So here’s the burning question of the day: Has anyone tried these so-called ultralight trekking poles yet? I mean, if my hiking gear was a contestant on a weight-loss reality show, I’d be out the door already, right? Apparently, these miracle poles are supposed to make my pack lighter than my last three diets combined. But seriously-are they really sturdy, or am I just signing up for a slapstick comedy show when they inevitably collapse mid-ascent? Any brand recommendations, or should I just duct tape a couple of branches together? Enlighten me, oh wise souls of the mountain trails.