Anyone ever use a walking stick while hunting?

[pianoman9701]

I used one a couple of times during archery. Once the strap got in the way when I had to get ready for a quick shot. But I did notice that my endurance was a lot longer hiking and my legs felt better. Any of you other guys use them?

[quadrafire]

I never have, but not a bad idea (could use it as a shooting stick as well).

[seth30]

I use one for duck hunting in areas with lots of holes, but it sure would help out for hills when Im bear hunting.

[h20hunter]

Yes......and if you get one with a solid ball where your palm would go you can easily poach a "V" off any of your old sticks.....walking stick shooting rest in one!

[PolarBear]

My Dad  chased moonshiners through the woods of NC and TN.  He taught me that a walking stick can be your best friend on long hikes. They help save your legs and  are great for killing snakes or just crowning someone across the noggin if need be.  I use them on good, long hikes, especially if I am packing a lot of gear.  It does help out!

[boneaddict]

Some people swear by them.   I just figured its one more thing to touch the ground and make noise or clang away or go crunch. 

[swanny]

I use my shooting sticks for a walking stick. I don't put as much pressure, but it helps a little. I use walking sticks anytime I'm backpacking, helps greatly with fatigue

[sirmissalot]

I use trekking poles on steep ground. Makes a world of difference, turns me into a 4 legged critter!

[bracer40]

This season I used one picked up from the forest while packing  elk down some steep/nasty stuff. Not sure if it actually helped, bot I felt more confident in my footing.......so from that standpoint, it helped.

[washingtonmuley]

I use trekking poles on steep ground. Makes a world of difference, turns me into a 4 legged critter!

[Heredoggydoggy]

I use a segmented monopod as a walking stick quite often because my balance is not as good as it used to be.  It has a V-shaped top so I can use it as a shooting stick too.  If I can sink it into the ground it reduces the side motion, or for fencepost shooting I can grasp the stick and the post, and the rubber V saves marring the stock.  The V unscrews so that I can mount my decoy on it, and adjust the height when I get to my coyote stand.  I have a bipod on the gun, so nothing is lost.

[lostbackpacker]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

[turkeyfeather]

I always use mine.

[Ingwe]

I always use one when I am packing meat on my packboard. I think it really helps on uneven ground.

[jdb]

Some people swear by them.   I just figured its one more thing to touch the ground and make noise or clang away or go crunch.

i use one and my son gave me hell because I clanged it on rocks

[Heredoggydoggy]

Some people swear by them.   I just figured its one more thing to touch the ground and make noise or clang away or go crunch.

i use one and my son gave me hell because I clanged it on rocks

Yeah, I make some noise with mine once in a while too.  But I'd rather clang a stick on a rock than fall down on one... 

[KFhunter]

do the primos trigger sticks hold up?

[dawei]

I used one a couple of times during archery. Once the strap got in the way when I had to get ready for a quick shot. But I did notice that my endurance was a lot longer hiking and my legs felt better. Any of you other guys use them?

I use a walking stick that is 1˝" diameter & 55" long during all of my Deer & Elk hunting. It is of immeasurable help to me as I've had both of my knees replaced, and; am not as sure footed as I used to be. I cannot begin to count the times it has prevented me from having a bad fall. It further provides a stable shooting platform when I am sitting or standing. I WILL NOT HUNT W/O IT!

[gasman]

I use a Polecat with a V head for a gun rest.

http://media.midwayusa.com/productimages/880x660/primary/365/365407.jpg

[bradslam]

I use trekking poles on very steep ground, especially when packing something out.  Usually, not when I'm sneaking around in a hunting spot.  Hey Chad, does this spot look familiar?

[scout/sniper]

I never have, but not a bad idea (could use it as a shooting stick as well).

  I will give it a try, sounds like a great help to you guys.

[300rum]

I use trekking poles to get in/out of  the back country and packing something out.  Not when "hunting".  I used to think they were for weenies, maybe they are, but it makes a big difference (especially crossing creeks).  I bought some good ones, they only weigh a few ounces.  The good ones will cost you. 

[270Flat]

Had a busy fabricate his trecking pole into a shooting stick.

[bradslam]

That's pretty cool.

[KFhunter]

check out this thread - it's a how too walkthrough on modding trekking poles 

http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?10666-Trekking-pole-threaded-insert-mod

[wadu1]

I have been using one for over 10 years at 61+ it gives me more miles a day.

