding telescopic design that allows you to change the length of the sticks in the range of 85-145 cm;
- Excellent vibration damping and micro-impact;
- Due to the small weight do not create additional load on the hands;
- The handles are elongated and even fit for men with wide palms;
- System for rapid removal of semi-gloves;
- The protected locking mechanism behaves well even in the cold;
- Elastic rubber “shoes”;
- Included are convenient quick-release rings for walking on loose surfaces (snow, sand).
Minuses:
- "Shoes" are put on tightly.
NORDICPRO Travel Carbon 60 - for those who do not stop training in the journey
A new line of sticks for the Finnish walk from NordicPro has recently been supplemented with three-section folding models. The extra knee will allow them to be folded more compactly, shortened from a maximum of 135 to 65 cm. In addition, the high carbon content makes the equipment very light, but strong enough for amateur sports.
Pros:
- Comfortable handles with overlays of natural cork - not hot in summer, not cold in winter;
- Removable lanyard on each stick;
- The handles themselves are also removed if necessary;
- "Tenacious" tips;
- Price within 3-4 thousand rubles.
Minuses:
- On joints, over time, they can start tapping - giving into the hands will be unpleasant.
Fixed length
EXEL Nordic Sport Evo - for tall athletes
These sticks are made of composite material - fiberglass with the addition of 30% carbon. This solution provides them at the same time lightness, strength and good elasticity. The size range is quite wide (100-150 cm).
In the same series there are models with carbon content increased up to 40%, as well as curved aluminum sticks, but in our stores they are much less common.
Pros:
- Impeccable workmanship and long service life;
- Comfortable adjustable straps;
- Wearproof "boots";
- Affordable price - about 5,000 rubles.
Minuses:
- The belts are detachable, but it will not work to detach them from the sticks in one motion, as in some advanced models.
LEKI Speed Pacer Vario - the original hybrid
These professional sticks cannot be fully called fixed, since they nevertheless allow adjustment in length within 5-10 cm. Their pole is completely made of carbon, therefore they have a small weight. But such equipment should be chosen by high-growth athletes, since the short carbon rods lack elasticity.
Pros:
- Maintain a load of up to 140 kg;
- The regulatory mechanism does not rattle when walking;
- The rubberized cork handle with adjustable removable lanyard fits well in your hand and does not slip out;
- Standard "shoes" have retractable spikes, which allows you to quickly adapt them to the conditions of the surface, without removing;
- Pobeditovye "fangs" in the kit.
Minuses:
- The price for a couple comes to 11-12 thousand rubles.
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