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If you’d like to accessorize your walking stick, Brazos Walking Sticks gives you plenty of options. We offer everything from custom laser engraving to Texas State Seals. As far as ferrules go, we have a plethora of options to choose from. All of our sticks come with a standard rubber ferrule; this rubber tip provides sure “footing” for just about any environment. We do, however, offer three types of ferrules that both ardent hikers and enthusiasts would be interested in: The Lee Valley Spike This spike is out top-of-the-line model. It boasts a brass construction with a removable spike and rubber tip....

We frequently get calls from customers looking for a hiking stick or walking cane to help keep them safe on trails and in neighborhood streets. Most concerns revolve around four-legged creatures, the kind with sharp teeth and surly dispositions. My family and I live out in the country, and if there’s one constant to country life, it’s the fact that there will be loose dogs running around—and typically there are no dog-catchers to corral the fierce canids. Therefore, if we want to enjoy leisurely strolls through rolling Texas countrysides, we need to be constantly aware of potential threats from not-so-well-meaning...

We get that question a lot, and there’s no clear cut answer since there are numerous variables to consider: What is your aesthetic leaning? Do you want something dense, or lightweight? Do you want the strongest wood money can buy or something inexpensive? Believe it or not, wood is not a static, lifeless, one-size-fits all commodity. On the contrary, wood is more like a living, breathing, holistic palette of color and texture — one that can be personalized to your individual tastes. Collectors know that the varieties of wood are virtually endless, and when you couple that variety with our...

One question we get asked all the time is,    “How do you size a stick?” To be sure, sizing can be a subjective art form.  What feels right for one person may feel uncomfortable for another.  With that in mind, take these guidelines we've picked up on our journey, and run with them. We think they'll do you right.   So here you go, a guide on how to size your walking stick: – For small children and shorter adults, we generally recommend a 41-inch stick.– For people who are shorter than 5’4″, we recommend a 48-inch stick.– For people who are...