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Hi Rita,
I have had a single normal pole for a few years but have not used it seriously. I think that the shape of the hand grips means that you dont have to hold the PP's as tightly as normal poles. This results in less hand stress.
Its also my impression that you get more forward momentum...
The PacerPole website has and FAQ entry ALLOY SHAFTS v CARBON FIBRE SHAFTS ? at
http://www.pacerpole.com/walking-pole-faq-trekking-poles-6.html which explains the differences. Basically the Carbon fibre poles are about 20% lighter (518gm compared with 650 gms a pair). They will not corrode...
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