The Brazos Sticks Blog

New Blog!

2011-08-29T11:35:00.002-05:00

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From A Frequent Customer

2010-07-23T17:20:00.001-05:00

From John, a frequent customer, via email:

Even though I don't use a cane, the craftsmanship and beauty of your canes and sticks have made me into a collector.

Sizing A Walking Stick

2010-03-30T11:03:00.006-05:00

Sizing a walking stick is, in many ways, subjective; however, through years of experience, we have developed some basic parameters -- suggestions, really -- for choosing a correct walking stick size:

For small children and shorter adults, we generally recommend a 41-inch stick.

For people who are shorter than 5'4", we recommend a 48-inch stick.

For people who are between 5'4" and 5'11", we recommend a 55-inch stick.

For adults over 5'11", we recommend a 58-inch stick.

For walking canes, our standard 37-inch size is a good starting place for most adults. (For taller folks, we offer 40-inch canes as well.) Cane sizing is best achieved by standing up nice and straight, relaxing your arm naturally to the side, and having someone measure the distance from your wrist to the floor.

Again, let me reiterate, the sizing recommendations listed above are only suggestions.

Big Boy. Big Stick.

2010-03-17T15:24:00.003-05:00

This is Andrew, one of our stick makers. He's 6'3" and somewhere this side of 300 pounds (I think). He just finished making a prodigious walking stick, a custom job for a customer who wanted something on the heftier side. The stick is 66-inches and about 1 3/4" thick -- it's quite the monster. So, without further ado, here's a photo of our very own Jolly Green Giant (Andrew) with his proud creation:

Email or call us and we'll make you a custom walking stick too!

A Little More Snow

2010-02-23T13:43:00.005-06:00

We had a little more snow today in central Texas.

2010

2010-01-07T13:20:00.003-06:00

The beginning of a new year is always an exciting time here at Brazos Walking Sticks. Each January we like to look ahead, anticipate what the year might hold, and think about ways to improve our walking stick business: everything from production and sales improvements to website maintenance and new product introductions.

As always, we're here for you, our customers, and we'd love to know what you think of your walking stick or cane, or answer any questions you might have. Please shoot us an email to info@brazossticks.com.

Now, here are some reasons you may want to buy a stick or cane from Brazos Walking Sticks in 2010:

With years upon years of woodworking experience, we feel that we offer the best variety and quality of anyone in the business

All of our products are made right here in Texas by our skilled craftsmen

While we're not perfect, we do strive to have superior customer service

We stand behind our products and guarantee them from defects or other manufacturing issues

The list could go on and on, but I think I'll leave it at that for now. Thanks for making 2009 a great year for us, and we look forward to 2010!

Merry Christmas!

2009-12-23T11:19:00.002-06:00

We're about to shut down our operation here for the Christmas holiday, and we'd like to wish everyone out there a Merry Christmas.

If You Want Any Chance Of Getting Your Order By Christmas ...

2009-12-21T17:04:00.002-06:00

... you'll want to order with at least 2-Day, but possibly Overnight, delivery. Keep in mind that UPS is making no more guarantees, even on expedited shipping options.

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Expedited Orders

2009-12-18T17:48:00.004-06:00

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At this point if you place an order and you want to have it by Christmas, your best option is to choose 2-Day or Overnight expedited shipping. Keep in mind, however, that UPS is not guaranteeing delivery for any shipping method, even overnight deliveries.

For our part, on Monday we'll make every effort to ship every order that comes in over the weekend, and we'll take extra care to make sure that orders with expedited shipping are handled immediately.

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No More Guarantees, But You May Still Have Time To Order For Christmas

2009-12-18T09:57:00.004-06:00

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As of today, Friday, Dec. 18, there are no longer UPS guarantees for delivery by Christmas. In most cases, however, placing your order with 2-Day or Overnight delivery will still get you your order by Dec. 24, but it is no longer guaranteed (please note that UPS does not deliver on the 25th and only delivers Overnight and 2-Day packages on the 24th).

