I went backpacking with a friend from college the other week and it was the total opposite. cool I decided to take them even when I had less then 8 pounds in my pack on a dayhike, I practically ran up the freaking mountain and actually caught up with someone who started an hour ahead of me. lol. When I'm walking on flat I don't need 'em, but on steep climbs and descend I'll use them. I have a plate in my knee so it's nice to take pressure off.

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The key for me is to walk like I drive. Don't look right at your feet. Keep your head up and look where you going to be. If you're looking down by the time you see a problem its to late!


That's how I ride mountain bikes. Eyes down the trail and pick your line before you get there. grin