I fell 4 times on the Legault Mountain Trail but I haven’t fallen since I bought the ICE Trekkers Diamond Grips.
The ICETrekkers have been a life saver and I now enjoy hiking so much more, especially on snow, ice and mud.
Take a look at the ICETrekker features.
ICETrekker Features
- Aggressive Traction
- Transition from Gravel to Ice and Snow Effectively
- Made with Steel Aircraft Cable
- Patented Beads with Hundreds of Biting Edges
- Tough Rubber Sling
- Rubber Remains Elastic in Sub-Zero Temperatures
- Easy to Put on and Take off
- Snug Fit
- Self Clearing
- Multiple Sizes to Choose From
Personal Experience with ICETrekkers
Let’s get right to the bottom line. The ICETrekkers are extremely easy to use and I have not fallen once on a trail since I have started using them.
All four of my last hikes in November and December have been on snow packed, icy and/or muddy trails but these ICETrekkers have made my life much easier on the trail and it’s nice having the confidence that these grips give me.
I recently hiked the Chief Mountain Trail near Idaho Springs, Colorado. It was snow packed from the trailhead to the Chief Mountain peak. I thought I might not need the ICETrekkers, since I also have the Leki Micro Vario Carbon AS Trekking Poles, but it only took me about 50 feet on the trail before I stopped and strapped on my ICETrekkers.
My daughter thinks she is tough enough and doesn’t need them but my son tried his on and really liked having the extra grip they provide. He still doesn’t have any trekking poles but at least he has better grips on his boots.
Check out my Leki Trekking Poles if you would like to learn more about them.
- Shoe grips designed to provide aggressive traction in winter walking conditions
- Made of case-hardened steel alloy and strung on steel aircraft cable
- Riveted to tough rubber sling that fits tennis shoes, boots and dress shoes
- Sling remains elastic even in subzero temperatures to keep grips secure
- Self-clearing design prevents snow and ice buildup
I found that the ICETrekkers were extremely easy to pull on and take off quickly. I never had to sit down or fight with them. I was able to pull them on my boot with only one hand.
I noticed the more experienced hikers on the trail all had ICETrekkers on or some other version of them. It really does make hiking more enjoyable and safer.
The Bottom Line
You don’t need ICETrekkers on every trail but strap them to your pack, as my son and I have done, so you will always have them when you need them.
Hiking is a lot more fun when you have confidence in every step you take. It’s also a lot safer and will help keep you out of the emergency room.
Take a look at my YouTube video on the ICETrekkers on a few trails I have hiked recently.
I would love to hear from you in the Comments Below if you have some kind of grips for hiking or if you have an opinion about them, or you can send me an Email.
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- Provides aggressive traction for all winter conditions
- Also effective in gravel, rock and mud
- Easy to put on and off
- Highly durable tungsten carbide spikes in an all steel housing
- Very effective on icy surfaces and packed snow
- Durable, low profile traction cleats fit over shoes and boots to provide superior traction during prolonged use on icy, snowy surfaces
- TIG welded steel links ensure durability in the most rugged conditions; square-shaped links have 90-degree edges that bit into ice
- Low-profile ladder pattern design provides enhanced heel-to-toe traction, without a lot of bulk, ensuring slip-free walks
- Natural rubber sling remains elastic and secure even in sub-zero temperatures; easy to put on and take off
- Available in S, M, L, and XL to fit most shoes and boots, add one shoe size for regular boots and two sizes for insulated boots; sold as a pair
- Durable traction cleats fit over shoes and boots to provide superior traction on snow and ice on all surfaces
- Patented Diamond Beads are made from case-hardened steel alloy strung on steel aircraft cable; hundreds of biting edges grip in all directions
- Natural rubber sling remains elastic and secure even in sub-zero temperatures; easy to put on and take off; comfortable for prolonged use
- Beads swivel independently, preventing buildup of snow and ice making them ideal for transitioning between surfaces like gravel, dirt, and concrete
- Available in S, M, L, XL, and 2XL to fit most shoes and boots, including insulated footwear
- 100% Synthetic
- Made in the USA and Imported
- Lightweight and affordable slip-on traction cleats to reduce the risk of falls when walking on snow or ice to work, school, or even to the mailbox
- Made of abrasion-resistant 1.2 mm steel coils with zinc coating to prevent rust; secured to shoes with durable Polyelastomer outer band
- Provides 360 degrees of traction on cold surfaces for all-direction stability; Spikeless, ultra lightweight design
- TUNGSTEN SPIKES – Prevent slips and falls this winter with our new and improved ICETRAX V3 Tungsten ice cleats. Designed in Canada for harsh winter conditions, these ice grippers feature 9 strategically placed Tungsten Carbide ice cleat crampons combined with our proprietary snow tread traction system for maximum traction on ice and snow. ICETRAX ice cleats help you to walk, run and work more confidently in slippery winter conditions without worrying about slipping.
- StayON SECURE FIT – Crampons with innovative StayON toe cap ensures a snug and secure fit on most types of footwear. The StayON toe cap design prevents the ice cleats from falling off or moving around while in use – no more worrying about whether or not your ice cleats have fallen off after just a few steps! Superior fitting ICETRAX V3 ice grippers ensures extra stability and safety for the user by securely staying in position on your shoes and boots.
- EASY TO USE – ICETRAX traction cleats easily slip-on around most types of footwear in seconds. Simply place the toe cap of the traction aids over the front of your shoe/boot, then pull the heel of the grippers over the back of your shoe/boot. When not in use, the snow grips are lightweight and portable enough to be stored compactly.
- NIGHT TIME SAFETY – Ice cleats for shoes and boots with built-in reflective heel for added night-time visibility and safety while walking or running in dark low visibility conditions. The unique reflective panels incorporated into the heels of the crampons help to reflect light from car headlights and streetlamps. Reflective heels add another layer of safety and make the ICETRAX traction aids perfect for people who enjoy walking or running in the early morning or evenings when it is dark out.
- DURABLE – Designed to endure heavy use throughout the cold winter months with durable reinforced joints and surfaces made with a special rubber compound which stays strong and retains elasticity in frigid cold temperatures. ICETRAX ice cleats have been tested rigorously to ensure that they can withstand use in harsh winter conditions.
ICETrekker Diamond Grips
Pros
- Lightweight
- Easy to Pull On
- Hundreds of Biting Points
- Reasonable Price
- More Confidence on the Trail
Cons
- No Negative Features
Glad to hear of your personal success using ICE Trekkers Diamond Grips. Falling on ice and snow can be one of the most frustrating experiences. More than that, it can even be dangerous. Having the right equipment becomes paramount. With the ICE Trekkers Diamond Grips I really like how they transition well between terrains and that they have so many biting edges. Also, that they are easy to put on and take off is an added bonus. I know a few adventurers and I think this would make for a perfect gift, so I’ll save your link for when it’s soon time to order. Thanks for an excellent recommendation!
You are very welcome. It’s easy to recommend something that has kept me from hurting myself in the last month. I am still having trouble convincing my daughter to use them but she does keep them with her pack and I’m sure she will decide to try them out some day.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
Rick