Rongsi Nordic Walking Trekking Poles - 2 Sticks with Anti-Shock and Quick Lock System Telescopic Collapsible for Hiking Camping Mountaineering Backpacking Walking Trekking What should be aware of while using Rongsi s trekking poles? he designed force of the direction of the walking pole is vertical force not horizontal force. lf the pole is subjected to lateral force it will break easily. It should only be used for its designed purpose as a climbing or trekking pole. It must not beused to pull people or as a stretcher support.