suggestion Walking wooden stick

[javijungle]

It could be made from a tree, birch or maple, optionally with cured casings or a scrap for the handle and cord.
Without the need for a metal spearhead, that could be manufactured optionally, it could be sharpened with a knife to be used as a  weapon against predators in necessary case.

During the walk it would relieve the weight overload in a percentage.
It could also reduce the risk of sprain when carrying it, or serve as support in case of ankle prain or injury.
For me personally, after a ankle sprain, a single bandage does not take away my limp.

Edited April 22, 2022 by javijungle

[I_eat_only_wolf_meat]

Great idea.  Could also reduce the chance of sprains in uneven terrain, at the expense of the weight and inability to use a two hand weapon.

 

edit:  that's (partly) what you said.

Edited April 22, 2022 by I_eat_only_wolf_meat