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Kahtoola MICROspike Traction System
I need something "just in case", while hiking the high...
By Mark K.
Ranked #491 - Crampons
September 14, 2009
I need something "just in case", while hiking the high peaks in the Adirondacks on marked trails. My intention is NOT to use these to hike in the winter, but to carry them in late summer and early autumn in case I encounter (get caught) with iced trail conditions and exposed peak rock-face above the tree-line. Given that, would this product be appropriate or are they not "heavy-duty" enough? If not appropriate, what would/is there something appropriate short of a full-blown $100+ pair of crampons?
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By Matt Mio
Ranked #256 - Crampons
April 28, 2010
To correct Evan Stevens, Microspikes are made from rubber for the upper part and stainless steel, NOT aluminum. Thus, they hold up pretty well on rocks--but I wouldn't wear them continually on rock, it will wear them out a lot quicker than wearing them on ice or compacted snow.
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By Evan Stevens
Ranked #57 - Crampons
September 14, 2009
I think these things are more than adequate for what you are looking for...in fact I know folks who run around on glaciers to get to rock climbs with them, so perfect for you to throw in the pack for emergencies. They are aluminum, so if you run around on too much rock, then they will wear down pretty quickly.
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