[Electronics-talk] [EXTERNAL] Re: Lightweight Canes

[Baracco, Andrew W]

I like them but they break too easily for my use case so I had to go to
the Ambutech canes which are heavier but much more sturdy.

Andy


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Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: [Electronics-talk] Lightweight Canes

I like the carbon fiber canes the NFB sells.  They are sturdy and
lightweight.  You can find them at the NFB Materials Center through
links on NFB.org.  They come as either straight or telescoping.  
I wouldn't use telescoping for all-day use, as they sometimes get
wobbly, but I have one I throw in my backpack in case my guide dog gets
sick when we're out.
Tracy


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Subject: [Electronics-talk] Lightweight Canes

Hello all,
This is a low-tech question, as I know of no such list. If there is
another appropriate list, please let me know. I had a slim very
lightweight cane from California Canes(which is no longer in
business) for many years and loved it. However at Thanksgiving it was
run over by a car and broken in half. Does anyone know where I could get
a very lightweight slim cane? I have the usual type from Ambutech as a
back-up, but they are twice as heavy and more like carrying a tank for
me. Also the super light aluminum identity cane is too fragile to carry
for every day use. If anyone knows of a company that makes a lightweight
cane I would be very grateful. Shonen

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