With the popularity of outdoor sports, hiking sticks have become a hot outdoor product. Which hiking stick is currently the most popular on the market? According to our survey data, the folding and telescopic aluminum alloy hiking poles are currently the two best-selling models. What's the difference between them? I hope the following answers are helpful to you.

The main differences between folding hiking sticks and telescopic walking poles are as follows:

Storage length: Folding multifunctional outdoor trekking pole is can be folded into shorter lengths, usually around 38 centimeters, making it easy to carry and store, while telescopic hiking sticks need to be adjusted in length through stretching, usually over 60 centimeters.
Adjustment range: Telescopic mountain climbing sticks can be adjusted by external or internal locking to adjust the length of the stick body, usually between 110 centimeters and 140 centimeters, suitable for different people and terrains, while folding mountain climbing sticks can only adjust the length of one stick body, with a smaller range.
Material and weight: Folding hiking sticks are usually made of carbon fiber material, which is relatively light, usually around 200 grams, but also expensive. Telescopic hiking sticks are usually made of aluminum alloy material, which is relatively heavy, usually over 300 grams, but also relatively cheap.
Hardness and elasticity: Telescopic hiking sticks are usually harder and suitable for complex terrains, while folding hiking sticks have better elasticity and can cushion impact forces.

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The main differences between the inner lock and the outer lock of a climbing stick are as follows:

Internal locking is achieved by rotating the internal components to expand and contact the inner wall, while external locking is achieved by external clamping.
The inner lock is lighter and more compact, while the outer lock is more sturdy and durable.
The internal lock can be locked only by rotating the internal rod for several turns, and can be unlocked by reversing rotation number for several turns. The external lock can be locked by closing the buckle, and can be unlocked by opening the buckle.

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