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Walking Canes/Poles.
« on: December 28, 2008, 05:19:30 PM »
Right due to continued foot woes, and a point blank refusal on my part of get a tin top or motorbike, I'm going to need a cain to get about on if I've got to walk or stand for any significant period of time :(

But I know nothing about them, figuring at the tender age of 32 I'd not need one for a good few years at least >:(

What I want is a nice light cane, that can stand up to the occational wrapping around a bad guys skull :D, Ideally available this side of the pond too :)

And some sizing information would be great too :tu:

Thanks in advance fella's :)
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #1 on: December 28, 2008, 05:22:12 PM »
I don't know if it's available over there... but I always liked this one >:D

http://www.coldsteel.com/irishblackthorn.html
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #2 on: December 28, 2008, 05:23:59 PM »
Cold steel do an amazing City stick or for the more relaxed approach try their "Walkabout"  :cheers:

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #3 on: December 28, 2008, 05:35:51 PM »
Hmm, how about something like this for Micky the old. :D

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #4 on: December 28, 2008, 07:37:13 PM »
I don't know if it's available over there... but I always liked this one >:D

http://www.coldsteel.com/irishblackthorn.html
Now that I like >:D
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #5 on: December 28, 2008, 07:37:42 PM »
Cold steel do an amazing City stick or for the more relaxed approach try their "Walkabout"  :cheers:
Hmm that looks good too :)

Anything domestically though :think:
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #6 on: December 28, 2008, 07:37:59 PM »
Hmm, how about something like this for Micky the old. :D
Sod off :twak: :D
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #7 on: December 29, 2008, 12:40:27 AM »
I've used a cane on occasion (bad knees) and the best advice I could give is; don't get anything too heavy.  You'll just end up resenting the fact that you are carting around the extra weight.  Check out your local antiques and bric-a-brac shops, you might get a nice cane for £20-£30 as long as it hasn't got silver fittings.

BTW I just put my cane on the kitchen scales and it weighs in at less than 8oz.  I still wouldn't want it wrapped round the side of my head.  ;)

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #8 on: December 29, 2008, 12:54:59 AM »
For your academic enjoyment.

http://ejmas.com/jnc/jncart_barton-wright_0200.htm

I know some chaps that have worked with this system and have done some work on it myself and, despite the silly hats, it is a quite effective system. 


Disclaimer:  I will now point out that as a responsible Martial Arts instructor I do not recommend you carry anything with self defence in mind.  It puts you on the wrong side of the law here in the UK.  Sorry for the serious bit, normal service will resume shortly.  :ahhh  ;)

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #9 on: December 29, 2008, 01:55:35 AM »
What style of martial arts do you study? I have studied: Brazillian Jujitsu, Aikido, Judo (still studying), and Kenpo.. After years of martial art training, I would have to say Judo is my favorite!
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #10 on: December 29, 2008, 02:04:58 AM »
I bought a couple of cheap walking poles recently, as I have RA and had intended to take up walking with SWMBO. Although I've only managed to walk as far as the car so far, Gareth's point about weight sounds very valid.

I suppose for use about town etc, those colourful poles aren't really ideal.

I bought this kind of thing, but much cheaper until I know whether they would be much use to me:



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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #11 on: December 29, 2008, 02:46:54 AM »
Leki and Komperdell are common manufacturers of trekking poles, which are infinitely adjustable with telescoping shafts.  They're lightweight and collapse for easy loading into packs and cars.  Usually you can find rubber tips for inside use.

If you're looking at this sort of option, I can highly recommend both companies.

No good as weapons however.  :D

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #12 on: December 29, 2008, 05:43:16 AM »
Here ya go Micky... on your side of the pond too (I think)

http://www.midwayuk.com/apps/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?SaleItemID=246838
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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #13 on: December 29, 2008, 06:40:05 AM »
ohh no! you think he was cocky before!

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Re: Walking Canes/Poles.
« Reply #14 on: December 29, 2008, 10:19:44 AM »
For your academic enjoyment.

http://ejmas.com/jnc/jncart_barton-wright_0200.htm

I know some chaps that have worked with this system and have done some work on it myself and, despite the silly hats, it is a quite effective system. 


Disclaimer:  I will now point out that as a responsible Martial Arts instructor I do not recommend you carry anything with self defence in mind.  It puts you on the wrong side of the law here in the UK.  Sorry for the serious bit, normal service will resume shortly.  :ahhh  ;)
Great linky mate :) That's definetly being saved to favourites :)
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