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View Poll Results: How often do you carry a walking stick when kilted?

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  • Never, I don't have or need one

    59 36.88%

  • Sometimes, at a Highland Games or other special event

    20 12.50%

  • For serious hiking only

    27 16.88%

  • Often, when out for a stroll

    33 20.63%

  • Always

    5 3.13%

  • I don't have a stick but would like one!

    16 10.00%
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  1. 3rd February 09, 07:49 PM #1
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    Pretty much just for serious hiking. The rocks around here are mostly Navajo Sandstone better known for obvious reasons as "slick rock." So some sort of pole is in order to have a second chance to recover on a slip, or better yet to prevent slips.













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