Find Your Proper Cane Height and Length for Better Stability
- WE OFFER FREE CANE SIZING WITH ANY ORDER.
- (Canes cut from their original size will incur a 30% restocking fee if returned)
How to Determine Cane Size When Buying a Cane
There are several ways to determine what your cane length should be--even if the user is not available to measure. Choose 1 of these 3 easy methods of cane sizing before placing your order.
1. How to Determine Cane Size When Buying a Cane
Simply take an existing cane, and measure from the lowest part of the top of the handle to the bottom of the tip. Round up to the nearest half inch. (see Diagram A)
2. Measure the Cane User
- Have the user put on their walking shoes.
- User should stand naturally upright as much as possible.
- Let their arms fall to the sides naturally with a normal relaxed bend at the elbow. (see Diagram A for correct posture)
- Using a tape measure or yard stick, measure the distance from their wrist joint (bottom crease at the wrist) down to the floor. Round up to the nearest half inch.
(**For accurate length a second person must read measurement to prevent wrist from moving)
3. Measure Half the Height of the User
If the user is not available or does not have an existing cane, use this method.
Although this works for most cane users it is not always exact. Choose this option at your own risk, and remember a 30% restocking fee applies to all returned cut canes.
Most users cane measurements will be within one inch of half the users height.
- Convert height into inches: Example user height is 5'6" which is 66 inches. 66 divided in half = 33 inches (always round up to the nearest half inch).
- Add half an inch to this measurement to get 33.5 inches.
- After receiving product use step #2 to confirm and change size if needed.
The estimated cane length would be 33.5 inches for the above example.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS INFORMATION IN NO WAY REPLACES A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL'S RECOMMENDATION. CANES ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE USED LIKE A CRUTCH FOR FULL WEIGHT SUPPORT, CANES ARE INTENDED ONLY FOR BALANCE.
Sizing is a free courtesy. In most cases, sized canes will ship the same day. Although we strive to cut the cane to the exact requested measurement, cane handle shapes and cane shaft variations will make the cut length vary up to 1/4” in length from requested size. Please keep in mind that most canes can be cut easily at home. Please contact customer service to be sure your cane is able to be custom sized or for more instructions. Please always check the item upon delivery to confirm the requested size. Canes can always be shortened but may not be lengthened. Please note* There are some walking canes that come to us with custom tips that are built into the cane. If these cane's are sized (cut), we cannot replace the original cane tip and will use our standard black rubber cane tip.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Put on your walking shoes.
- Stand naturally upright as much as possible.
- Let your arms fall to your sides naturally with a normal relaxed bend at the elbow.
- Using a tape measure or yard stick, measure the distance from your wrist joint (bottom crease at the wrist) down to the floor. Round up to the nearest half inch.
Simply check the Free Optional Same Day Custom Sizing check box above the "Add to Cart Now" button and select which length you would like, then add the cane to your cart.
Custom sizing will not delay your order.
Please note canes cut from their original size will incur a 30% restocking fee if returned.
Learn more about sizingOrders placed before 2:30 PM EST Monday - Friday will ship out same day.
FREE Delivery on orders over $95*, orders less than $95 is a $6 flat fee.
Shipping charges and times for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout.
No, this cane comes without atip.
- NNFVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5 years agoGreat walking stick
I've had it for about a year and used it often in lengths varying from about 36 inches to the full 60 inches and it has taken a lot of abuse. The compass in the top bulb was never very accurate and fell out and was lost on one of the many occasions that I have dropped the stick. I plugged the hole with a shaped cork from a wine bottle and it was none the worse for ware. The stick seems most balanced at either 48 or 60 inches and is not too heavy to carry in a pack or pack in your luggage. It does look like a truncheon when folded so is probably best put in checked luggage when flying. I doubt that TSA would let it through as a carry on even if using it as a cane.
All in all a great and useful gadget.
- DEDaniel E.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5 years agoExcellent!
I've had a Leki Photography stick for years and have taken it all around the world. The only problem was that it didn't collapse enough to fit it into luggage or carry on a backpack. This stick solves that problem. It's a bit heavier than the Leki, but seems very solid, both as a monopod and as a walking stick.
- RLRachel L.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars5 years ago4 Stars
I like how easy it is to extend and how secure I feel while walking, the only issue is that it is to heavy to use all of the time and to heavy to travel with.
- JSJune S.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars6 years ago3 Stars
Attractive and functional but quite heavy. Not appropriate for traveling with, but I'm keeping it for walking in my area.
- AGArlene G.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars6 years ago2 Stars
heavier than expected
