The majority of walking sticks will be sold as a pair. However, should you prefer to carry just one pole, that’s OK too. The side on which you carry it will vary depending on what feels comfortable to you and the type of terrain you're navigating. Many carry their walking stick on their dominant side, however, if you are navigating tricky terrain on either the right or left you may wish to switch your single stick to the challenging side. That being said, “using two poles will help keep you better balanced,” Brosseau says.