TCHIBO 664 981 (01) PDF Document

The TCHIBO 664 981 walking poles are intended to support the body’s movement patterns when Nordic walking and during more intensive use of the core, shoulder and arm muscles.

The walking poles are not suitable for the following:

• Leaning on when hiking, walking or doing other sports.

• Supporting body weight or providing grip on icy or slippery surfaces.

• Skiing (they do not comply with DIN ISO 7331).

• As a walking aid (they do not comply with DIN EN 1985).

The walking poles are designed for private use and are not suitable for commercial purposes.

DANGER to children

• This product is not a children’s toy. Keep the product out of the reach of children.

• Keep the packaging materials out of the reach of children. They pose several risks, including the risk of suffocation!

WARNING – risk of injury

• Do not use the poles to point, stab or hit in the direction of people or animals. The tips of the poles can cause injuries if not used appropriately.

• Be considerate of the people around you: always pay attention to where you place the poles so as not to accidentally injure anybody. Concentration can waver, especially on long and difficult walks. Always leave enough distance between yourself and the person in front of you.

• Check the poles for signs of damage before use. If you notice any signs of damage, then the poles are no longer suitable for use and you must discontinue use.

• Do not hang the poles from a rucksack to transport them. The poles can swing erratically from side to side in strong winds and cause injuries. In dense vegetation, the discs can get caught in leaves, branches and so on.

• Do not make any modifications to the product. Only have repairs to the product carried out by a specialist workshop. Improper repairs can result in considerable risks to the user.

NOTICE – material damage

• Do not use the poles in indoor rooms. The tips of the poles can damage flooring. If necessary, place the rubber buffers on the tips.

• Do not bend the poles by more than 15° as this could result in them being permanently bent or broken.

• Only use the poles for their intended purpose and do not use them as a substitute for a seat, a clothes rail or anything similar.

1. Detach the plastic holders from the poles. Keep them for when you need to transport the poles later.

2. Pull the pole apart as far as necessary to set the required length.

3. To fix it in place, fold the lever on the quick-release lock as far as it will go. The lever must be touching the pole completely.

4. To check whether the quick-release lock is secure enough, use the pole to support your weight slightly. During use, you should check that the quick-release lock at regular intervals.

The quick release lock must demonstrate resistance when pressed down but must not require force. If the quick-release lock is too loose or too tight, the tension must be adjusted.

NOTICE – material damage: Only pull out the poles up to the STOP mark. The stop mark must disappear into the upper segment completely and stay hidden. If not, the walking poles could bend or break for good when under load.

The TCHIBO 664 981 poles are continuously adjustable up to a maximum length of 135 cm. The following table offers a guideline as to which pole length is best suited to you. The rule of thumb is: the ideal pole length is approx. 66% of your height.

To determine the appropriate length, grasp the pole by the handle and place it vertically on the ground. Your upper and lower arms should form a right angle.

1. Open the lever of the quick-release lock.

2. Turn the screw on the quick-release lock clockwise or anticlockwise to set the tension.

3. Fold the lever of the quick-release lock shut again. Check that the quick-release lock is correctly tensioned. Repeat these steps if necessary.

You can select between three different types of pole tip profile for your TCHIBO 664 981 walking poles:

Steel tip

The steel tip provides grip, e.g. on rocky terrain.

Rubber buffers

If you are walking on tarmac or a similarly hard surface, we recommend that you put on the rubber buffers. Then simply remove the rubber buffers once the ground becomes softer.

Discs

The discs provided prevent the poles from sinking into very soft ground. Screw the discs onto the plastic element above the tip from underneath. You can always leave the discs on the poles.

Always carry the rubber buffers with you so that you can change them quickly if necessary.

The hand straps on your TCHIBO 664 981 serve to attach the poles to your hands. The ergonomically formed handles ensure you have a firm hold and that your wrists are in a comfortable position. The hand straps are marked R for right and L for left.

1. Open the hook-and-loop fastener on the strap.

2. Put your hand through the strap so that the R or L mark points upwards and your thumb goes through the thumb hole.

3. Pass the strap once around your wrist and pull it tight. It should provide a good amount of support but not constrict your wrists.

• Nordic walking is similar to normal walking, except the movement involves a little more momentum and bigger strides. You should consciously move your arms in the opposite direction to your legs – i.e. the right leg and the left arm go forward, while the left leg and the right arm are stretched backwards. The poles support this movement sequence and provide momentum when you are moving your leg from the back to the front.

• Your upper body should be slightly bent forward, your gaze straight ahead.

• During the movement you should also actively twist your pelvic girdle and shoulder girdle against each other. At the same time, the shoulders remain relaxed. Pull them backwards/downwards during the movement. Don’t tense up! Pull your chest forward/upwards as you do this.

• Never fully extend the front leg; the knee should always remain slightly bent.

• Set down the heel first and then roll your foot forward until you can push off again from the ball of the foot and the toes. To do this, place the parallel pole (left leg = left pole) on the floor under the body’s centre of gravity and push yourself forward.

• The arms are brought forward and back from the shoulder. The swing in the arms automatically transfers to the swing of the steps. In the front position the arm remains bent, stretching backwards: do not fully extend it. Bring your arms close to your body.

• The hands close around the handle when swinging the pole forward and release it when bringing the pole back.

• If necessary, wipe the poles clean with a damp cloth without using any cleaning agent.

• To avoid rust stains developing, dry wet poles thoroughly before collapsing them.

• Do not store the poles in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight, but rather in a dry indoor room at ambient temperature.

• You can wash the hand straps by hand with a mild detergent as needed.

• To release the hand strap, press the button at the top and pull the plastic clip out of the handle.

• To reattach the hand strap, insert the plastic clip back into the handle until you hear and feel it click into place. Make sure that it is the correct way round.