[Blindtlk] AmbuTech graphite folding canes with roller tips

[AlyssaHenson]

I am totally blind and have used the slim line model regularly with no problems. I think it's all a matter of personal preference.
Alyssa 

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> On Jun 13, 2015, at 8:50 PM, Arielle Silverman via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Thanks! I looked up the Slim Line, and it was advertised as being
> great for "identification-only or light duty" but that is also "half
> the weight of a graphite mobility cane". If I want a light cane I can
> use for serious travel, would the "graphite mobility cane" be the best
> choice or is the ultralight slim-line cane strong enough?
> Arielle
> 
>> On 6/13/15, AlyssaHenson via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Yes there is. The slim line cane is similar to the NFB folding cane in
>> weight and also has 7 sections. The difference is the joints are way better
>> built. I've used both NFB style and roller tips on these canes successfully.
>> I don't think the adjustment will be too hard.
>> Alyssa
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Jun 13, 2015, at 6:37 PM, Arielle Silverman via blindtlk
>>> <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I want to keep my NFB straight cane but also have an AmbuTech folding
>>> cane to use as a spare or when I travel to places where a folding cane
>>> is more convenient (eg, airline travel). Are you happy with the
>>> graphite? Is it really ultralight?
>>> 
>>>> On 6/13/15, Ericka via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> I don't know if they have straight cane to take a roller tip. I love my
>>>> marshmallow roller tip. I love it for the reasons you gave in your post.
>>>> I
>>>> keep getting it stuck in places where the handle ends up sticking me in
>>>> the
>>>> gut. I try to get an Ambutech cane  the length the NFB recommends.
>>>> 
>>>> Ericka
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> 
>>>>> On Jun 13, 2015, at 6:26 PM, Arielle Silverman via blindtlk
>>>>> <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> Hi all.
>>>>> The cane tip discussion reminded me that I have been thinking about
>>>>> trying one of the AmbuTech folding canes but want to get some
>>>>> feedback. I love my lightweight NFB straight cane and could never use
>>>>> an aluminum cane again, but I've been repeatedly disappointed by NFB's
>>>>> telescoping and folding cane options, and sometimes it's just way more
>>>>> convenient to use a folding cane. I'm also thinking about trying a
>>>>> rolling tip because I think NFB tips sometimes get stuck in sidewalk
>>>>> cracks and such. I also hate having to change my NFB tip monthly and I
>>>>> was intrigued to read that roller tips only have to be changed once a
>>>>> year.
>>>>> So here are my questions. (1) Does AmbuTech have a lightweight cane
>>>>> option similar to the NFB's fiberglass or carbon fiber canes? Would
>>>>> graphite be the best choice if I want something light? And (2) are you
>>>>> happy with the roller tips and as a longtime NFB cane user, do you
>>>>> think I would have any trouble adjusting to a roller tip? Or is there
>>>>> a better tip option?
>>>>> Thanks, Arielle
>>>>> 
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