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Recently got to examine a Chris Park graphite folding cane. Liked how light it was, but it seemed super-flimsy. Does anyone have any experience with their durability?

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

@DanielDrevboon Guessing you mean Chris Park? They are indeed less durable than heavier options, but lighterweight canes provide better feedback and are easier to handle in my experience. Definitely keep a backup!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I wouldn't use them outside if you can help it, especially off of smooth concrete. I also wouldn't use them if you already know you're kind of rough on canes or you tend to hit things hard with them compared to others. They really are nice other than that though, despite being heavier and rattlier than the straight ones. There just aren't allot of good options in the thin and light folding cane market unfortunately, and IMO none of them are durable, at least not the ones available in the U.S and Canada.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks. That seems to be the consensus. I guess I'll have to stick with Ambutech or revolution

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Edit to OP. (Lemmy will let me edit, but not save my edits): I mean, Chris Park, not Chris Pine.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Weird, it works okay for me... Are you making sure to select the same language you originally posted in first?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks, that turns out to be it. Thank you again.

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