{"product_id":"tactical-hiking-pole-390g-aluminum-compass-whistle-collapsible","title":"Tactical Hiking Pole – 390g Aviation Aluminum, Built-In Compass \u0026 Whistle, Interchangeable Tips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOne Pole. Eight Functions. 390 Grams.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost trekking poles are a stick with a wrist strap. This one is a \u003cstrong\u003e390g aviation-grade aluminum hiking pole\u003c\/strong\u003e with a built-in compass, emergency whistle, flathead\/Phillips screwdriver, and a full set of interchangeable tips for different terrain — all in a collapsible pole that adjusts to your height and packs down for transport. It's the kind of gear that earns its spot in a bug-out bag or backcountry kit because it does more than one thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e390g — Aviation-Grade Aluminum That's Lighter Than It Sounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e390 grams (0.86 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this pole uses \u003cstrong\u003e100% aviation-grade aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same material specification used in aerospace and military applications where the priority is the highest strength-to-weight ratio available. Aviation-grade aluminum is stiffer per gram than standard aluminum and significantly tougher than the carbon fiber alternatives that crack or shatter under lateral impact on rocky terrain. You can push off a rock face, plant hard on ice, or use it as a self-defense brace without the pole fracturing at a joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Compass — Navigate Without Extra Gear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated \u003cstrong\u003ecompass in the handle\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you directional orientation without pulling out a separate instrument. On trail, this matters during weather events, white-out conditions, or any disorientation scenario where you want a quick bearing check without stopping to dig through your pack. It's not a replacement for a dedicated baseplate compass for technical navigation — but for the 80% of trail navigation situations where you just need to confirm you're trending north, it's faster than any alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmergency Whistle — 100+ dB Signaling Built Into the Pole\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eemergency whistle\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated into the pole produces a high-decibel signal audible at significant distance — the standard emergency signaling tool for search-and-rescue situations. Three short blasts is the universal distress signal. Having it physically attached to your hiking pole means it's always accessible without requiring a separate lanyard, zipper pull, or pack pocket. In a fall or injury scenario where reaching your pack isn't possible, you still have a signaling device in your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInterchangeable Tip System — Optimized for Every Surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe detachable tip system includes multiple configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e⛰️ \u003cstrong\u003eMetal carbide tip\u003c\/strong\u003e — rock, ice, and hard packed trail. Maximum penetration and grip on technical terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eRubber tip\u003c\/strong\u003e — wooden floors, pavement, and soft surfaces where metal tips slip or cause damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🛠️ \u003cstrong\u003eFlathead\/Phillips screwdriver tip\u003c\/strong\u003e — field repairs on gear, optics, camp equipment, and vehicle maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwapping tips takes seconds — pull, swap, press. The pole becomes the right tool for the current surface without carrying multiple poles or tip kits separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEVA Foam Grip — Sweat-Wicking for Long-Distance Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eanti-slip EVA foam handle\u003c\/strong\u003e absorbs moisture and sweat rather than becoming slick under load. On multi-hour ascents in heat or rain, a standard rubber or cork grip becomes slippery and requires a tighter grip that fatigues your hand. EVA foam maintains friction whether dry or wet, and the closed-cell structure means it doesn't absorb water weight over the course of a day hike or rain event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjustable Height + Collapsible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pole adjusts up to \u003cstrong\u003e20cm of height range\u003c\/strong\u003e for different user heights and terrain angles — shorter for uphill where you want less reach, longer for downhill where you need more plant. It collapses for pack attachment or bag storage when the terrain doesn't require it, and extends in seconds when you hit the next descent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Weight: 390g (0.86 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Material: 100% aviation-grade aluminum alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Grip: Anti-slip EVA foam — sweat-wicking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Height: Adjustable — up to 20cm extension range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Collapsible: Yes — for pack attachment or bag storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Built-in tools: Compass + emergency whistle + screwdriver (flathead\/Phillips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Tips included: Metal carbide + rubber + screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Wrist strap: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Use: Hiking, backpacking, trekking, survival, bug-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Uses This Pole\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🥾 \u003cstrong\u003eDay hikers \u0026amp; backpackers\u003c\/strong\u003e — multi-function tool that justifies its 390g on any trip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🏔️ \u003cstrong\u003eTechnical trail hikers\u003c\/strong\u003e — aviation aluminum handles impact and lateral force that carbon fiber doesn't\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🎒 \u003cstrong\u003ePreppers \u0026amp; bug-out bag builders\u003c\/strong\u003e — compass + whistle + screwdriver in one tool already in your hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌲 \u003cstrong\u003eHunters \u0026amp; wilderness travelers\u003c\/strong\u003e — stability on uneven terrain, balance crossing water, probe for depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e👴 \u003cstrong\u003eSenior \u0026amp; injury-recovery hikers\u003c\/strong\u003e — joint impact reduction on descents without extra pack weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePro tip: For steep descents, shorten the pole to wrist height when standing upright, plant it about 18\" ahead of your downhill foot, and let it take weight transfer before committing your foot to the next step. This technique reduces knee impact by roughly 25% compared to unassisted descent — significant on long ridge hikes where knee fatigue accumulates over hours.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on all orders. Easy returns. Ships fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tactically Prepped","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50908746285350,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5980\/0614\/files\/61kmiWDI2vL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1755105875","url":"https:\/\/www.tacticallyprepped.com\/products\/tactical-hiking-pole-390g-aluminum-compass-whistle-collapsible","provider":"Tactically Prepped","version":"1.0","type":"link"}