Hammers HP1 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer

Hammers HP1 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer Made of strong lightweight aluminum, hiking pole HP1 is specially spring-loaded to absorb shock and reduce stress to joints, muscles, and ligaments whether you’re strolling through the park or traversing more rugged trails.

Hammers HP1, an easy-lock telescoping design offers an ergonomic EVA foam grip with hard plastic knob that hide an integrated camera mount; A wearproof carbide tip is mounted at the end; Adjustable from 27 1/2”H up to an impressive five feet, the stick adapts to hikers of different heights and permits far easier use of mounted cameras on inclines. A pair of watch-band mini-compass and thermometer is mounted on the wrist strap. Also included are rubber tip for paved surfaces, snow disc and attachable nylon wrist strap. 10.80oz. Black Color.

Hammers HP1 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer Review

I’m an amateur photographer and hiker. I purchased the Hammers HP1 because it offered a camera mount under the hand grip. It seems like this used to be a common feature in the average trekking pole, but with ski-style poles becoming more popular in big box stores, camera mounts are hard to find. I used the hike on a 5 mile “moderate” trip to Rainbow Falls in the Smoky Mtns. I used the pole on the trail for stability and at the falls to mount my camera for slow shutter speeds. The Hammers HP1 extends to a longer length than other entry level poles I’ve seen, so it is useful as a monopod. I expect the HP1 to last 2-3 years with moderate use. I’ll purchase another one then, and still come out cheaper than comparable high-end poles. The HP1 uses rotating locks for extension. The shock feature is nice, but noticeable. The compass and thermometer that come with it are useless, and seem like a gimmick. I removed mine. I doubt the Hammers HP1 would hold up in a comparison with high-end poles. For example the foam handgrip will eventually wear out unlike a cork grip, and the HP1 is made of lightening-rod aluminum For $25 with a camera mount, it is a great value.

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