Took me from "gimp" to "game!" |
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| I first suggested one of these to my mother, who has arthritic knees and said the traditional canes "made her feel old." She loved hers and bought me one after I had foot surgery about 6 months ago. Somehow, as someone else pointed out, there is a HUGE psychological difference between using one of these (designed for active hikers, etc, so it fits right in with the "look" of an active lifestyle!) and the typical "shepherd's hook" type cane that seems to SCREAM "handicap!" Makes it so much easier to maintain proper posture when walking, which enhances healing while making it easier and more efficient to get around. What's not to like about that? We both love the adjustable length, contoured grip and the wrist loop helps stabilize you if you need a little help getting up from chairs, etc. I have found it tends to go into "anti-shock" mode pretty easily, and have had it "collapse" slightly a couple times when I bore too much weight on it after it had turned and loosened. STill, I think it's a great piece of equipment, and I'm still using mine! Also great for travel, since it collapses up small! |
| hyperhorse at Sierra Trading Post on 05/26/2008 |
better than straight walking sticks |
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| i originally bought one a year or so ago....i thought it came in pairs like walking sticks.It comes as single..not a pair. But i still liked how i could walk with it like a cane or like a walking stick. Only down fall was it was easy to pull beyond the limit when adjusting. I was walking in some reeds and it got caught and pulled it in half...so was broken. I just now ordered 4 more...two for me and two for husband. We both have arthritis in our feet/ankle area so we really need help walking. Both of us have so far found we really enjoy the use of the cane feature as well as using it as walking stick. i just warn him not to pull it beyond...and not to use in thick reed mud!! But i use it everyday while walking dogs around a lake. It is also just much nicer than regular cane around town too. |
| dog hiker at Sierra Trading Post on 08/21/2009 |
Great all-purpose walking stick |
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| I bought the walking stick with the cane style grip because I have back and foot problems, and sometimes, well, I need a cane! I use this while hiking and find that it's great on hills. It's also helpful when negotiating icy sidewalks while walking my dogs. With the rubber tip, I've used it around the house as a cane when I have pain issues. I don't know that it would stand up to constant use as a cane, but for occasional use, it's great. The only thing I don't like is that I have trouble tightening it enough so that it doesn't collapse a bit if I put some weight on it. Overall, I like it enough to have given two as gifts. |
| Ann W. at Sierra Trading Post on 01/03/2008 |
Lightweight, compact, cane |
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| The Komperdell Walking Pole with Cork Grip is as billed. It is light weight, collapsible, easy to adjust for users up to 6'4 inches. I am 6 ft 2 inches and still have a couple of inches of length that I have not used when adjusted for my height on a flat surface. The disadvantage is that these poles are labeled ultra light, which they are. If you are going to use them for serious hiking in rough terrain, you are hard on equipment or are of stout build, you would be better served by a stouter set of poles. |
| The Bike Doc at Sierra Trading Post on 05/11/2008 |
Good for any type of walking |
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| This was to replace a defective walking stick of same brand but it did not have the anti-shock feature. In the short time I've had this,it is nice. Needs to have a rubber tip for places where the surface would be slippery (like cobblestones, museums, etc.)and quieter under certain circumstances. I found a rubber walking foot at a local sporting goods store that fits well and makes usage easier. Hand grip is comfortable. This brand collapses to a good size for packing in a suitcase. No real cons so far, other than that it needs a rubber tip. |
| Buttercup at Sierra Trading Post on 03/26/2009 |
Best choice for every day |
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| Even though I have physical problems that make walking difficult I still enjoy walking in the wilderness. This cane can be used for the wilderness AND every day mall and museum walking. Its "techy" and attractive enough so I don't look like my 64 years of age. I own two of these and keep one in the car in case I forget to take the other. The shock absorber helps my wrist from getting tired at the end of the day. It is a step above the J-Shaped, aluminum, "geezer" cane I used to own. |
| Ron, ex backpacker and spelunker at Sierra Trading Post on 12/12/2007 |
It's not a crutch - it's a tool |
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| I purchased this for my boyfriend who has peripheral neuralgia as a result of being struck by lightning. This walking stick is a nifty item that gives pleasure as well as aid - its technologically 'sweet' features invites one to consider broadening horizons - and unlike traditional canes, carries no stigma of infirmity. When I see him with it I think 'bionic man' - better than he was before :-). Caveats - basket requires heavy pliers to remove. Rubber tip is not supplied. Google it for more advice. |
| Angelic she is not at Sierra Trading Post on 05/19/2008 |
KOMPERDELL walking pole |
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| EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS KOMPERDELL WALKING CANE WITH CORK HANDLE IS HIGH QUALITY, AMAZINGLY LIGHT AND STRONG. I DID HAVE TO REMOVE THE STRAP (NO SWEAT) AND BUY A RUBBER TIP (ON SALE FROM SIERRA) FOR IT SINCE I WALK MY NEIGHBORHOOD AND SPEND MOST OF MY TIME ON SIDEWALKS AND STREETS. BEING A CANCER PATIENT ON CHEMO, I GO THROUGH PERIODS WHEN I'M REALLY FATIGUED. THIS CANE IS SO LIGHT AND STRONG, I DON'T EVEN NEED TO CHANGE HANDS. |
| JEWDYSSEOS at Sierra Trading Post on 10/22/2009 |
Walking pole a comfortable alternative |
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| I switched from dual trekking poles to the walking pole because I was developing severe tennis elbow. Not sure it was caused by the poles, but after a long hike it hurt. These walking poles are like canes that allow stability without bending and straining the wrist & elbow. They don't have quite the range for stream crossings or lifting oneself up hills, but they help and did not seem to aggrevate my elbows. |
| Peter at Sierra Trading Post on 11/26/2008 |
A great, light walking stick..... |
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| The cane grip is comfortable to hold, and it is very light weight. Mine didn't come with any paperwork, so it took a bit to figure out how to turn the shock absorber on and off. The cane grip makes it possible to put weight on the walking stick and less on your back...great for nursing an injury or sore leg. |
| Pixelchix at Sierra Trading Post on 03/20/2008 |
