Best apparatus i have ever owned! - Kahtoola KTS Hiking Crampons

I’ve been running and hiking in the ice and snow for over 30 years. I have tried every brand of ice cleats only to find they either break in the first month, build up snow balls under your feet, or slip out of alignment constantly. I found these Crampons and decided to try them because of the unique leaf spring design and that they retracted or contracted to fit each different set of foot apparel. 2 sets of tightening straps along with the clip on metal device that actually fits over and above the heel. Worn them for 3 months and love them!!! They are a bit tough to hike in when the snow is less than an inch or in the mud because the front teeth are so aggressive. Just have to learn to pick up my feet more in those conditions. My neighbor bought a set as well and is equally as thrilled.They come with flat black rubber pieces which took me a while to figure out how they were supposed to fit onto the Crampons. They stretch over the heel and forefoot sections on the bottom to prevent snow ball build up. They work!