Wooden Hiking Sticks
Wooden Hiking Sticks are made usually of strong, hardwoods like cherry, oak, aspen, pecan, cedar, and bamboo. They come in different lengths but are mostly available in lengths between four and five and a half feet. Some models have rubber tips and grips and metal ends. Wooden Hiking Sticks are ideal for recreational hiking. They may be homemade.
Steel Hiking Sticks
Steel Hiking Sticks are made of durable steel tubing. Some may be a bit heavy, weighing up to a pound. Most Steel Hiking Sticks have metal or rubber tips for balance.
Aluminum Hiking Sticks
Aluminum Hiking Sticks are made of lightweight aluminum tubes. They may be adjustable to lengths of two and a half to five feet. They typically have locking mechanisms that prevent them from sliding down.
Aluminum Hiking Sticks may also have springs that act as shock absorbers to alleviate pressure in the ligaments, muscles and joints.
Carbon Fiber Hiking Sticks
Carbon Fiber Hiking Sticks are made of lightweight carbon fiber that weighs at least 10 ounces. Most models may be folded to three sections, making them adjustable to different heights, between two and a half to five and a half feet. They are ideal for long adventure hiking.
Carbon Fiber Hiking Sticks usually come with carbide tips and foam grips for maximum stability and balance. | 
