What size MICROspikes do I need?
What size MICROspikes do I need?
Sizing for hiking boots/tennis shoes is as follows: Small fits Kids’ shoe sizes 4.5 – 7 / Women’s shoe sizes 6 – 9. Medium fits Women’s shoe sizes 9 – 12 / Men’s shoe sizes 7 – 10.5. Large fits Men’s shoe sizes 10.5 – 14. X-Large fits Men’s shoe sizes 14 – 16.
How are MICROspikes supposed to fit?
Microspikes fit over both my hiking boots and my running shoes. When you’re sizing your own pair, they should be as snug as possible around your shoes. If you can, try them on in person if you can and make sure they fit all the pairs of shoes you want to put them over.
Is Kahtoola a good brand?
Recommendation. If you are going to be hiking in snowy or icy conditions, or are in any need of a winter traction device, Kahtoola comes highly recommended by our team. We have all been the victim of purchasing a lesser quality product that broke too quickly, and specifically in the case of footwear traction.
Are MICROspikes any good?
Microspikes are the most popular alternative to crampons and, if you’re only planning on hiking this winter, should offer plenty of traction in the snow. Microspikes work much in the same way as a crampon with the accessory designed to fit over the walking shoes or boots.
Are MICROspikes one size fits all?
Microspikes sizing follows shoe sizing: XSmall: Youth 1-4, Small: Youth 4.5-7 Women 5.5-8.5, Medium: Women 8.5+ Men 7-10.5, Large: Men 10.5-14, XLarge: Men 14-16. For more information on Kahtoola Microspikes, visit www.kahtoola.com.
Do MICROspikes fit all shoes?
The Microspikes are easy to put on any pair of shoes. In fact, they work great on a pair of Keen Targhee II’s. However, they will fit on most trail running shoes, snow boots and hiking boots.
What should I look for in MICROspikes?
You may be pleased to learn that when it comes to hiking ice spikes, microspikes are much easier to put on than crampons are. The main things to check are compatibility with your outdoor footwear and how easy – or not – they are to fit into place. One featured set will even go over many regular pairs of shoes.
Do Microspikes fit all shoes?
Where are Kahtoola Microspikes made?
Fortunately for us, our home city of Flagstaff, AZ is a great place to make this happen. We’re surrounded by a community of world-class athletes and outdoor enthusiasts we can count on to test our products, and our backyard—which includes the Grand Canyon—is a constant source of inspiration.
How long do Microspikes last?
The durability of the Kahtoola MICROspikes is noteworthy, and they come with a two-year warranty. I have a pair of MICROspikes from seven winters ago that are still going strong.
Can you sharpen MICROspikes?
Instead, I put some leather gloves on and just held each piece tightly as I sharpened the spikes one by one. The gloves helped me keep a firmer hold on the spikes and kept me from filing my fingers. It was a little awkward depending on the placement of the spike I was holding, but overall it worked quite well.
Do MICROspikes wear out?
And yes, they will wear out eventually. I own Hillsound Trail Crampons which, aside from a few differences in construction, are similar to Microspikes. I bought them last fall and wore them on a hike to Gothics (Adirondacks) last November. Nearing the summit, the crusty trail gave way to bare rock.
Can you walk on rocks with microspikes?
From their website: “While our Kahtoola KTS Crampons are flexible and slightly more aggressive our MICROspikes® Traction System lets you travel safely and quickly across ice, scree, snow-covered driveways, wet rocks and anywhere else you just need a little more traction.”
Why choose kahtoola gaiters?
Learn more. Kahtoola hiking and trail running gaiters bring comfort, fit, durability, high-performance, and overall improved functionality together to keep annoying bits of trail and wet conditions out of your footwear for uninterrupted and enjoyable outings. Learn more.
What is kahtoola’s warranty policy?
All Kahtoola stretch-on traction devices are designed and field-tested for your most demanding adventures and are backed by a 2-year limited warranty. Products are warrantied to the original owner only and will be replaced or repaired at Kahtoola’s discretion. Best microspikes on the market!
How do you Mount microspikes in real life?
Shoe size 10, MICROspikes size M The MICROspikes in real life Mounting Surprisingly easy to put on, also standing one-legged in the woods. Put it over the forefoot, pull up at the flap at the back – ready! You don’t have to fiddle around for long. Fit Overall, they fit very well!
Who is the founder of kahtoola?
In our latest blog, Kahtoola Founder & Adventurer, Danny Giovale and Hiking Guide & Friend of Kahtoola, Myriam Bishop offer tips for minimizing risk while maximizing your reward on the trail! Read the blog! EXOspikes™ footwear traction is the culmination of more than 20 years of design experience.