Since we ship out of Texas, many people in Texas and adjacent states may still want to choose standard UPS ground delivery and those customers may get their order in-hand by the 22nd or 23rd, but at this point forward nothing is guaranteed with UPS.

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Christmas Order Delivery Time Update

2009-12-16T19:42:00.007-06:00

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As of Thursday, Dec. 17, customers in Alaska, Hawaii, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, west Idaho, west Montana, north Michigan, New York, and all states northeast of New York, may want to choose 2-Day Expedited shipping in order to ensure that their order is received by Christmas Eve (UPS does not deliver on Christmas Day, and UPS is only delivering 2-Day and Overnight packages on Christmas Eve). Customers in the aforementioned areas will not be guaranteed to receive their orders by Dec. 24 if they choose standard UPS ground or 3-Day shipping.

Please note that as of Dec. 11, UPS no longer guarantees delivery before Christmas for standard ground shipping or for 3-Day Expedited shipping. The standard UPS guarantees will still be in effect, however, for 2-Day Air and Next Day Air options until Dec. 21. On Dec. 21, UPS will no longer guarantee delivery time for any shipping method, though, in most cases, packages should arrive by Christmas Eve if the proper shipment method (e.g. 2-Day Air) has been chosen.

Currently, most orders (even accessorized orders) will be shipping out within one or two business days as we work to fulfill all of our holiday orders in time for Christmas.

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Can I Expedite My Shipping?

2009-12-15T12:58:00.007-06:00

Yes. As of right now, Dec. 15, UPS is still guaranteeing 2-Day and Overnight expedited shipping. Of course, that guarantees in how many business days you'll receive your stick once it has shipped from our facility. In most cases sticks are shipped from our facility within two to five business days, but we are making every effort now to get orders out within two business days -- or sooner.

So keep the orders coming! :-)

Christmas Order Delivery Time

2009-12-11T13:40:00.004-06:00

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We're making every effort to ship Christmas orders in a timely manner. In many cases we're able to ship orders out the day we receive them, or the next business day. To ensure prompt delivery of an item after it has shipped from our facility, customers may want to choose 3-Day Expedited, 2-Day Air, or Next Day Air shipping.

Please note that as of Dec. 11, UPS no longer guarantees delivery before Christmas for standard ground shipping or for 3-Day Expedited shipping. The standard UPS guarantees will still be in effect, however, for 2-Day Air and Next Day Air options until Dec. 21. On Dec. 21, UPS will no longer guarantee delivery time for any shipping method, though, in most cases, packages should arrive by Christmas Eve if the proper shipment method (e.g. 2-Day Air) has been chosen.

For questions about shipping or other Christmas orders, please email us at info@brazossticks.com or give us a call.

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Our Past 10 Amazon Feedback Comments

2009-12-07T16:33:00.004-06:00

Here are the past 10 buyer comments we've received via our Amazon store:

Fast Shipping - beautiful product!

Excellent quality walking stick, I would order again.

Walking stick was better than expected. I'm very pleased with it. Thank you.

This thing is great. Great price,too.

Great Seller! Very fast shipment!

GREAT COMPANY, GREAT WALKING STICK. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

Great Walking stick. It met all of my expectations and more.

fantastic stick

Great service, Beautiful walking stick, Excellent craftsmanship. Smells great too!

Excellent personal service.

Snow In Texas!

2009-12-04T17:12:00.002-06:00

We had a few snow flakes today -- a rarity in central Texas! We even had a few of the flakes stick to our raw sticks ...

One-Of-A-Kind & Brazos Bargain Sticks -- Available Now!

2009-11-20T13:58:00.004-06:00

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Brazos Walking Sticks has more cane and stick styles than ever before, and, as always, all of our products are handcrafted by our skilled craftsmen right here in central Texas.

