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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 10:43 am
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Originally Posted by Steve_ZA
They are classed as "dangerous" according to http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAn...avel/DG_176922
Interesting Steve,

When, I wonder, is a walking stick a stick and when is it a pole?

I should add that it's not really an "aid" to me in normal usage - I use them going up and down Munroes in Scotland mostly. If I can take them on board it means I'll be hand-luggage only.
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