Hiking poles.

[GPER]

I have a telescoping hiking pole, it is handy when I remember to get it out of the car.

[MtnManLeap]

I used a pair of poles for the last hike I took last year. I have to say they helped and are lighter and designed for this use. A stick doesn't always fit the bill. That hike was from Sol-Duc Falls (Olympic National Park) thru to Hoh Rainforest Visitors center. I was happy with the preformance and the fact that I did not stain my back because of pitching forward several times. I am shoping now for a lighter pair.

[failghe]

I have thought about trying to use a hiking pole, but I always bring my 2 dogs so my hand is always holding the leash.