Quote Originally Posted by vinnya42 View Post
Thanks guys...I have found a pair of carbon ski poles that are the perfect size for me. They don't collapse but they are light and strong, I will use them on my first hike coming soon and see if they work. I am only worried about them not collapsing and where do I put them when I don't want to use them...but for $2 I am willing to try.

$2 !!! Is that froma thrift store or something? As to what do do when you don't use them, strap em to your pack. They also are nice to set up your tarp in "porch mode" if you don't want that closed in feeling.