What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"The Globetrotter Trekking Pole is the one I point people toward when they want something simple, reliable, and easy to travel with. The Outerlock adjustment makes dialing in the height fast and intuitive, and the fact that it collapses to 16 inches means it fits in a checked bag or the side of a pack without any fuss."Not every adventure demands a technical setup, and the Mountainsmith Globetrotter Trekking Pole was built with that reality in mind. Whether the plan is a casual day hike, a walking tour through a new city, or a long trail outing with a light pack, this single pole adds stability and rhythm to every stride without overcomplicating the experience. The cork-molded T-handle sits comfortably in the hand across a wide range of terrain, and the aluminum Outerlock height adjustment lever lets you dial in the fit in seconds without tools or fuss. Three sections of durable 7075 aluminum collapse down to just 16 inches when not in use, making the Globetrotter easy to stash in a suitcase, lash to a pack, or tuck into a car bag for the drive to the trailhead. Threaded snow and hiking baskets swap in depending on the conditions, the replaceable rubber boot tip handles pavement and hardpack, and the screw-in carbide tip bites into rock and firm terrain when the trail demands more traction. Sold as a single pole and weighing just 9. 5 ounces, the Globetrotter is straightforward, capable, and ready for a lifetime of varied adventures.