These are two nice general purpose poles with anodized shock absorbing cable on legs made of (at first glance) natural rubber and in a nice case. They're not super light, but they're not as heavy as the ones I used as a pre-internet Stone Age kid either. They are good for car camping or as a quick shelter from the weather in your backyard. They are also small enough for motorcycle camping. But I wouldn't take them on hikes if they weren't part of my main stash (still, they're quite large and heavy). You will need a tarp, pegs and some guy lines. What they are I think they are of good quality and decent value. I like her.