[Westside88]

My dads been using a walking pole with a v shaped shooting rest on it. It helps keep his balance and help take some pressure off his knees. He's gotten pretty good at using it as a shooting rest too. 

[coachcw]

trigger stick works ok

[Old Man Yager]

I should trade my rifle for one, it would be lighter, and lately all I been doing is hiking.

[Old Man Yager]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

[KFhunter]

walking sticks are a must when you have a heavy pack on

[elk247]

  or when crossing swift water. 

[Heredoggydoggy]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

I turned 68 yesterday.  I don't even remember being 43....    You wanna know how handy a walking stick is--wait until you are nearly 70....   

[pianoman9701]

I bought a telescoping stick last weekend. I think it'll be just the ticket. I did vastly increase my endurance using one this fall.

[Smossy]

They come in handy, Specially when hauling out large loads of meat.
Easton makes some great trekking poles @ 1lb for the set. The pair weighs less then ONE of my other mountainsmith trekking poles. Completely carbon fiber and telescoping with a pretty interesting lock style.

[Old Man Yager]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

I turned 68 yesterday.  I don't even remember being 43....    You wanna know how handy a walking stick is--wait until you are nearly 70....   

Ya, my problem is, I will set the damn stick down, and then I will walk off and forget it

[Heredoggydoggy]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

I turned 68 yesterday.  I don't even remember being 43....    You wanna know how handy a walking stick is--wait until you are nearly 70....   

Ya, my problem is, I will set the damn stick down, and then I will walk off and forget it

Yup--done that several times myself.  Like a bad penny, it always comes back! 

[pianoman9701]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

I turned 68 yesterday.  I don't even remember being 43....    You wanna know how handy a walking stick is--wait until you are nearly 70....   

Ya, my problem is, I will set the damn stick down, and then I will walk off and forget it

Well, the good thing is that the older you get, the more likely you'll forget you had a stick in the first place. It'll be like a new, great idea every time! I'm getting there. 

[Alchase]

I have used my expandable Stoney Point Shooting stix as a walking stick when carrying a load!
Works great!

[MtnMuley]

I almost always carry collapsable trekking poles when going on long hunts.  They always stay in the pack during hunting, but are priceless on weary legs when hauling loads out.

[steen]

I always carry two dowels together with rubber bands for shooting sticks.  I have used them getting my elk out and for walking as well.  They really help when u have to stop and lean on them for a while with an eighty pound elk hind on your back.

[wideleft]

Been using one for the last year (5'9'' bamboo pole $1.99 any garden supply store).  Started out as my wading staff, makes a big difference when wading across some of our rivers.  Helps me while I am bush whacking through the rain forest.  Some of those old logs can be very slippery and log jams are much more safe to navigate with a staff.  Started hunting with one this past season.  It has really helped me be more quiet while stalking game, still hunting (you can really softly place your foot on the ground without having to balance), hiking up and down mountains.  I have saved myself from falls many times.  It can be used as a solid rest for your binoculars while standing and glassing.  Helps to take the load off your legs with the pack on.  Used it to help make a rain shelter with the tarp.  Lastly I hunt and fish alone most of the time and I can use the walking staff to help get out of a tight spot (twisted ankle, broken leg, busted knee...) don't like leaving home with out it.

[Wacenturion]

This is what i use....doubles as a walking stick......@ the 2:39 mark of the video it explains that.

BOGgear's BOG-POD Shooting Sticks

[T-Dozzer]

I used one a couple of times during archery. Once the strap got in the way when I had to get ready for a quick shot. But I did notice that my endurance was a lot longer hiking and my legs felt better. Any of you other guys use them?

Stoney point shooting sticks is an extendable tri pod set up.
One of the legs unscrews to use as a walking stick or you can extend the whole set up to use as walking stick

[pianoman9701]

This is what i use....doubles as a walking stick......@ the 2:39 mark of the video it explains that.

BOGgear's BOG-POD Shooting Sticks

I could see this for rifle hunters.

[scout/sniper]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)

I turned 68 yesterday.  I don't even remember being 43....    You wanna know how handy a walking stick is--wait until you are nearly 70....   

Ya, my problem is, I will set the damn stick down, and then I will walk off and forget it

Well, the good thing is that the older you get, the more likely you'll forget you had a stick in the first place. It'll be like a new, great idea every time! I'm getting there. 

I hear that loud and clear! 

[summerb67]

 

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

Saves the knees

[PolarBear]

I use them while rifle huntng or just hiking/shed hunting but I don't want to pack one more thing while I am archery hunting.