What is the best wood for a hiking staff? 1

[tomwalz]

What is the best wood for a hiking staff?

Strongest, toughest, prettiest, most comfortable, etc. If you were going to build a hiking staff, what would you use? Weight is somewhat of an issue. Ability to hold up while beating down brush and blackberries is also an issue. It would be nice if it would take fittings for bear bells, etc.

Thanks,

Tom


Thomas J. Walz
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[TomDOT]

Never heard of it either. Although I would probably go for birch if it worked. I like snakes.