Hiking Sticks
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Topic created by kathyu on Mon May 30, 2016 at 12:09 pmI've noticed people using hiking sticks, sometimes one, sometimes two. What kind of terrain would be best to use them? any issues with your map and compass handling?
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Reply by Sandy on Mon May 30, 2016 at 12:55 pmI always use one hiking pole when doing rogaines. I find that in a race where I am unlikely to run, having a pole is really nice especially in longer races. As I get tired, I use it more and more - both for balance and to help get up and down steep slopes.
I use one since I have a compass and map (and if 24 hours a flashligh) so too many things to juggle if I tried to carry two. (I use two when I am just hiking and not also navigating.) Since I use a thumb compass, I carry my map and compass in one hand and use the other hand for the pole. -
Reply by camperpat on Mon May 30, 2016 at 5:01 pmI always use 2 hiking poles while hiking. They really help up and down hills and give your upper body a work out too. I have never used them orienteering, but u never now! Pat
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Reply by edscott on Mon May 30, 2016 at 5:11 pmI often use one when hiking, but have never taken one on a course. I have enough trouble coming back with my E-punch, compass, and hat. Have yet to lose my map......
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Reply by kathyu on Mon May 30, 2016 at 6:23 pmFortunately, Nancy Lindeman of BAOC left a walking stick in our car at Anza Borrego, and we couldn't get it back to her. She said I should use it til we meet at a meet, so I'll take it with me to the rogaine and give it a try. Thanks for the replies.
