Single German tent pole sections. These should be offizielly used in sets of four to make a 1-meter (40") tent pole but since we're not in Germany, rules don't need to be followed.

These are sold as 10-packs with a pretty hefty discount. We recommend that option.

The aluminium pieces telescope 4 cm (1.5") into the next section when assembled. We wouldn't make anything for pole vaulting out of these - except at home, because of course you will - but otherwise, the uses are many. And remember: there are no redundant pieces, only spares.

These work with various Eastern and Western European shelter halves and US rain ponchos to make a shelter.

German surplus

These poles normally used to pitch a 2-man tent in the Bundeswehr. The condition is used but serviceable.