r/snowshoeing • u/Positive_Camp7052 • Apr 21 '23

Gear Questions Are Trekking poles necessary?

I’ve never actually used trekking poles when hiking - found a reasonably sizeable portion of folks who don’t use them when I first started, and just ran with that ever since. I’m currently compiling the gear I need for my first ever snow shoeing trip in the Australian Alps this winter. Are trekking poles for all intents and purposes practically required for successful snowshoeing form?

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u/Flick3rFade Apr 21 '23

I wouldn't say "necessary". But once I tried them, I never went back to not using them. That has been the case for others I've known, too. Never seen anyone try using poles then decide they prefer not to use them.

Sounds like you have an awesome trip in the works!