Model and maker
Models and brands:
A3 Trekking Poles from Macpac; Recommended Retail Price: $99.99
Walking poles (hire)
$12.50 – $25.00
Hire for up to five nights. NEED LONGER?
Why use trekking poles? Go ahead and Google it: there are loads of reasons for, and a decent number against. For: they reduce impact on your knees, ankles and feet – an assertion that sports medicine mostly supports. If you’re at all wobbly through the hips they’re also a decent balance aid. Having said that, the Three Capes Track is wide and even, and there’s a fair number of duckboards, which can jam your poles. But there are also a lot of stairs, for which sticks are useful.
It comes down to this: do you feel more comfortable and capable with them? If the answer’s yes, take them. We carry two models of pole: two-section Black Diamond Trail Sport 2 that weigh about 550g a pair, and three-section Macpac A3 that are about 600g a pair.
Additional information
| Weight | 547 g |
|---|---|
| Number-of-poles | 1 pole – $12.50, 2 poles – $25 |
8 reviews for Walking poles (hire)
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Monica Clemow –
these walking poles were great for steadying ourselves on the downhill steps of 3 capes, particularly towards the end of the longer hiking days. 3capesgearand gourmet were quick to assist when we needed another set at the last minute. Thanks Ian & Gail.
Gail MacCallum –
You’re welcome, Monica – and glad you had a great time. Walking poles are particularly good for the (many) ups and downs on the track – and helpful if you’re not a regular hiking backpack walker…
Ralph Tattersall –
I liked these fine. I just didn’t find that I needed them after all
Jill Price –
On a practice hike I borrowed a set of poles from a friend and was instantly hooked so added them to my hire list. Though heavier and longer than the borrowed poles, I find them to be terrific on the longer days, especially on steps as they aid in balance and make you feel safer.
Lisa Fraser –
Recently did the 3 Capes Track and loved the poles – was very grateful on days 3 & 4 where I found I needed the extra support for the stairs. The service from Ian & Gail was brilliant with the delivery and pick up plus the hints and tips on how, and when, to use the poles. Thanks so much!
Trish Dewhirst –
I hired the poles for the 3 Capes Walk and found them invaluable on the uphill sections particularly the stairs on the return from Cape Huoy. Gail & Ian couldn’t have been more obliging in doing the drop off and allowing me to return them the following day when I went thru Hobart. Thanks so much for making the difference.
Sue Bermingham –
We were trying to decide if we should buy poles, but not having used them hiring them from Gear and Gourmet was a perfect solution. We were shown how to use them and the convenient pick up at the end of the trip was excellent. Good gear and saved our knees, I know it made all the difference to our walk.
biancahowells –
I could not have done this hike without walking poles! I was on the fence about whether I’d need them but they reduced impact on my knees and hips during the hike. Particularly on days 3 & 4 I didn’t feel as fatigued and they were a necessity for the downhill steps to provide balance and stability.
Linda Vearing –
Best … thing …. Ever!!! I hired one as I had not used them before but thought I might need some assistance going downhill if I was tired. It was awesome and even better got going uphill!!!! Next time I will have 2 poles (but will probs buy my own) thanks 3CGG for the chance to try it out. And thanks for being awesome and fun with delivery and pick up 👍❤️