Re: hiking sticks
I personally have not tried trekking poles yet. This group just about has me convinced to buy a pair. However, I am 5'9", I have a 6' stick, diamond...
nvterri2 2003-10-06 07:21:03 #24860

Re: hiking sticks

Rob Plas 2003-10-06 06:37:59 #24859

Re: hiking sticks
If you are only considering using one stick then wood is probably fine and shocks are not as important. I think however once you get the technique down with...
Steve Wingate 2003-10-06 06:37:50 #24858

Re: Canyon Access
Again I apologize if any of this seems outdated by the time the moderator passes my message along to the group. --- In grandcanyon@yahoogroups.com, "Bob...
eddydowd 2003-10-06 06:37:43 #24857

Re: hiking sticks
More important that wood vs. metal is shocks. I like the Leki Super Makalu very much. The grips are great -- very comfortable and slightly canted forward....
Steve Wingate 2003-10-06 06:37:41 #24856

Re: hiking sticks
I've had both. The only advantage and one that sways me , is the non-wood can be adjusted to fit in your pack when you don't need them. I've paid a lot for...
E Joe Maisonneuve 2003-10-06 06:02:42 #24855

Interesting Article About Wild Fire
An article in yesterday's Tucson paper compares and contrasts the NPS & FS dealing with wild fire. "Let it Burn, Put it Out" See...
Bob Audretsch 2003-10-06 04:50:10 #24853

Re: Hike to Phantom Ranch
Angel - Here's a link with temps: http://www.grandcanyonhiker.com/planners/weather/index.shtml Phantom Ranch is about 20 degrees warmer than the rim. I'm...
Ken McNamara 2003-10-06 03:27:04 #24852

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