I like to use one. Mine too is a modified telescoping hiking pole from Target (el cheapo) but it works for me. I have considered purchaseing a new collasable one. But I have a few questions. 1st remember I am a big guy - pushing 300#.
What is the difference between a $40 off brand and a folstaff or simms for more than double that price?
I am aslo curious about your teathers for the telescoping ones. Do you leave the teather hooked too you while using the staff? If so how long is the teather? Reason I ask this is that I have issues with my telescoping one getting tangled in my fly line while it is drifting behind (or to the side of me). Thanks for any advice.
Brannon