For those shoppers who are looking for a unique, one-of-kind stick, please visit our One-Of-A-Kinds Stick Page. Each One-Of-A-Kind (OOAK) stick is a unique, original creation, and once a particular OOAK stick has sold, it's gone forever.

For bargain hunters, please browse our newly released Brazos Bargains page. On our Brazos Bargains (BB) page you'll find a variety of discounted sticks and canes; most sticks and canes on the BB page are 30 to 50 percent off retail price!

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Return Policy

2009-10-27T10:40:00.004-05:00

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Please note that all Brazos Bargain walking sticks and canes are sold "as is;" we can not offer returns or exchanges for Brazos Bargain items. Because we can not resell a stick or a cane with your name or other engraving on it, engraved items are not eligible for return. Prior approval is required before merchandise can be returned. Call or write for approval. We accept merchandise for refund or exchange as long as it is in its original carton or container, has all the appropriate literature, has not been used, and is in resalable condition. You may be subject to a handling and restocking fee of 10 percent of the original cost of the item. Refunds will not be issued until the returned item has arrived at our store. With the possible exception of defective sticks, the customer is responsible for shipping charges associated with merchandise returns or exchanges.

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Brazos Bargains

2009-10-22T14:12:00.004-05:00

Anyone out there looking for a great deal on handcrafted walking sticks and canes?

Check out our new Brazos Bargains page on our website. Each week we'll add more bargain walking sticks and canes, and, since each cane or stick is a one-time offer, when it's gone, it's gone forever.

Unfortunately, we can't offer exchanges or refunds on Brazos Bargain items.

Customizations

2009-09-07T10:49:00.003-05:00

Here at Brazos Walking Sticks we love to do custom work. If you've got an idea for a stick or cane, shoot us an email -- or give us a call -- with your idea and we'll reply promptly with a quote for your custom work.

We've had people ask us to do everything from restoring their antique cane, to shipping us raw wood and having us make a stick out of it.

With any customization, laser engraving also makes an attractive and welcome addition. We can engrave names, phrases, Bible verses, and even logos.

We'd love to hear from you.

Gary's Twisted Oak Cane

2009-07-21T14:55:00.005-05:00

Just received my cane and wanted you to know how pleased I was. Unfortunately for me I had ordered two canes from a competitor and when you put them side by side the quality of the Brazos cane is far superior and for about the same price.

-- Gary

To see the cane Gary ordered, click here.

"Bravo to Brazos Walking Sticks!"

2009-07-14T14:43:00.004-05:00

Bravo to Brazos Walking Sticks! I have a collection of canes from Brazos and use a different cane every day.

I unfortunately had a Spinal Fusion and needed a cane, but soon I learned how fun it was to have a growing collection. Eric, the manager, was always available, both on the phone and on the Internet.

I get all kinds of admiration whenever I meet people on the street. People want to know where I got such pretty and interesting canes and walking sticks.

Every cane ordered was of profound perfection. The woods used were of the highest quality. If you find beauty in wood as I do, and need a cane or walking stick, I highly recommend Brazos. I now own over 21 of these works of art and I'm not done yet!

Give Eric a call and start developing an admiration as I did for the wonderful qualities and beauty of wood, both domestic and exotic. Brazos Walking Sticks will get you what you need, when you need it and you will have fun doing it as well!

-- Terry McCabe

In The Hopper

2009-06-04T10:23:00.002-05:00

Per popular demand we're going to be working on a couple of new features for our revamped website. In the near future we'll be adding an Accessories tab and a FAQ tab to the home page. (Currently you can access the accessories by deciding what stick you want to buy and clicking "add to cart," and we don't currently have a FAQ page.)

We're confident that the new features will help you all, our customers, make more informed decisions with regard to your walking stick and cane purchases.

Of course, feel free to email us or call us at any time with questions or comments about any of our products.

Accessories

2009-05-20T13:22:00.001-05:00

Here's a direct link to our stick accessories.

New Look On Our Website

2009-05-06T12:05:00.002-05:00

We've updated the look of our website. Please check it out and let us know what you think!

