The Journal

Designer walking sticks: why style is finally catching up with function

For most of the twentieth century, the walking stick was an object that designers ignored. It was...

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Designer walking sticks: why style is finally catching up with function

Gift guide: the best mobility gifts for older parents (that they will actually use)

The hardest thing about buying a gift for an older parent is not the budget or the occasion. It i...

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Gift guide: the best mobility gifts for older parents (that they will actually use)

Best walking stick for arthritis: what actually helps

Arthritis changes how you walk before you even notice it. You start favouring one side. You slow ...

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Best walking stick for arthritis: what actually helps

When do you actually need a walking stick? Signs to watch for

Most people wait too long, unfortunately that is the honest answer. The decision to start using a...

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When do you actually need a walking stick? Signs to watch for

Walking stick after hip replacement NZ: what you can expect

If you're planning for a hip replacement, a walking stick should be high on your list of items to...

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Walking stick after hip replacement NZ: what you can expect

When the world's best designers turn their attention to the walking stick

'Walking sticks & canes' runs at Objectspace Auckland from 27 June to 30 August 2026. Entry i...

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When the world's best designers turn their attention to the walking stick

A style forward gift.

We’ve all felt it, that slow lift out of a chair. An ache from too much gardening. Something’s ch...

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A style forward gift.

The 10-Day New Stick Challenge

Wahoo, Your stick has arrived! The packaging is open, the handle is in your hand, and you have a ...

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The 10-Day New Stick Challenge

How to Care for a Wooden Walking Stick

A well-maintained hardwood walking stick develops a patina over time. The grain deepens and darke...

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How to Care for a Wooden Walking Stick

Walking Stick Safety: What Makes One Stable and Secure

What to look for in a safe walking stick: natural rubber, sufficient thickness to absorb some sho...

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Walking Stick Safety: What Makes One Stable and Secure

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