Microspikes and Crampons

Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra: The Lightweight Anchor for Pacific Northwest Snowpack By Cole Hartman, Wildland Firefighter & Gear Reviewer The Short Answer The Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra is a revelation for hikers navigating the snow-laden passes of the Pacific Northwest who demand a balance between weight savings and aggressive traction. After spending two seasons testing…

Kahtoola MICROspikes vs. Black Diamond Access: The Real Talk on Ice Traction The Short Answer Buy Kahtoola MICROspikes if: You are hiking the North Cascades in late October where you need a system that stays flexible enough to zip your boots while the temps drop below freezing. You require a traction device that can be…