"When I found your website, everything changed."

2009-03-26T16:47:00.000-05:00

Here are a few nice words from a woman who found our website:

I just wanted to let you know that I have tried searching for a replacement for my aluminum cane three times in the past 4 months. Each time I have stopped within a day because the search was so depressing ... it made me feel old and reminded me of my disability (which is fairly new to me). When I found your website, everything changed. I am really enjoying perusing your gorgeous products and am extremely grateful I found it.
-- Melissa

Melissa's got an interesting website herself. Check her site out if you need any baby carriers or cloth diapers.

Introducing: The Hickory Backpacker

2009-03-20T15:05:00.004-05:00

We're constantly working on new, innovative walking stick looks and designs, and we believe the new Hickory Backpacker Walking Stick will soon be a favorite for many of our customers.

With the Hickory Backpacker we've taken our venerable Backpacker design and have made it out of hickory. The combination is a proven design coupled with a bestselling wood, a surefire hit! So whether you're planning a rigorous trek across mountainous terrain or a leisurely stroll through lazy neighborhood pathways, the Hickory Backpacker is a stick you can count on to last for years to come.

Like all of our finely crafted walking sticks and canes, the Hickory Backpacker Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality wood and time-tested methods.

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"Rest Assured"

2009-03-16T12:16:00.002-05:00

Rest assured, you're buying quality when shopping with Brazos. The craftsmanship and customer service is beyond compare!

If everything is not satisfactory with your order now or at some point in the future they will make it right in a heartbeat!!

It's very assuring in today's world to find people as honest, talented and caring as the folks at Brazos.

Thanks for everything.

J, Lanham
South Charleston, WV

Terry's Canes: Another Shot

2009-02-27T10:19:00.002-06:00

Terry actually bought two display stands. Her collection is growing!

Terry's Canes

2009-02-26T16:17:00.005-06:00

Thanks to Terry for sending us this photo of her collection of Brazos Walking Canes in all of their glory. Terry has bought so many canes from us the past few months that she decided to buy a display stand so she can show them off!

Thanks, Terry!

Yet Another Happy Customer

2009-02-23T14:57:00.003-06:00

I received my 55-inch Cedar Walking Stick a couple days ago. I have arthritis in both knees with my left knee being worse. I like to go walking at a local park using a cane but was considering trying a walking stick. I saw somebody using one and asked him how he liked it. He said it really helped because be had trouble with his right hip and the stick really worked better for him than a cane. To make a long story short I went walking with my new stick the next day after I received it. Once I got a rhythm going it worked fine.

Before this recent flare-up of arthritis, I was walking 4 to 5 miles about 5 to 6 times a week. I only walked about 1 and 1/2 miles in about 30 minutes for the past couple days, but I'm sure I will be up to my previous distances in no time with the help of my new walking stick. I would recommend Brazos Walking Sticks to anyone who asks.

-- George G.

Shipping Policy

2009-02-16T14:31:00.005-06:00

In-stock items usually ship within 2 business days.
Items that require customization (e.g. laser engraving and compasses) may ship within 3 to 5 business days.
For expedited shipping, what you're paying for is how long it takes UPS to deliver a stick to you once it has shipped. Buying expedited shipping does not guarantee how soon it will ship from our location, though we do make every effort to ship expedited orders as soon as possible.
For PO boxes we ship via US Postal; please note in those instances shipping prices may vary from UPS charges that are quoted in your order.

For more detailed shipping information, read this.

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We're Back

2009-01-07T10:33:00.002-06:00

We're back from the holidays. We hope you all had a safe, joyful time over Christmas and New Year, and we look forward to serving you all in 2009.

We'll Be Back On Jan. 5

2008-12-29T13:06:00.002-06:00

Please feel free to place your orders as usual, but please know that your order will not be processed until after Jan. 5, 2009.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

New OOAKs

2008-12-05T09:47:00.003-06:00

We just added a slew of one-of-a-kind sticks to our website. These handcrafted beautifies are, well, one-of-a-kind; in other words, when one is sold it's gone forever.

