Has anyone been able to alter this for use with solid wood canes?
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Hello Jemima (and others), this is Michael from Hugo. Because the QuadPod needs to be installed "into" the shaft of a cane, the cane shaft must be hollow. This means it is compatible with the vast majority of aluminum canes with a 3/4" diameter. However, wooden canes are not hollow and so the QuadPod is not compatible with them. Have a great day!
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If the diameter is the same, it should adapt to a wood cane. I would check with the manufacturer. I really like the lightweight, strong metal cane.
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I think,if the end of the wood cane had a smaller diameter than 3/4",or could be cut down,it shouldn't be hard to attach a piece of 3/4" copper tubing to the bottom of cane and then attach the pod to the copper tubing.
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i do has a wooden cane, but it doesnot fixed. its too small, it will be better a one inch.
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No, it is just the "old fashioned" wooden walking cane, but I imagine that you could purchase a different item to put on the bottom.
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These tips will not allow the crutch/cane to stand up on its own. I have not had to use it on wet wood. My ramps have skid proof surfaces. You are much better using these things than not using these things. Generally, they provide a lot more support and stability than what you usually find on a crutch/cane. I suspect if you put these tips on and hold your support perpendicular to your wet wood surface they will hold.
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I have a saw and cut the bottom to be the cane... I need a 341/2 inch cane. It worked great. I love this cane. It get a lot of attention
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I haven't done this but it appears you can take the top off and put a new material on it. I would make sure the material isn't too thick otherwise you'll have issues with being able to secure it and put it back on the wooden structure.
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It may fit onto a wooden cane if the diameter of the cane is 3/4 of an inch. However, the description says it fits "most aluminum canes of 3/4"..." Tightening the QuadPod onto a wooden cane might cause damage to the wood, whereas it can't damage the metal. You might try asking in the part of the description on the web page that says, "Anything we missed?" You could ask if it can be used with wood canes.
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Yes, the cane is solid wood, but fairly lightweight. Not dense like ash or oak, but still weight-bearing.
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I certainly believe ALL canes can be shortened to most any length. The one I bought was straight all the way to the rubber knob on the end. They even give you instructions on how to cut it to the correct length for you. GO WITH IT!! Bud Howell
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Don't know for sure but it looks like it can be done by loosening the bolts and turning the handle around. This is a great cane. Mike
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old tip may be glued on. Easiest way to remove is to use an Xacto knife, hobby knife or even very sharp paring knife. Starting at the thinest part of the rubber(top) slice through the rubber until you reach the wood/metal of the cane. You can then peel the rubber back or make a complete cut around the cane and remove a section at a time, depends on how strong the adhesive was. Depending on the cane material use fingernail polish remover to clean and remove off the old glue and then use GOOP or similar contact adhesive to attach the new cane tip. CAUTION: Don't cut toward you, and have cane on a towel or something to protect your cutting surface in case you slip. Make small cuts or even cut out a U in the rubber to make it easier to pry the remaining portion off the end of the cane.
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There is not a custom one but there is room on body of cane to affix one and I have. The body of cane is slightly thicker than a standard cane but I have bought an off the shelf light w an adjustable clamp that worked, I also have used and like better using a smaller pen light and affixing it with Velcro.
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i had none. they were screwed in to mahogany. i can t see any problem with a hard wood. if using pine posts you might consider bolts instead of lag screws
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I have looked at the four point tips available for this cane, but have not taken the plunge to try one. I was worried that this lighter weight came wouldn't work as well with it. I did check the specs and there is one made in the correct size, so I may try it at some point.
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You do not use glue on the cane. The cane is wrapped around itself to hold it. If you do a search on "caning" on the net, there are some good You Tube videos to show you how. If you need to re-glue the arms or legs there are 2 choices: if the joints fit tight are removing the old glue, a good wood glue like Titebond works well; if the joints are not tight use a hide glue or poly glue that expands to tighten the joint.
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The length of this cane is adjusted by twisting (turning) the lower sections of the cane. I have had about four differ ones over the years and some are marked with arrows to show which way to twist to unlock it and in the unlocked position you can push or pull the sections in or out to adjust the length and then twist the lower section in the other direction to lock it in place. When it is extended to a normal length for walking it may be very tight and require a good deal of effort to unlock. Anytime you are locking it after adjusting for a normal walking length you must tighten it very tight or it might collapse if you put your weight (or downward pressure) on it. How much you can shorten it I am not sure as I have never needed it collapsed all the way to it shortest length. The key is to look for those markings painted on the cane showing which way to twist to unlock.
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Just insert the bottom of the cane into the hole of the tip. It's pretty easy to do.
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Mine just turned by hand! Grabbed pipe in one hand, foot in other and it turned! Not so easy as to change when I walk, but not hard either. I figured the hex head held it on and has thread locking compound, so I did not even try it. Your idea is right on: I much prefer mine switched 90 degrees as well. I don't need a cane that I position, step, position, step with the cane stopping each time. My cane flows smoothly synched with my left knee, never really stopping. I hope this helps.