Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
I'll second Al's recommendation of the Kahtoola Microspikes. I purchased a pair about 18 months ago and have used them on a few winter hikes. They're durable...
Bill Ferris 2011-11-06 10:30:40 #67263
Re: Upcoming Nov 15-20 Tanner - Beamer - Escalante - New Hance
Hi Drifter and others,
You're likely right that luck is playing a role. It's also possible that conditions were traction devices are necessary aren't that...
Scott 2011-11-06 10:27:08 #67262
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
I also own the Kahtoola Microspikes and find them terrific. Also, they are made locally - Flagstaff (or so goes the report). I used instep crampons (quite a...
Wilderness 2011-11-06 10:09:44 #67261
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
Thanks to everyone for the feedback on the various crampons, instep crampons.......... It looks like it is now a decision between the Yaktrax Extreme and...
Bob Wais 2011-11-06 09:33:19 #67260
Looking for opinions on crampons
I haven't seen these in use, but they got terrible user reviews on Amazon.
I have used the Kahoola Microikes on all kind of trails here in Maine for
two...
Karl Gottshalk 2011-11-06 09:18:17 #67259
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
Another option, if you want something more stable than an instep crampon or
microslikes, but not full-on crampons
Yaktrax XTR Extreme Outdoor Traction...
John Ladd 2011-11-06 08:54:26 #67258
Re: Upcoming Nov 15-20 Tanner - Beamer - Escalante - New Hance
Yes indeed these are the ones Rich is always talking about. Pretty sure he has Chris F in them too. Check them out. Keens are good too, but I LOVE the...
JoshC 2011-11-06 08:17:20 #67257
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