Originally Posted By Trailrunner
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3) IMO the adavantage of shocks, if any, is not worth the added weight, complexity and cost. If you're planting your pole on anything other than solid rock the ground is a natural shock absorber.


I agree with Trailrunner on this one. I switched from Leki anti-shock poles to Gossamer Gear Light Trek 4s (no shocks) and didn't miss is at all. The huge weight savings made a big difference for me.
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