[pct-l] Snow Shoes vs. Timing for snow on a thru

[ned at mountaineducation.org]

Thanks, Diane, for the info!
We have not product tested the microspikes, but as crampon users (not for 
thru hikers) when we anticipate conditions that require them, we really 
appreciate how they mount to the boot and will not slide off, making for 
predictable footing and balance when needed. Happy to hear that for your 
Crest thru journey, microspikes served you well.



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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Diane Soini of Santa Barbara Hikes" <diane at santabarbarahikes.com>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Monday, October 25, 2010 6:30 PM
Subject: Re: [pct-l] Snow Shoes vs. Timing for snow on a thru


>
> On Oct 25, 2010, at 6:09 PM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:
>>  Make sure whatever devices you use
>> for traction aids (vs. microspikes) will not slide off your feet
>> when you
>> have to make an emergency sidestep to catch your footing.
>
> I was worried about that with the traction aids (microspikes and some
> other kind I forget the name). I realized that I could thread a
> shoelace through the rubber to tie it more firmly to my foot. Worked
> really well but turned out not really necessary. I was impressed how
> well they stayed put.
>
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