A Unique Christmas Gift Idea

2008-11-21T17:04:00.003-06:00

Here's a happy review from a customer who bought three of our one-of-a-kind walking canes:

Dear Brazos ... my three one of a kind walking sticks arrived yesterday. I must say, the pictures on your web site does not do them justice. They are absolutely beautiful. These walking sticks will be a heirloom worthy of handing down. I just hope they don't get too anxious to get my sticks. I look forward to doing more business with you and to see what you come with in the One Of A Kind walking sticks.
-- George F. Graham

We'll be adding more one-of-a-kind walking sticks and canes within the next two weeks, so please keep checking back!

A Happy Hiker

2008-10-30T10:44:00.005-05:00

Thanks to Dana in Baytown, Texas for supplying us with these photos of a young, happy hiker with a specially made 32-inch hickory walking stick. (And thanks for giving us permission to publish the photos!)

If you'd like a custom made walking stick (e.g. a non-standard size, or a non-standard wood or design), please feel free to shoot us an email or give us a call. We'd be happy to help you!

Please Drop By

2008-10-08T10:01:00.003-05:00

Most of our business is done via the Internet or through our sales team, but occasionally we'll get a walking stick customer who happened to Google us and realize we're in Central Texas, not too far from Austin and Dallas. When customers realize how close they are to us, they usually drop by to say "hi" and to try out dozens of our handcrafted walking sticks and walking canes.

We had one such customer yesterday. This customer found us via Google and saw that we're located just an hour's drive from their home. Without further ado, the customer and her husband hopped into their vehicle and headed out to see us.

When most people see the full breadth of our walking stick and walking cane stock, they tend to get a bit overwhelmed. I imagine that searching for that perfect stick or cane amongst an ocean of handcrafted products can be something akin to searching for a needle in a stack of needles. In those instances our staff is always there, willing and ready to help by answering queries, asking clarifying questions and, of course, offering plenty of cane and stick suggestions.

After a few minutes of conversation and suggestions we matched this customer with a perfect cane from our twisted walnut line of products. We cut her cane to size, and she and her husband were on their way back home; and they could not have been happier!

If you're ever driving through Texas, or if you live within driving distance, please feel free to drop by during business hours. We'd love to show you around!

Amazon Comments

2008-09-30T15:19:00.004-05:00

Once again I thought I'd post the most recent comments we've received via customer feedback at our Amazon store:

Excellent quality walking stick. The company lived up to their advertised promise.
Arrived quickly & in excellent condition. Thanks!
Excellent customer service, great company to order from!
This aromatic twisted cedar walking stick REALLY is nice!
Wonderful service, beautiful product, very nice packaging.
What a great walking stick!! It works great but most of all it is very beautiful.

You can read all of our customer feedback by visiting our feedback page on Amazon.com.

To order any of our beautiful and functional walking sticks, please visit our website.

A Huge Success

2008-09-18T15:15:00.003-05:00

Our new One-Of-A-Kind section on our main walking sticks site has been a huge success. As a result we'll be beefing up our offerings in that section, so keep an eye out for more unique sticks in the days and weeks to ahead.

It's Time To Bid

2008-09-11T13:28:00.002-05:00

Check out our Ebay auction for this one-of-a-kind walking cane.

Aspen's Back! ... Almost

2008-09-09T16:42:00.002-05:00

Our popular Aspen Walking Stick will be back in stock within three to four weeks.

Happy Customer

2008-08-21T15:25:00.004-05:00

A customer recently posted on his blog a photo of himself with his Brazos Walking Stick. His walking stick is a customized version of our Extra Size Hitchhiker (he customized it by having us make it a bit longer than our typical sticks).

Thanks to Steven at Projections for allowing us to share his photo.

Shipping Times -- Again

2008-08-21T09:39:00.005-05:00

[Click the link to go back to brazos-walking-sticks.com's main website.]

