A good stick is first and foremost a reliable companion for your journey.
When choosing a stick for the journey, you need to consider many nuances. How the stick fits in your hand, whether its tip is too weak, whether there are vibrations when you place it on the ground, how well it suits your height.
Many people think that a good stick can be made. Of course, you can try, but is it necessary when nature has already taken care of us.
Take a look at this stick. Perfect fit in the hand, almost uniform thickness throughout the shaft. The knots in the lower part add naturalness and authenticity.
The upper part fits perfectly in the hand, allowing you to maintain a 90-degree angle at the elbow, eliminating strain and pinching from the wrist. The smooth handle also allows you to experiment by changing the position of the stick in your hand, so you can find the most optimal placement for yourself. So this is our number one choice for long distances.
There are also sticks for short distances and evening strolls. The emphasis in such sticks is on lightness and simplicity. Not as sturdy, but due to their lightness, they provide decent support. They are convenient for transportation and suitable for everyone.
It's important that the stick meets three criteria:
As you can see, this stick fails on all three criteria. This is a good example of how NOT to choose a stick for hiking
It's worth turning to the delicate curves of wooden beauty. The elegance of lines, the grace of contours, lightness and beauty. For all aesthetes, both men and women. If the beauty of the walk is of paramount importance to you
