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Posted by rexim on April 18, 2007 at 1:37:30 pm EDT
In reply to Hiking Poles posted by WVbackpacker on April 12, 2007 at 6:13:04 pm EDT

I've tried using a pair of hiking poles but found that I really preferred using only one, leaving one hand free. After trying adjustable poles, I settled on a fixed-length staffs. My favorite is a hardwood broom handle, bought at a hardware store, about 5-6 in length, with a crutch tip screwed onto the bottom. The handgrip is made from parachute cord wrapped around the pole, and a wrist strap is attached through a hole drilled in the staff. On top of the staff is a Stoney Point binocular rest which comes in handy not just for bird and deer watching but also makes a convenient handle when I'm supporting myself with the staff while I'm walking up or down slopes. I also use the staff to lean against after a tough climb. I can put all my weight on it without fear of bending or breaking it.

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