(Part 2) Best shoe ice & snow grips according to redditors
We found 93 Reddit comments discussing the best shoe ice & snow grips. We ranked the 53 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Yaktraxs, the ones with the coil springs, are actually pretty terrible compared to other designs.
The type of slip on ice cleat with spikes are the best. Here's a cheap option of that style. If you're willing to spend a bit more then these are a great upgrade that are more durable with better grip. If you want to spend a bit more, the best casual ice cleats are Stabilicers Maxx 2
I keep that second pair in my car every winter. I used to use the first pair. Getting out on a street or gas station or driveway that's iced over can be dangerous.
I fell on my back once on an iced over sidewalk before I got slip on ice cleats and I haven't had a problem since. At once point I pulled my then girlfriend up an iced over sloped driveway using them. They give tons of grip on ice.
Hey, I delivered in an area where ice was very common. If your shoes don't have enough traction, buy something like this. The pair I got were really easy to slip on and off. My store's parking lot would have 2 inches of ice over the whole thing, and the manager wouldn't do anything about it. These saved my butt. Literally.
What does everyone wear to increase traction. I have a pair of Ice Trekkers that have served me well enough. Is there something thats lighter or better in some way for running on ice and snow?
You can buy ice cleats to add on to your boots that could help in icy conditions. Not sure if they would've necessarily helped here (seems like a hand rail would've been the best thing), but I wear them on icy days because it's deceptively easy to slip and fall even while watching out for ice.
Good tip!
Those work pretty well for light snow, especially on pavement, these more intense spikes however work much much better in deeper snow/off pavement. They are awful on pavement though, as they're not as flat, which makes you kinda wobbly.
The linked version are $15, Prime eligible, they're a knock-off of the $70 REI version, and as far as I can tell, identical quality. No clue if knock-off brand matters, but these are the one I bought.
Get you a good coat, good thermal base layers, good boots, and good gloves. I got all of mine from patagonia's worn wear program. Those are all worth investing in. Keep cheaper versions of these in your car, or keep your good stuff in a bag and always bring it to your car with you. I've gotten stuck in weird rainstorms and windy times without my outdoor gear, and it sucks. Depending on if you're on a trail, it can be dangerous.
Get a hat with ear flaps, or get earmuffs, and get a good scarf. What works best for me is a tight infinity scarf so that it's close to the skin. Sometimes I wear two and pull one up over my nose--you can do this with one, but I've found that sometimes I'm cozier with two :)
For reflective stuff, LED things are great. I also use this kind of reflective wear when I'm walking. It's cheap and effective.
If you get snow or ice, these things are lifesavers. Dogs that don't normally bug you when they pull could easily pull you to the ground if they pull at the wrong time when you're on an especially slick spot. Obviously, that's a bad time, but especially if you're young it's easy to forget that it's dangerous, particularly in winter--and again, especially on trails where you'll be in a bad situation if you get hurt.
Layering is your best friend as others have said. imo winter boots aren't worth it, so long as you have a good pair of all-season boots that are waterproof. At that point, you just need two good pairs of socks and you'll be set.
CHAPSTICK and lotion!! Put it in all your pockets. People forget about this, but winter is super drying on your skin and I've experienced lip bleeding from super chapped lips. Also, get lotion with SPF. You still need sunscreen in winter.
It's also worth noting that you should be prepared for winter car emergencies if you drive to your walks, too. Keep a blanket, food, water, flashlight, and extra warm clothes in there. Make sure you have an ice scraper, snow shovel, flares (especially important in winter), and jumper cables. They even make self jump starters if you go to especially rural areas or don't have local contacts that can help.
Also, get your car checked out before winter hits full force. Some mechanics will do free system checks when you get your tires rotated or get your winter tires.
P.S. Rechargeable hand warmers exist. They rock, and many can also work as portable phone chargers.
I'm going to be running the [ezakimak race] (http://www.mammothmountain.com/winter/things-to-do/events/event-detail?url=11-053-ezakimak-ski-run-show-challenge-mammoth-pink-moon) next weekend in Mammoth Mountain, and was wondering if i needed crampons since i would be on the ski slopes. I dont want to drop $50 on something I'll only be using once, do you think they will be necessay?
https://www.amazon.com/Yaktrax-Diamond-All-Surface-Traction-Walking/dp/B01BZHF97U/ref=zg_bs_5160160011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=F2ESCH1ZB9TS0VEDSJZE
That’s a spike for a set of ice cleats that slip onto your shoes/boots.
Those have some pretty poor reviews... Sure there are only 3 reviews, but two are 1-star and the other is 2-star...
These ones seem to get better reviews and are nearly half the price ($10 compared to $18).
