[at-l] hiking pole questions

[shane@theplacewithnoname.com (Shane Steinkamp)]

I've been using the white cane since my mother lost much of her vision and I
attended the class with her.  The first time I held one, I said to myself,
"Hey, now here's a nice walking stick."  Knowing how to use one as the
vision impaired do can also help with night hiking...  At $17 each and
having different changeable tips available for just a little extra, you
almost can't beat them.  Of course, they aren't made to support your whole
weight, but they work very well to stabilize you in rough terrain - which is
what a good walking stick is supposed to do.



Shane Steinkamp

> what a great idea!!    ive been using $5 used ski poles  and
> while they work
> just fine, they do not collapse.    I have a buddy who is a  certified
> orthosist<sp?  he makes and fits artificial limbs, and I'm gonna see if he
> can get me two to try out
>
> can anyone think of a use for 1 1/2" diameter titanium tubing of various
> lengths?  I have access to a ton of it but cant think of a way to use it
> hiking