How Do You Convert A Spear Into A Hiking Pole?
In traditional indigenous cultures, the distinction between a spear and a basic staff was one specific part: the point. Today’s spears come in a variety of fashions, from the metal-tipped Chinese spears used in kung fu practice to a replica of a Spartan spear or javelin. With some minor alterations, practically anyone can make the necessary transition between a spear and a sturdy hiking staff. Clamp or otherwise secure your spear to a solid object, preferably a table or work bench or some kind. Tighten a carpenter’s vise or C-clamp around the shaft and fasten it to the surface of your object while adding a towel to prevent scratching the shaft. Measure the distance between the floor and your armpit by stepping on the metal clip at the end of the measuring tape and raising the tape unit to your armpit. Add two or three inches from this number, depending on the desired length of your walking stick. Measure your desired staff length on your spear, starting at the butt-end or the opposite
