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For serious hikers — or those aspiring to be serious hikers — we offer a versatile, strong, and robust spike tip option called the Lee Valley Spike. This spike tip has been a popular choice on all of our walking sticks, and even a few walking cane users have found the Lee Valley Spike to be beneficial. Several years ago our friends at Lee Valley Tools collaborated with us to develop this spike tip, and it’s been one of our best selling spike options ever since. This tip features a virtually indestructible brass design that is screwed in to the bottom of your...

The military, police officers, and firefighters all risk their lives to keep us and our country safe. Give back to those who have served you and your country with a handmade Brazos walking stick. Difficulty walking and climbing stairs is the most common disability among disabled veterans. A walking stick improves balance and mobility for disabled and older veterans, while serving as a personal memento of their sacrifice and service. Read on to discover the benefits of Brazos walking sticks and canes for retired police officers, firefighters, and veterans. Improve balance and mobility As people age daily physical activities like walking become more...

As spoken by Aristotle, “In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” Hiking allows us to experience the beauty of nature and become more connected to ourselves and the world around us. In addition, hiking improves our mood and keeps us healthy and fit. Hiking offers many spiritual, mental, and physical benefits and is an enjoyable activity for people of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re going on a long trek or have mobility issues, hiking sticks can maximize your hiking experience and performance. They can reduce strain on your leg muscles and joints, while increasing mobility, speed,...

The bond between brothers and sisters in arms last a lifetime. For those who’ve served together — no matter at home, abroad or shoulder to shoulder in armed conflict — the time spent in the service becomes a part of who you are. In our later years, the desire to reconnect with our fellow servicemen and servicewomen becomes stronger. We wonder where they live now and how the family they always talked about are doing. We stop and pause when thinking about if they would recognize us if passing by on the sidewalk. This may be an emotional moment, but...