Kahtoola MICROspikes Footwear Traction for Winter Trail Hiking & Ice Mountaineering

My first experience with Microspikes was in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in early February. From the parking lot, which was a sheet of ice, to the Franconia Ridge, the Microspikes did not let me down. I was able to hike up the Falling Waters trail without incident. This trail is extremely steep at places and the icy rocks near several waterfalls can be very dangerous. Never once did I slip. I was actually amazed that they worked so well and there was no need for full crampons. If you read a few winter trail reports, youll see that Microspikes seem to be the de facto light traction device for the mountains of New Hampshire. Now, I know why. My only problem with the product was that I originally ordered the large size for my size 13 boots. Far too small. However, the x-large size fit perfectly without any movement on the boots or adjustments required while hiking.

They Bloody work !

Well, lets just say I can walk on steep icy inclines now. Great product and still in perfect condition after 50+ miles of hiking in icy conditions.

Easy to put on if you have the right size. Flawless in 2 years of constant winter hiking use. I came back to get a second set for myself and my wife, just in case one day we have a failure and for some reason they are discontinued. The best things in the world always get discontinued, these are one of the best things. :)

I thought they were great. Really easy to put on, love the carrying case. But 2nd time I used them, the rubber snapped on one. I had been post-holing but it didnt seem like there was enough debris or ice to cause damage on a brand new item. Having said this, Kahtoola has a warranty on their spikes and they replaced them quickly.

Worked great during high altitude hike in the Smoky Mtns.

Just recently hiked Mt. Madison in NH with these and they performed very well. I could not have made it to the summit without them as it was above tree-line and covered in ice. The MICROspikes gave me sure footing that I could count on and made the hike very enjoyable.

One pair held up great the other one chain broke

works

I got these for hiking in the Adirondacks. Theyre easy to carry in the included storage pouch. Very easy to put on and they really make it easy to handle icy and uneven terrain. I was able to climb steep rocks covered in ice and never missed a step. Hiked for several hours on 2 consecutive days and they never felt uncomfortable. They seem to be wearing well and are easy to clean. Im glad I got them!