The Hitchhiker design is a Brazos Walking Sticks original. With its distinctive, majestic spiraling twist, and its unique thumbs up" profile, it has won the admiration of thousands of hikers and collectors alike. Now we are proud to offer the unique Hitchhiker design coupled with the legendary strength, flexibility, and versatility of hickory. Behold, the new Hickory Hitchhiker Walking Stick! Whether you're planning a rigorous trek across mountainous terrain or a leisurely stroll through lazy neighborhood pathways, the Hickory Hitchhiker is a stick you can count on to last for years to come. Do you want the world world to know this stick belongs to you? Customize it with precision laser engraving. Want to add a few fashionable accouterments? Try a Brazos Walking Sticks medallion, a Texas State Seal, or a pewter star. Want to add some functionality? Add a compass or a thermometer. All of our hickory is meticulously chosen, cut, sanded, and prepared by our own craftsmen. Each piece is finished with a protective clear coat lacquer to magnify the hickory's natural beauty. This staff comes in one of four sizes: 41-inches (primarily a "child's size"), 48-inches, 55-inches, and 58-inches. The walking stick also comes with a standard rubber ferrule for a firm, secure grip on virtually any surface. For serious hiking the rubber ferrule can be upgraded to a spike ferrule, combination spike, or our top-of-the-line Lee Valley Spike, per your choice. Like all of our finely crafted walking sticks and canes, the Hickory Hitchhiker Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality wood and time-tested methods."