As summer ends, and as we get closer and closer to the holidays, I'd like to continue to reiterate our shipping policy. We do make every effort to ensure that your order ships promptly, and with that in mind, here again is our shipping policy:

If an item is in stock -- meaning it's been made by our craftsmen, and it's ready to ship -- then we usually can ship an online order within 2 business days.

If the item is not in stock, or it needs some sort of customization (like laser engraving, a compass, or something along those lines), then we'll still make every effort to ship your order as soon as possible, but the expected ship date time frame in those instances will be 3 to 5 business days.

With regard to expedited shipping, while we make every effort to accelerate the time frame in which we pull a stick from stock, add any customization, pack it, and then give it to UPS, what you're paying for when you choose expedited shipping is how long it actually takes UPS to get the stick to you once it has left our warehouse. For example, if you ordered a walking stick on Monday with 3-Day Expedited Shipping, then we will still get the stick out within 2 business days, and once we get the stick to UPS (usually no later than Wednesday in that case), UPS will deliver your walking stick within 3 business days from that point. So, with that example, if you ordered the walking stick on Monday, and we shipped it on Wednesday with 3-Day Expedited Shipping, your stick would be delivered to you by the following Monday. Again, please allow for 2 or 3 extra days for customizations like laser engraving and compasses.

For any specific questions on your order, please email us and we'll be glad to answer your questions and to let you know an estimated ship date.

Browse all of our beautiful walking sticks and walking canes.

The One-Of-A-Kind Section Is Up And Running

2008-08-13T10:48:00.003-05:00

Our new section for one-of-a-kind walking sticks is up and running. You can find the link on the sidebar of our main walking sticks website, or simply click the link in the first sentence of this post.

One-Of-A-Kind Canes

2008-08-05T11:11:00.008-05:00

Within the next few days Brazos Walking Sticks will be launching a new line of walking canes that truly are one-of-a-kind. Our most skilled craftsman will be meticulously looking through our unique raw material (for example, vine twisted sticks), and finishing each shaft with an exotic handle. The resulting canes will be once-in-a-lifetime pieces. For each of these one-of-a-kind pieces, the cane you see in the photo is the exact cane you'll receive when you place your order.

Here's an example: this cane features a vine-twisted ironwood shaft with a rosewood handle. It's 37-inches long, and weighs approximately 32 ounces -- $160.

If you're interested in this cane, please send us an email or leave a comment. It's available to ship TODAY!

It Looks Delicious, But Don't Try Eating It

2008-07-23T15:32:00.015-05:00

If you're looking for a walking stick with a distinct "flavor," look no further than our Twisted Colorwood Walking Stick.

These candyesque sticks -- available in a versatile 50-inch size -- may not taste like much, but they handle beautifully with a solid feel in your hand. Each piece is fashioned from 19 layers of 1/16-inch dyed, laminated, hardwood board, making these walking sticks both sturdy and fashionable.

This walking stick comes with a standard rubber ferrule for a firm, secure grip on virtually any surface. For serious hiking, the rubber ferrule can also be upgraded to a spike ferrule or combination spike ferrule per your choice.

Like all of Brazos Walking Sticks' finely crafted walking sticks and canes, the Twisted Colorwood Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality wood and time-tested methods.

Go ahead, ~~taste one~~ try one today!

Speaking Of Feedback ...

2008-07-17T17:20:00.003-05:00

... I thought I'd post our last few feedback comments we've received on our Amazon.com store.

Great product!
A work of art which I love! A great walking stick and conversation piece.
Great product. Bought it for my mom because she refused to use a cane. A 'walking stick' had a better sound and made her feel less aged.
Wonderful item-can't wait to use it. Great vendor-I will recommend them to my friends and family!
Quality is just as advertised and the length is perfect.
Great product--arrived by promised date.
Beautiful walking cane!!!!! A A A A A GOD BLESS!!!!!!!!
Quality walking stick - beautiful. Packaged very well.

