Walking Sticks and Poles
Some experienced hikers and campers choose to use walking sticks and poles to help them navigate different types of terrain. While we often assume that someone using a walking stick has some type of physical challenge, this is rarely the case for hikers using walking sticks. Walking sticks and poles can be extremely useful for offering stability … Keep Reading → and leverage in a wide range of environments. They can make it easier and in some cases make it possible to go through or over areas that would be too difficult without the help of a walking stick. The sticks are made from different materials including wood and stronger composite materials. Some of the higher quality walking sticks offer telescoping designs that can alternate for a wide range of height requirements. Some sticks also come with built in shock absorbers to take pressure off the hiker and reduce stress on joints such as knees and backs.
