I just use used or lost goode ski poles from the ski area I used to work at. That was 25 years ago and the poles still have not broke.
They work for me as well. My backpacking days are behind me, but after two knee replacements I need a little help navigating uneven terrain while deer hunting. I found a used pair of aluminum ski poles at a local thrift shop for $5. They work well for my limited needs. The snow "baskets" keep them from sinking out of sight in the mud.
