Kahtoola EXOspikes Footwear Traction for Winter Hiking and Running
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Our verdict
Our pick for mixed winter terrain because the twelve tungsten carbide spikes per foot bite into ice while the low-profile design holds up on bare rock and pavement, where taller spikes wear down fast. The flexible harness stretches over hiking boots and trail shoes, and the whole pair packs down small in the included tote for carrying on a run or hike. It suits winter hikers and trail runners who cross ice, packed snow, and dry ground in a single outing. The honest limit is deep snow and steep ice: the short spikes cannot punch through fresh powder the way longer trail spikes can, so truly steep or deep conditions still call for a more aggressive device.
Best for
Best for winter hikers and trail runners on mixed ice, snow, and bare ground
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