Of course, you can find our full line of high quality, handcrafted walking sticks, canes, and accessories at brazos-walking-sticks.com.

"On a scale of 1 - 10, I give Brazos a 20!"

2008-07-15T09:06:00.002-05:00

Here's a recent customer testimonial we received via email yesterday. Thanks to Debbie D. for allowing us to publish her comments!

Hi-

I just got my 58" Twisted Sassafras Walking Stick. I took it out of the package and was in complete shock! It is the most beautiful walking stick I have ever seen. I had originally ordered it to accompany me on my evening walks, but seeing how gorgeous it is, I have decided not to use it for that. It is just too nice to use as a walking stick. I am going to have to order one that is not as exquisite. On a scale of 1 - 10, I give Brazos a 20! Thank you so much for producing such beautiful works of art.

Sincerely,

Debbie D.

South Carolina

Shipping Times

2008-07-10T08:57:00.003-05:00

If an item is in stock -- meaning it's been made by our craftsmen, and it's ready to ship -- then we usually can ship an online order within 2 business days.

If the item is not in stock, or it needs some sort of customization (like laser engraving, a compass, or something along those lines), then we'll still make every effort to ship your order as soon as possible, but the expected ship date time frame in those instances will be 3 to 5 business days.

For any specific questions on your order, please email us and we'll be glad to answer your questions and to let you know an estimated ship date.

Browse all of our beautiful walking sticks and walking canes.

Twisted Sweet Gum

2008-07-01T11:27:00.005-05:00

Serious hikers and casual walkers alike praise the Twisted Sweet Gum Walking Stick for its strength, versatility, and beauty. This distinctive hardwood, with its darkish bark and grain, is an ideal walking aid for trekking through both neighborhoods and wooded trails.

Like all of our twisted sticks, the aesthetic appeal of the Twisted Sweet Gum Walking Stick is accented by our signature twist that spirals down its shaft. Every piece of sweet gum is meticulously chosen, prepared, cut, and sanded, giving it our distinctive twist. Finally, each stick is sprayed with a protective clear coat lacquer -- the result is a smooth finish that magnifies the wood’s innate beauty. The finished staff is a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted walking stick that is both sturdy and attractive.

The Twisted Sweet Gum Walking Stick comes in one of four sizes: 41-inches (primarily a “child’s size”), 48-inches, 55-inches, and 58-inches. The staff also comes with a standard rubber ferrule for a firm, secure grip on virtually any surface. For serious hiking, the rubber ferrule can also be upgraded to a spike ferrule or combination spike ferrule per your choice.

Like all of Brazos Walking Sticks' finely crafted walking sticks and canes, the Twisted Sweet Gum Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality wood and time-tested methods.

Ladies' Canes

2008-06-26T16:12:00.006-05:00

Brazos Walking Sticks is one of the largest manufacturers of handcrafted walking sticks and canes in America. In walking canes alone, our website offers more than 60 distinct styles to choose from. In addition to our time-honored traditional cane style, we've also started offering fashionable Ladies' Walking Canes with an elegant derby handle.

What make a Ladies' Walking Cane different? Two things: 1) Ladies' Walking Canes are made in a standard 34-inch size instead of our typical 37 or 40-inch size, and 2) Ladies' Walking Canes are made with a derby handle as opposed to one of our traditional cane handles.

I'd like to introduce you to a few of our Ladies' Walking Cane options:

The Ladies' Bocote Walking Cane

The Ladies' Twisted Oak Red Walking Cane

The Ladies' Twisted Colorwood Blue Walking Cane

In addition to these canes, we also have many more styles of Ladies' Walking Canes to choose from. Feel free to browse our website for more information on all of our products. And don't forget to personalize your walking stick or cane with custom laser engraving! (Just choose the stick you want to engrave, and hit the "Buy Now" button. You'll then be directed to the appropriate page to add laser engraving.)

