I did a little research myself lately because I too have heard great things about using poles and how much it lightens the load, helps your body, etc.

These seem to get the best reviews that I found so I picked up a pair and they are on the way. Not the lightest made, but sturdy and adjustable for length which can be good if many hills are involved (shorten them on the way up, lengthen for coming down).

http://www.rei.com/product/830471/black-diamond-trail-ergo-cork-trekking-poles-pair

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