Trail Running Poles

Trail running poles are built for one job: keeping you moving fast over rough ground. They're not trekking poles with a new label. Running poles are lighter, they pack down small, and you can carry them one-handed on the flats without breaking pace.

Steep climbs get easier when you've got poles taking some load off your legs. Descents feel more controlled too. That's why so many runners searching for trail running poles UK now carry a pair as standard kit, especially on longer ultra routes where saving your legs early pays off later in the race. Ultra running poles in particular need to be light enough to forget about and tough enough to survive hundreds of miles. Some runners call them running sticks or trail running sticks. Same tool, different name. What matters is the grip stays secure when your hands are sweaty and the weight stays low.

If you're not sure how to pick, check out our dedicated guide to choosing the right poles for your running.