Every trail demands a reliable companion. Meet The Burntwood, a signature handcrafted hiking pole from Stormwood born directly from our own woodland. Grown, harvested, and crafted using traditional, sustainable methods right here at Emlyn's Coppice, this walking stick offers sturdy, lightweight support wrapped in a striking, artisan aesthetic for the modern adventurer.
Key Features
Estate-Grown Coppiced Hazel: Grown in our own woods at Emlyn's Coppice and harvested using ancient woodland coppicing methods, our hazel wood provides an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, offering flexibility and resilience while promoting healthy, regenerating local forests.
Artisanal Shou Sugi Ban (Yakisugi) Finish: The bold, alternating black stripes on the shaft are not just a pattern; they are created using the traditional Japanese shou sugi ban (or yakisugi) technique. This process uses controlled fire to deep-char the surface, creating a beautiful, insect-resistant, and weather-resistant finish. The result is a striking contrast with the light hazel, making each stick unique and functionally enhanced.
Ergonomic Natural Crown: The carefully selected Y-shaped top provides a comfortable, natural resting place for your hand and thumb, helping to reduce wrist fatigue during long ascents and descents.
Braided paracord Lanyard: An integrated, heavy-duty braided paracord wrist strap sits just beneath the grip, ensuring you maintain control of the stick over uneven terrain and rocky scrambles.
Solid Brass Ferrule: The base of the pole is fitted with a durable brass ferrule. This cap protects the hazel from splintering and moisture damage while providing a confident, secure strike on dirt, rock, or pavement.
Built for the Journey
True to the Stormwood name, The Burntwood isn't merely manufactured—it is grown, hand-harvested, and artisanal-crafted right in our own backyard. Hazel has been prized for centuries for its natural toughness and shock absorption, making it the premier choice for traditional walking sticks. The shou sugi ban process adds a layer of artisanal, time-tested protection.
The solid, continuous wood construction ensures exceptional weight-bearing capability without the rattling or collapsing risks associated with modern telescopic poles. Over time, the natural Emlyn's Coppice hazel will develop a rich patina, and the deeply blackened yakisugi finish will remain resilient, ensuring that your walking stick becomes a personalized record of your miles on the trail.
Equip yourself with a piece of functional, sustainable heritage and tackle your next adventure with confidence. Add The Burntwood to your gear collection today.
Height on this one is ideal for someone between 5'8" and 6' 2" but can be easily cut at home to suit your individual height/needs, rubber feet are easily available online as an alternative to the fitted brass ferule.