It's been a while ('90's) but I've been to Bethel a fair bit. It's probably Alaska's biggest "bush" village - not a city, not a town like you'd think in lower 48 - much smaller and less developed. Overall kind of dirty and scummy. Think very rural. Then think even more rural and you still won't be close if you haven't been to bush Alaska before. Hub for western Alaska - native hospital (I assume where you're interning). They've got a road and some cars/trucks and I think even a cab or 2. There'll also be snow-gos (aka snowmachines aka snowmobiles) and 4-wheelers on the road. People are generally friendly and like as not will offer a ride if you're walking. You'll be shopping at the Alaska Commercial store where you'll get shocked at prices for brown lettuce and old vegetables and fruit. Nice that you'll get room and board included as else it's big $$$.
The coat you link to would likely do you fine for when it gets cold. Being long it might be a little hassle if you go riding on 4 wheelers or snow machines. A lot depends on what you do. No one in Alaska will care if you're "fashionable". Not even in Anchorage - people wear jeans/carharts to absolutely anything. Certainly not in Bethel. But nicer is fine too - don't worry, if you're not a local native, they'll know you're from outside regardless. I'm sure you've googled weather history. You'll get a big range. By November it can get wicked cold, but more likely not below zero. Of course you'll have other stuff to layer with if need be. Warm, waterproof boots. No need for crampons! I think maybe cypressash miss-wrote and meant something like this. or some similar variation. I wouldn't bother with it though.
Good luck and enjoy an experience.
It can be terrifying - there are different routes you can take.
Regarding me personally - I've not run over ice yet this year. When I was in XCountry I had actual spiked running shoes when it was rainy/icy/snowy.
I don't know what her symptoms are but I'm a practical gift person, so perhaps these aren't good yet but maybe for future years: Digital thermometer, because when an MS'er is feeling bad, they can temp check for infection. Infections cause a temporary worsening of symptoms that can make you fear you're in relapse when you've just got a simple bladder infection! Also, I just bought these [Shoe Traction Cleats for Ice and Snow] (https://www.amazon.com/Limm-Traction-Cleats-Extra-Large/dp/B01KIPYNLI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511851765&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=SNOTEK+Pro+Winter+Ice+Grips+for+Shoes+and+Boots) for myself for winter ice and snow (I can't feel my feet anymore and I live in the great white north so these help me from slipping and fit over regular shoes and boots). They are awesome, and can be pulled off whenever you want. Also I bought myself a sturdy, black folding cane that looks classy/sleek/sexy so I can put it in my purse when not needed and not look like I'm carrying around a candy cane. Walking poles are good too, if you want something more subtle that can also be used for imbalance problems. I recently learned that a wobbly MS'er can still hike if they use these ;)
I know how you feel. I hear people talking about going jogging in winter and it makes me cringe.
I realized I have a different way of walking if I suspect ice. Sort of like a lighter step where I twist my foot a bit when I step down to gauge the slipperiness.
Although I haven't tried any, there are definitely affordable things you can get to attach to your shoes/boots for extra grip on ice. Just look up "ice grips" or if you want to get really intense- "crampons". I saw several options on Amazon for around $20. Here is an example.
Best of luck this season :)
We were there in December and I think this matches up with our experience. If you want to drive up to the Dyrhólaeyjarviti lighthouse (my absolute favorite view on our south coast drive), the hill says 4x4 required. We saw a 2 wheel FWD about 3/4 up and their wheels were spinning at one point. It may be possible to get up, but probably not a smart idea.
We didn't bring any crampons and that's one thing we regretted. There were some views we couldn't comfortably get to due to ice next to the edge of a cliff. One place we saw them for sell had them for about $75/pair. You can get something like these these for $65.
We had water resistant boots, pants, and jackets and it was awesome.
Any glacier hike tours should be providing microspikes similar to these that slip on over whatever boots you're wearing. I'd just make sure you've got a sturdy pair of waterproof hiking boots and you'll be fine.
It's been an icy winter here, and my dog wants to walk snow or shine, so I got these
I have the Ice Trekkers.
http://www.amazon.com/ICETrekkers-Diamond-Grip-Traction-Cleats/dp/B00BEQKM7K?th=1&psc=1
They work very well in icy conditions, and I've yet to break a pair. In the winter I can make it up the first Flatiron faster than in the summer.
As one would expect, they're not great on solid rock (like rubber shoes are). It actually becomes easier to stick to the ice. They work well in hard pack snow, but they're obviously not snow shoes, and won't work in the deep stuff. Absolutely worth having a pair.
Buy one size up for boots. I'm a 10.5, and the large fits all my shoes better than the medium.
Also, at the Boulder REI garage sale they sometimes have some at a discount.
Cosyzone Traction Cleats Ice Snow Grips Crampons Micro Spikes for Shoe Boots, Safe for Outdoor Walking Hiking (M) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075CB5WL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PXmvCb5S0J89D