[Blindtlk] cane advice

[Judy Jones]

I use the telescopic cane all the time for in-town use, and love it.  A good 
firm pull will keep it extended, but you don't have to apply a lot of 
strength.  I know that once in a while one of the sections will want to 
collapse, but it doesn’t take half a second to place the tip between your 
feet and give a firm tug to fix it.  It's my favorite cane because I can 
collapse it and pop it in my purse when not using it.

If you're doing any hiking, a sturdier cane is better for off-road.  I 
actually like to use a folding cane with a red ball tip in those situations. 
That red ball is about the size of a pool ball and is great for going 
through any rough country.

Hope this helps.

Judy

-----Original Message----- 
From: Tom via blindtlk
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2014 1:30 AM
To: 'Blind Talk Mailing List'
Subject: [Blindtlk] cane advice

Hello.

I'd like to ask what you think about certain canes, mainly the telescopic
canes.  I use them but am finding that I'm not very sure of them or myself
when I'm walking because they seem to want to collapse on me at the worst
time.  I fear tightening them too much because I don't want the bottom joint
to come out or damage.

I don't know if this is normal for these canes but I have had two now and
seem to find the same issues.

Any advice or ideas?  I was told these would be the best canes to use
because they were easy to use and store but I want to know.

Tom







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