I'd carry both, not sure I'd use trekking poles for alpine hikes tho

Hi Felix. It very much depends on the terrain. Long distances on easier terrain trekking poles still win, but on steeper and rougher terrain we feel these are hands down better options and personally will not take trekking poles at all. MTN Sticks are much more durable and means you always have it as a safety tool in your hand at all times. This can be for anything from steep country or even just bear country.