No pros, except for the light implemented on the stick. I've used this twice in my outfield experience hiking in the jungles. This practically cannot support the weight of a human well. It slides off even after tightening it. I had it thrown away. I'm a jungle person, i use stuffs like these If... No pros, except for the light implemented on the stick. I've used this twice in my outfield experience hiking in the jungles. This practically cannot support the weight of a human well. It slides off even after tightening it. I had it thrown away. I'm a jungle person, i use stuffs like these often. If you want something like this, go for better brands. Bottom line? Reliable stuffs don't usually come cheap, cheap things are not necessarily good. good things are not necessarily cheap. Read more

Fully adjustable height. Shock gives the cane user enough "bounce" to reduce the impact on the leg on the side of the body you are using the cane. GREAT as a cane, sporty look. Batteries were dead/corroded on arrival. You will need Cell Battery AG13 LR44 (50-Pack) or similar to get the... Fully adjustable height. Shock gives the cane user enough "bounce" to reduce the impact on the leg on the side of the body you are using the cane. GREAT as a cane, sporty look. Batteries were dead/corroded on arrival. You will need Cell Battery AG13 LR44 (50-Pack) or similar to get the light to work. 1 of 9 LEDs dead on arrival. Light is still bright an functional. You need to spend time learning to adjust it propery so the shock does not rattle, etc. I bought this for my boyfriend, who has a bad hip. He was not impressed by the look of it on the DX site but now that he has one in his hand, he LOVES it and in walking around town with it, he has had many inquiries on where he picked it up. Bought some more for our optometrist (see, not cheap looking) and another friend. A great, good-looking cane with a very functional and handy flashlight built in. Great price. Read more

Cheap and sturdy and comes with an antishock system that eases the paonding on long treks Has 4 sections to sensure easy packing and adjuastable height. Very light-weight Good foam grip The light is a plus for a few dollars extra but see below for more about this. The light came DOA with on the a... Cheap and sturdy and comes with an antishock system that eases the paonding on long treks Has 4 sections to sensure easy packing and adjuastable height. Very light-weight Good foam grip The light is a plus for a few dollars extra but see below for more about this. The light came DOA with scratches on the plastic lens. Reflector was peeling Tried my best but couldn't get the light working and gave up I'm not going to ask for a replacement as travelling to and from the local PO is a hassle, not to mention the cost. Anti-shock system cannot be locked. I'd recommend the cheaper model without light. To be honest a product like this, with all the bumps that it receives in daily use is bound to fail. If you need a light get a small LED torch as prices have been falling steadily or better, get an LED headlamp. Great for short treks and wading across shallow steams while fishing (my main use). Great pole, especially if the light works but for the price I pay I guess this is acceptable. Don't be turned off though, buy one and if you receive a defect get RMA from DX as I've had positive experiences asking them for replacements. Read more

Cheap and sturdy. I compare it with similar (in the non-pro segment) from sports stores and find no quality difference. Antishock, four sections, good foam grip below the T grip. The ligth is a plus for nearly no more money than the other pole without it. The light seems worse quality than the I... Cheap and sturdy. I compare it with similar (in the non-pro segment) from sports stores and find no quality difference. Antishock, four sections, good foam grip below the T grip. The ligth is a plus for nearly no more money than the other pole without it. The light seems worse quality than the pole itself. I has no on-off button, you just have to screw in stronger to switch it on. Uses button cells instead of the more common AA or AAA batteries. No way to turn off the anti-shock system. I still have not tried it in real walking, as I ordered it in advance for summertime kowing the stocking problems that sometimes happen with DX and the very long delivery time it takes to my country. I thought the light was a plus, as I'm not intending to walk in nightime. Now I regret a bit not have ordered the stick without light, as it can give more problems than solve: break, loosen, ... I recommend to buy it, but think if you really want that light or prefer a pole you can mistreat carelessly. Read more

useful indeed for any cripple or someone limping around. took a while to figure the adjustment of length. get a couple of these for pop and granny or just keep a spare for that day you just may need it for yourself or a visitor. Hopefully not! can be useful indeed when need be.

For a sturdy walking stick alone, I have paid so much more. I have NEARLY ordered the same stick for nearly FOUR times as much WITHOUT shipping. I need a stick to walk with, and to have a built in light, man o' man, and adjustable height to boot. I may just buy a bunch, and sell em at a mark up a... For a sturdy walking stick alone, I have paid so much more. I have NEARLY ordered the same stick for nearly FOUR times as much WITHOUT shipping. I need a stick to walk with, and to have a built in light, man o' man, and adjustable height to boot. I may just buy a bunch, and sell em at a mark up Hey, a built in searchlight would be nice, so I could see farther.... But seriously I wsould not want to put my FULL weight on this stick, but that's really being picky Airport security may be a pain in the butt depending on the individual terminal. For anyone needing a "assist", this cannot be beat. If you have a "Gran" Mother, Father, Auntie, Uncle, who could use one of these, can YOU think of a better gift at THIS price?? They don't need to know that you got such a great deal, do they?? Read more