I am 5'6", which handle length would be best for my height, the 36" on the X27, or the 28" on the X25?
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I'm 5'6" and the 28" X25 works quite well for me. Soft wood like alder splits like it isn't even there. Harder wood like douglas fir may take a couple of whacks. The X25 feels pretty top heavy since the handle has very little weight. I wouldn't want it to be any longer since I think it would be harder to precisely control the point of impact.
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Probably the 28", but to be safe you can always get the 36" and choke up on it. Do you use a chopping block or split on the ground? If you always use a block, the 28" will probably work.
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Despite the other answers handle length really has nothing to do with your height. The longer handle of the X27 will give you increased head speed (think golf) resulting in easier splitting. The (light) Fiskars head will feel slightly heavier at the end of the long handle but it shouldn't present a problem for anyone of average strength. A longer handle will give you less head accuracy but that shouldn't be a problem either. Unless portability or swing clearance presents a problem go with the longer X27.
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I'm 5' 6" and I love using mine. If you flip the bar over, the grips are higher, flip it back and they are lower. So you can choose the side you want to use.
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I'm 6'2". Handle height is fine for me. As for the child, he should be good. Have a daughter about the same size, and still riding like a champ in the thing! Hope this helps you.
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with your hands to your side the walker handle should be about wrist high. Mine is higher because I'm under 5' tall. Basically, it boils down to what's comfortable for the user.
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You shouldn't have to , the handle telescopes longer. I'm 6'2 " and it's fine for me
301384
The first answer is correct. The 25.5 height includes about 3 inches of handles.
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Hi Joyce, Handles are 56 inches. I am 5'8" and they are perfect for me. They come in two parts and are pretty sturdy.
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Depends on how tall you are. I am only 5' 1 so the 26" would have been to high. They are ajustable so. you can't go wrong with either one. I am very happy eith my 24".
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My husband is 6'3" --the handle is adjustable - I am 5'3" and its comfortabke for both of us to push.
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30 inch has more Buoyancy and can carry more weight. Safety should be number 1 priority, so I would choice the 30 inch
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How's your coordination? If you are coordinated enough to swing an axe accurately, the 36" provides a lot more leverage. Just stand further away from your objective. If you have good upper body strength perhaps the 28" will suffice.
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I'm 5' 6" and the handle is a comfortable height for me. I think it would work for you too.
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I would suggest that you purchase the 55". I am 5'5" and I am more comfortable with the 58" as I hike frequently. The 58" lends more support when crossing wet rocks and/or steep hills. I have two Brazos hiking sticks in the 58" length.
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The pan handle reaches 38"; the broom handle is about 6" shorter. I'm 5' tall and it is a comfortable fit with no bending.
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I'm 5'5" and my husband is 6'2". The handle works well for both of us. The angle doesn't seem to matter. It's a good design.
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I would definitely say go with the 18". Unless you have long legs the 20" might be too much of a stretch and end up being rather uncomfortable
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I don't really know. I am guessing a 26" would be better for a taller person.