i have 2 canes. my first one is a regular cane with rounded handle, thought that would be better when shopping i could hang it on the cart handle. it became cumbersome in the car. if i am alone, i rest it on the passenger seat, but if someone is with me, i have to put it in the back seat. not helpful since i need the cane to get out of the car.
so, i bought a folding cane. just a straight cane that folded into 4 sections, but no velcro strap included, so when folded and no way to keep it together, it reopens. my daughter gave me one of her hair ties to keep it closed, but of course, those are easy to lose.
this time i decided to do some research. i learned the off-set handle is better for balance issues (me). i search amazon and found this cane. here are the reasons i like it:
1. the off-set does help with balance — why i don't quite understand, but i can tell you that it does.
2. when folded, it folds in half instead of fours which makes it easier, less cumbersome.
3. it has a nice sturdy cushioned handle so it doesn't bother my hand.
4. i like the tip on this cane — since it adjusts to different types of ground – cement, gravel, dirt etc.
5. the price was right, which is important to me.
6. it is light weight but sturdy enough.
7. i like the way it screws/unscrews to set the height. the push buttons to set the height on my
current folding cane sometimes slip and the bottom of the cane slips down. at least with this one, i
know it can't slip without being unscrewed.
the only other thing i may change, and this is just personal preference, i would prefer the grip to have finger placements- like a bike handle bar grip. i will see if the grip is removeable — almost sure it is — and replace it with a bike handlebar grip with finger placement. the grip that comes on the cane is fine, but i prefer a bike handle type grip.
i gave it a 4 rating because they forgot to include the Velcro strap to keep it closed when folded. called amazon and they are sending one.
its a nice cane with nice features at a very reasonable price. i'm satisfied with my purchase. who knew there were soooo many things to consider when buying a cane.
J. S. Hjemma –
Sturdy, foldable, reliable
Very sturdy. Cushioned handle. Folds and has strap to secure. Good height range. Strap is a part of the handle so does not slide down. I wasn’t sure I would like the tip. Pictures made it appear unstable, but it has good stability, heavy rubber with good tread. I am very satisfied for the price. Only came in solid colors at this price, so hope the price comes down on the patterns. I had tried the Hurry Cane, which wa OK, but didn’t have a strap attached for folding or wrist strap secured like this does. Another brand I returned for refund because the handle was tiny and tip was plastic. This is the definite winner of the 3 folding cane styles in the affordable price range. I saw others at twice this price. Give this A+
norman l –
Great and sturdy
Bought this for my dad. He really loves this cane! He deals with both psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis, and sometimes his knees just completely give out, so he needed some backup. This cane is super sturdy for the price, which is great. It folds up easily, which is a lifesaver, and the little rubber tip is really rugged. I got the black one, and it’s nice and lightweight, so it’s not a pain to carry around. It’s been fantastic for helping him keep my balance. It’s easy to adjust, simple to put together.
Kathryn O. –
Best Cane
Not my first cane, but certainly my last. Very sturdy and comfortable. I love the color and ease of adjusting. This is a wonderful aid.
Carolk9s –
Very nice cane
Very nice cane and it was not expensive. It is quite lightweight but sturdy. It looks great and is easy to use or carry.
janet w –
everythinng i was looking for
i have 2 canes. my first one is a regular cane with rounded handle, thought that would be better when shopping i could hang it on the cart handle. it became cumbersome in the car. if i am alone, i rest it on the passenger seat, but if someone is with me, i have to put it in the back seat. not helpful since i need the cane to get out of the car.so, i bought a folding cane. just a straight cane that folded into 4 sections, but no velcro strap included, so when folded and no way to keep it together, it reopens. my daughter gave me one of her hair ties to keep it closed, but of course, those are easy to lose.this time i decided to do some research. i learned the off-set handle is better for balance issues (me). i search amazon and found this cane. here are the reasons i like it:1. the off-set does help with balance — why i don’t quite understand, but i can tell you that it does.2. when folded, it folds in half instead of fours which makes it easier, less cumbersome.3. it has a nice sturdy cushioned handle so it doesn’t bother my hand.4. i like the tip on this cane — since it adjusts to different types of ground – cement, gravel, dirt etc.5. the price was right, which is important to me.6. it is light weight but sturdy enough.7. i like the way it screws/unscrews to set the height. the push buttons to set the height on mycurrent folding cane sometimes slip and the bottom of the cane slips down. at least with this one, iknow it can’t slip without being unscrewed.the only other thing i may change, and this is just personal preference, i would prefer the grip to have finger placements- like a bike handle bar grip. i will see if the grip is removeable — almost sure it is — and replace it with a bike handlebar grip with finger placement. the grip that comes on the cane is fine, but i prefer a bike handle type grip.i gave it a 4 rating because they forgot to include the Velcro strap to keep it closed when folded. called amazon and they are sending one.its a nice cane with nice features at a very reasonable price. i’m satisfied with my purchase. who knew there were soooo many things to consider when buying a cane.
Natalie Beckett –
Approved
This was a great solid cane for me. I just had full knee replacement surgery and needed a cane to transition to. There were many colors and was adjustable for my height. It appeared to work for me and what I needed it for. Durable rubber bottom so not to slip so very safe.
Stephanie Simon –
Quality on a Budget.
Super lightweight and sturdy for me, great grip. I bought a purple one for my recovery from hip replacement surgery. I thought it was much nicer in quality and appearance than I’d anticipated, I’ll be buying a couple more in different colors. Totally worth the $13 price.
Joan B –
Sturdy adjustable cane
It is easy to take apart into two pieces and put back together. The brown color is more like bronze. I like the color and it works for a man or woman. The rubber bottom is a little wider than some and doesn’t tilt for stability. I also like the foam on the handle.
Evie T. –
Light weight and comfortable to walk with. I bought a second one as so happy with it
Lesley –
Very nice cane. The tip is perfect for all terrain. It folds up easily.
Anonymous –
I depend on my crutches when I leave my house, so I use this cane mostly at home. It works well. It’s got good stability, and the handle isn’t uncomfortable. And a lot of shock absorption, which is great. Pretty color! Recommend for indoor use, as I haven’t gone outside with it. Important to note that regular ice-spikes don’t fit on this cane, since the bottom part is so long. So use with caution in winter or cold climates, or not at all. As I said, the handle isn’t uncomfortable, but it’s also not exactly comfortable. It’s kind of like a foam material, and for everyday use it can hurt your hands after a while. It’s bearable, but there are more comfortable options out there.
Phyllis levy –
It’s a comfortable fit. I got the copper- like, brown color. It doesn’t scream for attention, like “Hey everybody look I’m a cane!”😂 it kind of looks dressy I guess.It’s light, folds up easily. Oh yeah it does have a sort of useless plastic piece that hugs the section that changes the length. You don’t even need it, you can get rid of you want. I’m pleased with this cane.
Jo in Melbourne. –
This is a well designed walking stick…strong, lightweight and easy to assemble. The rubber handle is very comfortable.