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MICROspikes® Footwear Traction

MICROspikes®
Footwear Traction

Aggressive Grip For Icy Mountain Trails

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  • Features
    • ||Twelve Stainless Steel Spikes Per Foot|| - Strategically spaced, 0.41 inch heat-treated stainless steel spikes provide a stable walking platform and bite into the most stubborn ice and snow.
    • ||Ergonomically Shaped Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) Harness|| - Features patented reinforced eyelets for increased durability, attaches securely to a variety of footwear and retains its elasticity down to -22°F (-30°C).
    • ||Integrated Toe Bail|| - Keeps the toe from pushing through the front of the harness for added security while descending.
    • ||Raised Heel Tab|| - Provides a secure grip point on the harness for easy on and off in frozen winter conditions with cold or gloved hands.
    • ||Includes tote sack||
  • Specifications
    • ||Weight (pair)|| ^ ||(XS)|| 10.5 oz / 285 g ^ ||(S)|| 11 oz / 312 g ^ ||(M)|| 11.9 oz / 338 g ^ ||(L)|| 13.1 oz / 372 g ^ ||(XL)|| 13.5 oz / 382 g ^ ||(XXL)|| 14.9 oz / 422 g
    • ||Packed Size|| ^5 in x 3 in x 2 in / 30 in³^13 cm x 8 cm x 5 cm / 520 cm³
    • ||Spikes||^Length: 0.41 inch / 10.4 mm^12 spikes per foot
    • ||Materials|| ^||Spikes:|| Heat-treated, corrosion-resistant 400-series stainless steel^||Chains:|| Welded stainless steel^||Harness:|| Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)^||Reinforced eyelets and toe bail:|| Thermoplastic rubber (TPR)
  • Care

    Wash with lukewarm water and air-dry (do NOT dry with heat). Ensure the product is clean and dry before storage. Inspect device before each use and remove it from footwear between uses.

  • Warranty
    Kahtoola stretch-on traction products are backed by a 4-year limited warranty. Products purchased before August 1, 2025 qualify for a 2-year limited warranty. Products are warrantied to the original owner and will be replaced or repaired at Kahtoola’s discretion.

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MICROspikes® Footwear Traction

Mountain Utility

Aggressive traction built for confidence on ice and packed snow in mountainous terrain. Now in its fourth generation, award-winning MICROspikes® footwear traction has been shaped by nearly two decades of feedback and field testing to ensure performance and reliability.

Hardened stainless steel spikes dig into stubborn ice and snow, while patented reinforced connection points and an integrated toe bail provide a secure, comfortable fit and long-term durability.

Backed by a 4-year warranty, this packable workhorse is built to perform season after season from day hikes to extended backcountry travel.

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Sizing Guide MICROspikes® Footwear Traction

For Hiking Shoes + Boots:

US W
US M
EU
YOUTH
XS
5–6.5
—
35–37
4+
S
6.5–8.5
6–7.5
37–40
—
M
9–11
8–10
40–44
—
L
11.5+
10.5–13
44–49
—
XL
—
13+
49+
—

For Insulated Boots:

US W
US M
EU
YOUTH
XS
5–6
—
36–37
4+
S
6–7.5
6–7
37–39
—
M
8–10.5
7–9
39–42
—
L
11+
9.5–11.5
42–45
—
XL
—
12–14
45–48
—
XXL
—
14+
48+
—

For Hiking Shoes + Boots:

For Insulated Boots:

US W
US M
EU
YOUTH
XS
5–6.5
—
35–37
4+
S
6.5–8.5
6–7.5
37–40
—
M
9–11
8–10
40–44
—
L
11.5+
10.5–13
44–49
—
XL
—
13+
49+
—
XS
5–6
—
36–37
4+
S
6–7.5
6–7
37–39
—
M
8–10.5
7–9
39–42
—
L
11+
9.5–11.5
42–45
—
XL
—
12–14
45–48
—
XXL
—
14+
48+
—

Sizes are approximate and are for hiking shoes/boots and insulated boots. Bulky, narrow and other irregular types of footwear may require sizing up or down, especially if in between sizes.

Footwear designs change regularly and sizing guidance may be updated over time. Please contact us or visit a local dealer for questions about fit.

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