i first wrapped with paracord. it wasn't as "grippable" as the manila was. thinking was, to use the staff as a 6' arm to reach and help someone up a hillside. paracord wrap is too smooth for that application.

so i switched to manila.

then moved the paracord to the middle of the staff - below the boy scout leather hand grip - as backup to other paracord i carry.

i found the smooth leather was easier on my hands than either the paracord or manila.

but that's just me. other users may have different results.

good luck.