I probably did more research on my poles than I did on my tent. That's probably because my poles do more for saving my butt than my tent does (I love my tent btw). I settled on these Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles for several reasons. They are 100% carbon fiber which makes them very lightweight (just over 1lb), They have Double FlickLocks which make adjustments smooth and simple in any weather, The handle is cork so it absorbs moisture and won't cause blisters, and the Nubuck strap has no seams so it's comfortable around the wrist. These poles have been a lifesaver (probably literally) on numerous occasions.