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They have been provided with a trekking kit with shoes, backpack, cap, basic first aid kit, hiking pole, whistle and compass, among others.

Many also have a telescopic or folding design, so you can pack them more easily. Trekking poles often have an ergonomically designed grip and simple straps to prevent dropping them. They may also have ...

Walking (or trekking ... poles can bend without breaking during travel. If you plan to walk abroad, look for folding or telescoping poles, which can be folded down smaller for travel. If you can, ...