[pct-l] Traction Devices

[Paul Magnanti]

Here's an overview written last year of traction devices.  As others said: Yak Trax crap. Katoola Microspikes good.
In step crampons good for snow. :)

Though meant for trail running, this article gives a great overview for traction devices for lighter footwear. The only review missing is forin-step (4 pt) crampons. 
In-step crampons are a bit impractical for trailrunning and/or for some
lighter footwear.  However, if you use traditional boots,  the four pt.
crampons have proven to be a good option for hikers in icy and and snowy, but
non-technical, conditions.
http://web.archive.org/web/20080503033404/http://www.mountainrunning.com/features/february_08/index.html


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