Hugo Mobility 731-840 Adjustable Quad Walking Cane, Ebony

I'm 83, stroke survivor, living alone. I have multiple devices for getting around, (scooters, rollators, walkers, canes, etc.) But lately, certain things I do, where a quad-cane works best, have become a little scary. I'm wobbly, but a walker is a pain to get through doors with a closing spring thing. A large base quad-cane has really been the answer to my need. This Hugo cane is extremely well made. Some reviewers have said the bottom was loose, or something. Mine snugs up very easily & it's NOT wobbly. The strap probably would be dangerous to use as a wrist strap, but can be handy to slip through a purse strap or something, then loop it over the top of the handle. Mine had a 2nd Hugo label that covered up the adjusting holes, but I found it was just shrink-wrap, holding a document. I cut it & peeled it off to expose the adjustment button holes. I like the grip shape a lot compared to the round, hard foam ones on my other quad canes. Just so you know, this cane is NOT light. You don't want to go strolling like Dapper Dan. It'll get your wrist pretty quick. But I needed some stability for certain things. What works best is to swing it ahead, then walk up to it, then keep repeating this. I keep thinking of the Mary Poppins film where Dick Van Dyke is doing the "Punting on the Thames" thing. It's like having a movable grab rail almost. The "K" pattern of the base is the way to go, it gives stability but doesn't get in the way of your feet. the base can be swung for either the right or left side. (Mine came set up for the right side) All 4 tubular "legs" have good weld beads holding them to the base plate. I can't imagine how anyone could ever break or bend this cane.

Good item. Works well. Very comfortable handle. I'm 5'11" 205 lbs. Fits well. I ordered I in the coco color. Looks great, and it won't get mixed up with anyone else's cane at therapy. I get compliments on the color.

I bought this for my father. He is 84 years old and fairly active with the exception of an arthritic hip. I am an RN and work in geriatrics; therefore, I am always thinking of safety and fall prevention. This quad cane is very sturdy and provides a wide base of support, My father has a roller walker he occasionally uses indoors; however, this cane provides the support my father needs to be active outdoors on uneven ground. My father says the handle is comfortable and he feels like he has a secure grip. The handle can be adjusted for right or left hand use. If you look closely at the base, it is a K shape rather than an X shape as with most quad canes. The flatter side is used toward the inside so when walking, the foot does not hit the support legs. The non-slip covers on the feet provide good traction on hardwood floors as well as steps and grass. The height can also be adjusted, allowing the user to walk more upright and reducing tension on the lower back. Features my father really likes are that it will stay upright when he has to reach for something or when not in use. He also says the curved handle reduces the strain on his shoulder. This is a plus verses the old wooden stick cane he was using. I have ordered a second one, my father now requires the support on both sides when walking outside. I am happy to have found this quad cane for him as it enables him to still get out and enjoy the outside for short walks and odd jobs around our farm.

There is a lot to like about this quad cane--and some things that require getting used to. It is very sturdy--much sturdier than another slightly cheaper cane I bought that was so wobbly I considered it unsafe. But it's heavy, probably too heavy for a small person or anyone with significant upper body weakness. And for anyone like me who has relied on a single-tip cane for some time, there is a definite learning curve. At first, I tried to simply move the cane and plant all four feet before I took a step. That left me feeling unbalanced and it's a very slow process. With a little trial and error, I discovered that by moving it forward, planting the back two feet and rocking forward onto all four as I moved (sort of a rolling gait), it was more natural and gave me a much steadier feeling than my old cane. The approach that worked for me may not work for others with different needs, though. Because of the size of the foot, it's definitely awkward in tight places, too. PROS: --Solid, not wobbly at all --The locking mechanism is superb --The handle is both comfortable and strong --Adjusting for using in the right or left hand is easy --It stands up on its own, which is a big deal if you've been dealing with dropping your cane or having it fall over --With practice, it can be an excellent alternative to a walker when going a short distance or if you're in a crowded environment CONS: --But make no mistake...this will NOT replace a walker if you need one for balance or support to go any distance --It's heavy --You really do have to experiment with how to walk with it (and that will be different for each person, I suspect) --The weight and foot size make it awkward to get into a car --The wrist strap appears to be pointless and possibly even dangerous if you were wearing it and lost your balance --As others noted, the logo and text are a bit obtrusive (but since mine is black, I figure a quick spray of black enamel or, worst case scenario, 10 inches of electrician's tape will take care of that. Most likely, I'll just get used to it.) I don't love it yet, but I already like it a lot. We'll see how it does over time.