Micro spikes
"they do the job! definitely make me feel more comfortable in winter conditions"
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Access Spike Traction Device
Access Spike Traction Device
Regular price
$99.95 USD
Sale price
$99.95 USD
Regular price
$99.95
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per
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The Access Spike is our workhorse traction device, built for all-around trail performance, whether you're on a winter training run in the mountains, or out for a summer alpine scramble in varied technical terrain.
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The Access Spike is our workhorse traction device, built for all-around trail performance, whether you're on a winter training run in the mountains, or out for a summer alpine scramble in varied technical terrain.
Drawing from our extensive experience designing climbing crampons, the Distance Spike features 14 spikes which have an optimized 8mm length, designed to provide excellent engagement on snow and ice, with improved stability on rock and hard surfaces. The spikes are made of stainless steel and are heat treated for superior strength, corrosion and wear resistance. The Access features a full elastomer harness for ultimate footwear adaptability and includes a heel webbing loop for easy on/off and heel identification.
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What customers are saying
Reviewers praise the Access Spike for confident grip on ice, packed snow and firm trails, plus how quickly it goes on and off with the rear pull loop. It gets used for winter hiking, trail running, 14ers and glacier approaches, and icy sidewalks and dog walks. The most common critique is sizing: many say it runs small and may not fit bulky winter boots. Durability is mixed: most report solid use over a season or more, but several had chain links break or come loose early.
Customers like
- Strong grip on ice and snow
- Quick on and off with pull loop
- Lightweight and packs small
- Stays put on shoes and boots
Keep in mind
- Runs small, tight on winter boots
- Several had chain links break early
- Spike plates can flip during install
AI-generated summary of verified customer reviews.
Overall rating: 4.5466666 / 5 from 150 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Access Spike Traction Device is highly regarded for its excellent traction on snow, ice, and hard surfaces, thanks to its 14 optimized spikes. Customers appreciate its perfect fit and lightweight design, making it suitable for winter hikes and quick runs on icy trails. However, some users have noted issues with sizing, finding it small.
Summary topics
- Sizing (9%): A few customers criticized the sizing, stating that it was small and did not fit their boots.
- Spikes (27%): A significant number of customers pointed out that the spikes are great, perfect, and the best all around.
- Device Performance (9%): It was observed by customers that this traction device is great for winter hikes and quick runs up icy trails.
- Trail Performance (8%): It was noted by customers that this device is excellent for icy trails and provides a great grip.
- Fit (16%): A significant amount of customers expressed appreciation for the perfect fit of the product, mentioning it multiple times.
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Review highlights
- "This device is perfect for quick runs up icy and packed trails in south central Alaskan front range trips in winter." —
- "They fit my shoes perfectly and keep me from slipping on icy trails." —
- "Sturdy construction, light weight, smart design." —
Reviews
Work but prepare to make on-trail repairs
"First use was a weekend glacier camp-out with camp set-up just 2-3 miles back on the moraine. On one foot, the chain tore out of the harness, then the chain broke apart in another spot. On the other foot, the chain broke apart. Super easy to use, great taction when assembled fully, but bummed to have them breaking apart in so many spots so quickly. Most was easily put back together with pliers but not confident in repairing where the chain completely tore out from the harness."
Just Bought a Second Pair / Worth the Money!
"Just bought my second pair. The first pair lasted many years through hard use on my Muck boots and never failed me. The rubber remains in excellent condition and no corrosion on any of the stainless parts even with constant exposure to salt. Only replaced due to the points on the spikes wearing down a bit due to use on concrete & asphalt. Still using old pair when I don't need super sharp points and they work great for general use. Also ordered a new pair for my wife and she is pleased with the traction too. I had tried cheaper versions in the past and would buy these again without hesitation; you get what you pay for."
The easiest microspikes I’ve used.
"I’ve always dreaded adding and removing my spikes from my boot. These seem to be built with that in mind. They fit well when you want them to be secure, but they’re not way enough to remove when you don’t need them."
Great all-terrain grip
"After using several other brands, we've found the ideal spikes! These are the easiest on-off of the bunch, and give the perfect amount of bite without too much tooth. These are perfect in varied terrain from hardpack to sheet icy trails, and for hiking and trail running at speed."
Low snow year
"If you need traction on steep climber trail terrain in a low snow year hiking into ice climbs, this is for you. Lightweight, compact and super grippy! The best!"
first micro spike
"I just hiked 9 miles with this. It was very comfortable and worked perfectly. Easy to put on, and fit very tightly with the boots. I did notice quite some scratches on the chains after the hike. And not sure if it will last."
Great Quality Microspikes
"These microspikes are great in quality. DO NOT wear them when there isn’t ice. They break insanely easily if you step the wrong way on a rock that isn’t kind. Other than that obvious but sometimes not apparent fact, these spikes provide great traction on mid-hardness ice."
Great spikes
"Easy to put on, secure once there and a big step up from the coiled steel variety. They fill in the gap well between simple traction devices and crampons."
Great product, well built and
"Great product, well built and super easy to put on!"
Q&A
Access Spike Traction Device Sizing
IN/CM
IN
CM
| Size | Men | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Running Shoes | Hiking Boots | Mountaineering Boots | Insulated Boots | |
| S | US 4–6.5 EU 35–38.5 |
US 4–6.5 EU 35–38.5 |
US 4–6.5 EU 35–38.5 |
N/A |
| M | US 7–9.5 EU 39–42 |
US 7–9.5 EU 39–42 |
US 7–9.5 EU 39–42 |
US 4–7 EU 35.5–39 |
| L | US 10–12.5 EU 42.5–46 |
US 10–12.5 EU 42.5–46 |
US 10–12.5 EU 42.5–46 |
US 7.5–10 EU 39.5–42.5 |
| XL | US 13–15.5 EU 46.5–49.5 |
US 13–15.5 EU 46.5–49.5 |
US 13–15.5 EU 46.5–49.5 |
US 10.5–13 EU 43–46.5 |
| Size | Women | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Running Shoes | Hiking Boots | Mountaineering Boots | Insulated Boots | |
| S | US 5.5–8 EU 35–38.5 |
US 5.5–8 EU 35–38.5 |
US 5.5–8 EU 35–38.5 |
N/A |
| M | US 8.5–11 EU 39–42 |
US 8.5–11 EU 39–42 |
US 8.5–11 EU 39–42 |
US 5–8.5 EU 35.5–39 |
| L | US 11.5–14 EU 42.5–46 |
US 11.5–14 EU 42.5–46 |
US 11.5–14 EU 42.5–46 |
US 9–11.5 EU 39.5–42.5 |
| XL | N/A | N/A | N/A | US 12–14.5 EU 43–46.5 |
