Thank you everybody, I went with the offset cane instead of derby - heeded all your advice. Thanks. Do you have to divide your fingers in front and in back of the cane to achieve hold over the stick? How does this balance better than offset? I meant the offset grip, the one that looks like a question mark. I guess my fingers are too short to divide around the shaft, but right now I need both strength support and balance, hopefully soon to only need balance. Thank you everybody, I went with the offset cane instead of derby - heeded all your advice. Thanks. Do you have to divide your fingers in front and in back of the cane to achieve hold over... » Read More Thank you everybody, I went with the offset cane instead of derby - heeded all your advice. Thanks. Do you have to divide your fingers in front and in back of the cane to achieve hold over the stick? How does this balance better than offset? I meant the offset grip, the one that looks like a question mark. I guess my fingers are too short to divide around the shaft, but right now I need both strength support and balance, hopefully soon to only need balance. « Show Less
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When holding the cane your index finger goes down on one side of the shaft and your thumb is on the other. It corrects the balance down the shaft.
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I used it with my thumb on one side and my fingers on the other. There is a pad on the handle that fits the heel of you hand, where you put the most pressure, when using the cane.
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In my case, I do not split my fingers at all. I am comfortable with holding my cane on the back portion of the handle and allowing the palm of my hand rest on the flat area. Hope this helps?
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My hand and fingers fit behind the shaft on the grip but I hold it where my index finger is in front of the shaft and the rest of my fingers are behind the shaft. I believe the split finger hold provides better balance than the offset position.
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I think it depends on your hands. My husband has arthritis in his thumbs so it works best for him not to divide his fingers front/back, but that might not work for you.
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It is far more sturdy than a single tip cane. The quad tip does not pivot which is a fine feature. Also: this cane doesn't break down like a fold-up cane; thus keeping the same stability as a single tip cane. It is an all along very nice cane to have. Great for dry, wet, snowy and icy weather. BUT REMBER! Ice is always tricky no matter what. I gave two of these away for Christmas and my friends love them. Good Luck !!
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I bought 3 of these. Three of three were NOT straight. I would recommend you spend a little more on a quality weapon. Try here: http://www.crane-mountain.com/styled-3/styled-13/index.htmlThese might be hardwood, or they might be something cheaper. They do dent easily. Bokken are not really meant to take abuse though. If you are looking for something to hold up to striking or sparring, I would suggest a Shinai(bamboo Sword). These will work for kata, but if you are spending all that time perfecting your kata, shouldn't your weapon look nice as well? I ended up getting a bokken from my dojo for $10 that was much nicer than these bladeUSA ones. I bought 3 of these. Three of three were NOT straight. I would recommend you spend a little more on a quality weapon. Try here: http://www.crane-mountain.com/styled-3/styled-13/index.htmlThese might be hardwood, or they might be something cheaper. They do dent easily. Bokken are not really meant to take abuse though. If you are looking for something to hold up to striking or sparring, I would suggest a Shinai(bamboo Sword). These will work for kata, but if you are spending all that time perfecting your kata, shouldn't your weapon look nice as well? I ended up getting a... » Read More I bought 3 of these. Three of three were NOT straight. I would recommend you spend a little more on a quality weapon. Try here: http://www.crane-mountain.com/styled-3/styled-13/index.htmlThese might be hardwood, or they might be something cheaper. They do dent easily. Bokken are not really meant to take abuse though. If you are looking for something to hold up to striking or sparring, I would suggest a Shinai(bamboo Sword). These will work for kata, but if you are spending all that time perfecting your kata, shouldn't your weapon look nice as well? I ended up getting a bokken from my dojo for $10 that was much nicer than these bladeUSA ones. « Show Less
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Jim, I'm by no means am I an expert but I found if I mark the blade with a marker where I want it sharpened I can set the machine to that angle and get a knife sharp. There are markings on the machine but I find marking the blade is much more accurate! AGAIN... I'm no expert at sharpening. Through my trial and error that's my best answer... Hope that helps!
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If you want better carving, I'd go for a pin tail. But this specific dropthrough is not legitly a drop through. It looks like a drop through but doesn't really have that feeling like a real drop through has. A real one has a nice bounce and feels light. This board is a bit tight and doesn't have that much convexness. But since this was my first longboard, I ABsOLUTELLY loved it. My next one is a pintail. I like carving. But this carves fine for a beginner. hope that answers.
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My cane is straight as an arrow. It's solid wood and it really helps me get around. I've recently had reconstructive back surgery and was using a walker. But I'm gradually getting better and the cane is all I need to get around. If yours is crooked, send it back and get another one. Thanks.
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With this you have way less scratching or biting from blade uneveness. I have another response on how to get the best setting. If you are good at using a flat surface, and getting it set properly, stick with that. If not, try this.
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No the quad tip on the cane is firmly set........no flexibility like the "Hurrycane" cane. The cane is stable and give you firm grip and balance, if that is what you need. I need a cane for balance issues due to neurological condition. I would not want a can with a slope of 20 degrees. Good luck!!
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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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Place your foot on the base of your cane and rotate the handle in a circular motion two or three times and see if this helps. Is this a new purchase? If you have had your cane 6 or more months you may need to replace the feet. I hope I have helped you.
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hi, I have noticed that over time the foot does get some play in it , but it hasn't changed how the cane works for me. I saw a comment where one guy super glued his but I really don't think its a good idea. If it does bother u, id probable just buy another cane as the price is reasonable and the new model has a built in flashlight. ive had mine for over a year and it still works fine, but does have some play in it, but again it doesn't bother me and I really like the way it flexes to fit the terrain
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I bought several different models of canes, and this is the one everyone liked the best. What is different about this chair is that there is only one leg that touches the ground when using it as a cane, so it feels like a regular cane. There are three shorter legs that are the "tripod" of the seat, with the actual cane becoming the fourth leg of the seat. It makes the seat much more stable, and when folded up it functions as a regular cane. Hope this is helpful.
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Hi- the rule is: when your arm is straight down to your side the top of the grip of the cane should be equal to your wrist with your shoes on. Good Luck!
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I was not able to find anything. The cane that I had bought this for did not fit because it was too thin. I was unable to use it. If anyone can figure it out, I could use the answer too. Sorry. Did not realize when purchasing that it would not fit.
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This is much better than a quad cane. My doctor does not recommend quad canes because he had a numbers of patients tr over the extending legs. From my own experience I highly recommend the rubber quad addition my cane
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Hi Missy I find the cane very helpful as I haven a failed knee replacement but have had a spinal fusion as well my physio has been teaching me to use the cane for support to relieve the pressure on my back you will also find it produces more stability but do not lean forward as this creates more spinal pressure if you have to lean forward even to reach for something I have been taught to push your bottom out as this immediately takes the pressure of the spine not the most elegant but it works good luck.
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I first started with a bearings upgrade, which totally changed the feel of the board, then I threw on a set of Gullwing Sidewinder II Trucks, I don't recommend those trucks in particular due to having two kingpins, and the board has a big disadvantage with wheelbite with these trucks, and a bit of speed wobbles. I suggest a set of Paris' or something of the like.First, I'd start with bearings, and just work from there:)