Hi,
I have read through the forum topics and didn't see a specific mention of a cane/stool combo that people have used and liked.
My sister and I are traveling with my parents on an Oddyesy tour and while my dad is mobile, he is 85 and is going through cancer treatments and can tire easily. I would like to bring along a cane with seat or a small stool should he need to just stop and rest.
Are there any specific recommendations on a product?
Appreciated.
Posted by
TX
2869 posts
someone hs discussed cane with stool on forum and very recently.
I read the posts and was not interested in the time but have become more interested. I tried to go back to discussion but could not find it.
I believe the posts were within a discussion and all that i can remember is that it was recent.
Hope someone from forum will jump in with a link to the discussion
Posted by
Bay Area SF & Uppsala Sweden 🇸🇪
1467 posts
Hi there! Yes, I posted a thread about it, with some excellent responses. https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/packing/light-weight-packable-seat-for-standing-around.
I ended up choosing this stool, but warning, it barely fits into my 24" checked bag. https://www.amazon.com/PORTAL-Slacker-Folding-Outdoor-Camping/dp/B0BD8CL6TC
Haven't been to Pompeii yet, but will post feedback in January.
Posted by
Ontario, Canada
6469 posts
Many of the canes with seats are unstable, requiring the user to have a good sense of balance. There are collapsible stools which are more stable, and open/close easily. They have a carrying strap and can also fit in a day backpack when not in use. I posted a link to it on the PPs thread above.
Posted by
Alsenborn, Germany
2185 posts
What you want is a "Polo Seat Stick". They are much more common in the UK than in the US.
Try Cherry Tree or Horse and Hoof.
Posted by
OP
Utah
5 posts
This is awesome - thank you so much for the replies and information.
Posted by
1314 posts
I went to Amazon and searched cane seat. Many options came up.
Posted by
Bay Area SF & Uppsala Sweden 🇸🇪
1467 posts
Any information about length or link to a "Polo Seat Stick"?
Posted by
Western NC
228 posts
I used a collapsible stool of this design on several stateside trips where I would have periods of sitting and loved it.
https://www.amazon.com/Boreeman-Upgraded-Lightweight-Collapsible-Retractable/dp/B083945P76/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3A9FILL56XSHN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VGEPIYU06njbLvGP69iow2T6bi98J8BCwe4JBvYb5Ny0YuN_MLFvvbdxZRa8xNYZJ8XUHhxg6Izkmh7U5dv40TFQHxH3oVhZ6We8BaMMQzLqX0psUx7drKotIxputjsbEjFlMQKS8ZlfEpwXYHPo_bTlz1C4D_rIWchclNicuEnnH-Ca-RnV89Qds9zY7nSrLArC_tpTgH4MuqvtvMLIPTyOj1Ti4j1ZKM5yfX1Qbm6wWuSmSJci-JhnyUhDGinPgYEabF0Y8zu6y3pxLrwjiX_la4qOJwhI3e-LUcQipz4.rv69ObPT3tgRj4iWXoU_qtsu2OiSnzBVM-VdzG8F11Y&dib_tag=se&keywords=Camping%2Bstool&qid=1755275132&sprefix=camping%2Bstool%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-9&th=1
Posted by
Bay Area SF & Uppsala Sweden 🇸🇪
1467 posts
It sounds like you really need a sturdy cane/seat. This info is buried in my original post -
My friend who's a BA flight attendant said it should be no problem getting it onto a plane, it's a cane after all. Just use it at the airport and getting onto the plane. Hope that's helpful! https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Durability-Convenience-Anti-Slip-Lightweight/dp/B0DR46VGC1/?th=1