Sizing Sticks And Canes

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Sizing a walking stick (or cane) can be a subjective art form. The reality is, a walking stick's size has a lot to do with the particular individual and what "feels good" to that individual during practical use.

Based on Brazos Walking Sticks' years of experience, we've developed some handy recommendations for both sizing a walking cane and understanding walking stick sizes.

Of course, feel free to contact us via phone or email if you have any specific questions.

Bocote

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At Brazos Walking Sticks we use a variety of exotic woods to make our exclusive, exotic handcrafted walking sticks and canes including the Bocote/Maple Pistol Grip Walking Cane and the ever-popular Cocobolo Walking Cane.

I'd like to take the time right now to dig into the practical and aesthetic aspects of the exotic wood bocote. Bocote is a Central American hardwood that boasts magnificent stripes and swirls in hues ranging from creamy brown to light tan.

As a wood for canes and staffs, bocote is ideal because it boasts uncompromising strength and density. When you hold a bocote walking stick or cane in your hand, you can feel the quality of the wood -- it's truly one-of-a-kind.

Aesthetically, bocote stands head-and-shoulders above most other wood variations. Its creamy tan-to-dark brown hues make for an eye-catching walking stick; its beautiful swirls, stripes, and grain patterns catch the eye like few woods can. When finished, this wood is something to behold.

If you're curious about handcrafted bocote products, check out our venerable Bocote Walking Cane or our laminated bocote and maple hiking staff.

Never Get Lost

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Here's another quality accessory from Brazos Walking Sticks: a liquid-filled compass. With a quality liquid-filled compass on your walking stick, you'll trek through the forest in style, with peace of mind knowing that you'll be able to find your way home again.

Simply choose the stick you want to buy, and then click "Buy Now" to add accessories.

Spike Your Walking Stick

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If you'd like to accessorize your walking stick, Brazos Walking Sticks gives you plenty of options. We offer everything from custom laser engraving to Texas State Seals.

As far as ferrules go, we have a plethora of options to choose from. All of our sticks come with a standard rubber ferrule; this rubber tip provides sure "footing" for just about any environment. We do, however, offer three types of ferrules that both ardent hikers and enthusiasts would be interested in:

The Lee Valley Spike

This spike is out top-of-the-line model. It boasts a brass construction with a removable spike and rubber tip.

The Combination Spike

This spike is our most popular spike accessory. At $12 it's affordable and highly functional. If you're out trekking in the forest somewhere, just pull the rubber tip off and the spiked end will dig into the ground for secure hiking and positioning. Ready to go back onto pavement? Just slide the rubber tip back on and you're ready to go!

The Spike Ferrule

This spike is for serious hikers! With a fine point spike, it'll be your trusty companion through miles of rough terrain.

If you're interested in accessorizing your stick, simply choose "Buy Now" from the particular stick's page on our website. After you click Buy Now, a list of accessory options for your stick will appear.

Enjoy your new accessory!

Welcome!

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Welcome to The Brazos Sticks Blog!

At Brazos Walking Sticks, we're constantly looking for new and creative ways to service our customers, communicate about our handcrafted products, and to provide speedy, general information to all who may be interested. With those thoughts in mind, we decided it's high time to step into the blogosphere with our very own weblog.

Be sure to bookmark this page and check back frequently as we'll be updating often with behind-the-scenes information on everything from sales to stick making.

We'll also be using this site to feature some of our beautiful handcrafted walking sticks like this one:

The Twisted Aromatic Cedar Walking Stick is arguably our most popular stick. We craft each staff from three pieces of 3/8-inch, laminated aromatic cedar board. Each stick is then carefully cut to size, sanded, and sprayed with a protective clear coat lacquer. The resulting staff is lightweight, beautiful, and highly functional.

Of course, you can view our full line of products at our main website, BrazosSticks.com.

We hope you enjoy this blog. We look forward to providing you all with valuable, pertinent information on a constant basis. Feel free to contact us at any time: shoot us an email or give us a call. We'd love to hear from you!