Walking Sticks

If you don't mind the high price, Kingfisher Woodworks sells the strongest wooden walking staffs available (according to them). They are made from Appalachian Hickory. The link above includes strength/impact test results for a variety of wood.
 
I like Brazo's Walking Sticks. I have the twisted hickory walking stick and it's simply awesome. Great quality stick. :thumbup: I have read that bamboo makes for great walking sticks too, you can ask Doc Canada about them. And I have also heard really good things about the Kingfisher sticks (linked above).
 
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Some great ideas and info there guys. Thanks for that.

I'll have to see what I can find in Oz, don't want to be paying as much for postage as I do for the stick! :)
 
JRB said:
If you don't mind the high price, Kingfisher Woodworks sells the strongest wooden walking staffs available (according to them). They are made from Appalachian Hickory. The link above includes strength/impact test results for a variety of wood.
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I have one with the strap and added some hockey stick tape to keep the lanyard right in my sweet spot. I use it often wherever I may encounter unfriendly's whether it be 2 or 4 legs......... best stick i've had yet. Will hold full body weight plus pack weight (#250 for me) no problem. Not too thick or thin. Shifts from hand to hand with little effort.
http://kingfisherwoodworks.com/hikingstickstrap.htm
 
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gajinoz said:
I've decided I want to get a walking stick. Not that I really need one but I can think of uses for it.

What I'm looking for is something sturdy, looks good and could, if the nasty stuff hits the fan, be used in a self defence scenario.

Any and all suggestions welcome. Links to places that sell them, production or custom, would be good.

Thanks.
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Gaj,
I'll post and run...Coffee calling, try researching Irish Shillelagh's.

I have, and there's just something about them I think you'll appreciate ;)
 
Ozy said:
Gaj,
I'll post and run...Coffee calling, try researching Irish Shillelagh's.

I have, and there's just something about them I think you'll appreciate ;)
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OK, great. Do you know of a source for them on Oz?
 
Here's the shop I communicated with about 12-18 months ago, however - it seems they've experienced shortages with supply of Blackthorn though ..

http://www.lollysmith.com/blst.html

I also did a quick search on that Auction site, and you're looking at approx $90.00usd for a genuine blackthorn cane with postage of $15.00 usd.

Another result came up from Ireland directly, the sellers name is Ballymaglin, they will charge you GBP 6.50 For postage.

Here is a picture of the product they sell

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Quarantine will look at the package when it arrives at the international mail centre, these canes are heavily treated and are non viable for pests and insects.

It is a unique and rare item here in Aus, but the Blackthorn Canes have a long and steeped history in the Irish culture.

Would be happy to discuss further if you need assistance I can do the legwork.

my email is daniel @ gtl (dot) com (dot) au.
 
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These are very good, if you are talking about a walking stick for the outdoors.

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Last week I received a hickory sapling shepherd’s staff I ordered from them and took it with me on a hike.
I have never used a shepherd’s staff as a hiking stick before, but it felt surprisingly comfortable.
The crook on the top was great to rest both of my hands when taking a breather and came in handy for moving away branches for an easier pass or better view.
Also, ole hickory is hard to beat for overall toughness.:thumbup::thumbup:
 
The Leki poles have replaceable tips with a Tungsten Carbide insert, 3 different sized baskets (removeable), a rubber tip to cover the WC tip, adjustable length, adjustable shock absorption, adjustable wrist straps, and a variety of shaft and handle materials. They are also very light.
 
tiguy7 said:
The Leki poles have replaceable tips with a Tungsten Carbide insert, 3 different sized baskets (removeable), a rubber tip to cover the WC tip, adjustable length, adjustable shock absorption, adjustable wrist straps, and a variety of shaft and handle materials. They are also very light.
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I have hiking poles myself too (not Leki brand though). They are very useful, especially for long, strenuous hikes with big changes in elevation.
The traditional wooden walking sticks are different beasts. They are one of a kind, and while heavier, they are also very versatile (e.g scout staves).
Trekking poles and wooden walking sticks are not mutually exclusive.
I like them both.:thumbup:
 
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I've been after something myself, I have two wooden hiking staffs but am after something more or less I can use to beat on, I've been thinking a rake or shovel from lowes or HD, they have replacement ones for $10 or even a brand new fiberglass, just ditch the tool? Get a rubber tip, and put something on the other end, a paracord a handle? Or just leave the handle it comes with? JR
 
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I've been after something myself, I have two wooden hiking staffs but am after something more or less I can use to beat on, I've been thinking a rake or shovel from lowes or HD, they have replacement ones for $10 or even a brand new fiberglass, just ditch the tool? Get a rubber tip, and put something on the other end, a paracord a handle? Or just leave the handle it comes with? JR
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You just have to try it yourself to see if it will work for you.

7 years ago I bought an ash replacement rake handle from HD for the very same reason. I tried to walk around with it at home for 15 minutes and found out it was too heavy and very stiff to be useful as a hiking staff, at least for me. It was returned to HD right away.
My next purchase there was a lighter, Brazilian hardwood (likely tauari wood) 60” mop handle. While I still have it, it just does not feel as well balanced or as sturdy as my hickory sapling staves.
 
Check out the biggest river site. There is a hardwood stick for about $10 shipping included that includes a spike foot and rubber ferrule foot. I picked up a set for the whole family for $40. They weigh next to nothing, and are solid as steel. Not sure what wood they are, but they are the best. PM me if you need the particulars and I can look it up.
 
Take up jojutsu (japanese art of short staff) or something something similar before using a staff as a weapon. It can usual be found as an integral part of Aikido which could be easier to find.

I wouldn't advise goin 'round flailing sticks at people all willy nilly as a self defense method without any training, it can be problematic and probably won't prevent any attack unless you face a very timid attacker. Not usually the case in legitimate situation where someone wants to do you harm. I don't know any timid criminals..
 
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