Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

First off I'm giving my personal review based upon cost and personal experience after 3 months on the Appalachian Trail. Prior to me doing the trail I had never used trekking poles so I went cheap with my first set to test the waters. For the cost these work very well. They are light. The are flick lock poles. They are pretty strong. Two months into my trail one bent out. I was going down a very steep and rocky part of the AT in the rain. I'm 170lbs and I was carrying 45lbs on my back and these poles, regardless of one bending out, saved me from getting really messed up. I now understand that there is a reason people spend money on expensive poles. There is no warranty coverage for these. Makes sense tho. They cost less than 25 bucks at the time of my purchase. I now currently have a set of black diamonds but these poles showed me the importance of have a set regardless of the price. Poles are better to have and not need than to need and not have. If you're looking for a decent and very budget friendly trekking pole option I would highly recommend these. Although I'd like to try the carbons out personally.