Kahtoola MICROspikes are stretch on traction for hiking shoes and boots, with 12 stainless steel spikes per foot on welded stainless chains. They are made for icy, packed snow on mountain trails.

What it's for

Winter and shoulder season hiking on icy, packed trails, from day hikes to longer backcountry trips. They are not crampons and are not meant for steep technical ice or mountaineering.

How it works

Stainless steel spikes: Twelve spikes per foot, each 10.4 mm (0.41 in) long, made of heat treated, corrosion resistant 400 series stainless steel. They are spaced under the heel and forefoot to bite into ice and hard snow.

Welded chains: Stainless chains link the spike plates so the traction flexes with your foot and packs small.

Elastomer harness: A stretchy band pulls over the toe and heel of your footwear. Kahtoola rates it to stay elastic down to -22°F (-30°C).

Toe bail: A bar at the front keeps your toe from pushing through the harness on descents.

Features

• Spikes: 12 per foot, 10.4 mm (0.41 in) long
• Eyelets: Patented reinforced eyelets where the chain meets the harness
• Heel tab: Raised for pulling on and off in the cold
• Tote sack: Included

Sizing and fit

• Hiking shoes and boots, S: US women 6.5 to 8.5, US men 6 to 7.5, EU 37 to 40
• Hiking shoes and boots, M: US women 9 to 11, US men 8 to 10, EU 40 to 44
• Hiking shoes and boots, L: US women 11.5 and up, US men 10.5 to 13, EU 44 to 49
• Hiking shoes and boots, XL: US men 13 and up, EU 49 and up
• Insulated boots, S: US women 6 to 7.5, US men 6 to 7, EU 37 to 39
• Insulated boots, M: US women 8 to 10.5, US men 7 to 9, EU 39 to 42
• Insulated boots, L: US women 11 and up, US men 9.5 to 11.5, EU 42 to 45
• Insulated boots, XL: US men 12 to 14, EU 45 to 48
• Note: Bulky, narrow, and other irregular footwear may need a size up or down. Bring your boots in to test fit.
• Sizes offered here: Green in Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large; Black in X-Large

Care and service

• Washing: Rinse with lukewarm water and let them air dry. Do not dry with heat.
• Storage: Make sure they are clean and dry before you put them away.
• Inspection: Look them over before each use.
• Between uses: Take them off your footwear rather than leaving them stretched on.

Specs

• Weight per pair, S: 312 g (11 oz)
• Weight per pair, M: 338 g (11.9 oz)
• Weight per pair, L: 372 g (13.1 oz)
• Weight per pair, XL: 382 g (13.5 oz)
• Spikes: 400 series stainless steel
• Chains: Welded stainless steel
• Harness: Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
• Eyelets and toe bail: Thermoplastic rubber (TPR)
• Warranty: 4 year limited warranty for the original owner on purchases from August 1, 2025 on; 2 years for purchases before that date

In the box

• 1 pair MICROspikes
• Tote sack