Ice cleats or grippers

[Steve Foss]

I've used the ones Fish Toys is talking about. They're good if you've got the money. Also, avoid the cheap types I've seen that have cleats only in the middle (hollow) of your foot. When you're walking or pulling something on ice, it's the ball of your foot and toe that bears down and digs in, and that's the most important place for cleats to be. Longer cleats work better in shallow snow, shorter cleats are more comfortable to walk in but clog easier with snow.

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[Guest]

My advice...spend the cash on the ones with the link above. I have tried many and found a similar style to those linked above that have never let me down. The cheaper ones are just that-CHEAP. Those above will be the last pair you ever have to buy if taken care of, I know that mine get a coating of rust penetrator a couple of times a season...it really helps maintain them!

[hardhat]

Looking to buy a good set of ice cleats for my boots. I was just wondering what type everyone wears and which is the best for the money. Thanks

[Fish Toys]

Hardhat
Have you checked these out on fishingmn ?
http://fishingminnesota.com/icegrips.html
Take a look at them and they might be just what you need.
Wayne “FISH”
www.icesaws.com

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[hardhat]

Thanks for all the replies. Looks like I have a decision to make.

[Rick]

Check the link out above by Fish Toys and you'll see the best grips available.

These were standard issue for loggers working on ice. Heavy duty industrial grade. Comfortable, easy on and off, and lightweight. Those loggers depended on them and used em hard day after day.

Good Stuff.

Talk about a dream to walk with when on slippery ice. I absolutely swear by them.

[Guest]

They are the best, cleats under the full foot makes thing safe / I started using them or that type years ago when the straps didn't hold - I modified / the new ones have good straps ................. easy on/off if you can bend over ~~~~~~~~~~~~ stay off that Ice Cream Backwater Eddy - LOL.

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[Rick]

Hey Wables,
just wanted to clarify that the Ice grips Fish Toys linked to are very comfortable to walk in and you feel very solid on slippery ice.

Those Ice Grips are the real deal.

[Rick]

I thought I'd bring this back. Especially considering we're likely looking at slippery 1st ice pretty soon if not already in your area.

http://fishingmn.com/icegrips.html

[willowcat]

I got some of the ones made by HT. They work well and I don't realy feel them through my boots.

[Wables]

I have been under the impression that the above mentioned cleats won't fit my size 13 Ice Kings? Is this actually the case? I may be talked in a set this year if they fit. I have been using screws in my boots for a couple years, and I'm always looking for a better way...

[Note from Rick: Wables, they will fit your boots just fine. CLICK HERE and follow the directions to size your boots up for the proper Ice Grips for your boots. Isn't it time you finally got a good pair that will last you for years of lightweight, heavy duty industrial use and did I say..EASY on and off!!]

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Wables

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[Northlander]

I believe a XXL size is in the works. Id like some for my size 15 Ice Kings. They look indestructable. I have to use the Ht rubber slip overs for now. They work ok on a little snow but more than a 1/2" and they clog up.

[ICEGRIPPER]

The grippers on this site are made to fit even the largest boot. Up to 6 inches wide at the widest part of the boot and up to 10 1/2 inches from the rear of the heel to the center of the ball. Custom sizes are also available. Contact Rick

[Chris Haley]

Rick hit it on the head. Spend the $40 and get a pair that will last. I've bought the $9 ones that only last for a half a dozen trips, doesn't take many trips to pay for the ice grippers.

[Ray Esboldt]

I've said this before, but I'll say it again, they are hands down the most impressive piece hardware I've ever purchased for ice fishing. And, that's saying quite a bit if you look at their relative simplicity. They're comfortable, heck, you don't even know they are on. They don't clog with snow. They don't slide around on your feat. And, they will puncture the bed liner on your truck if you're dumb enough to walk on it while wearing them.

I can't think of a way to improve these things. There are some copies around now, but, do yourself a favor and buy it here. Think about it, it really is to your benefit. I guarantee you'll be pleased.

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Ray Esboldt
www.marcum.com

[Paul Waldowski]

Ray,

I know what you mean about them being comfortable. Drove home a couple of times last year with them still on. Kind of hard on the carpet in the truck.

Ice grippers are the real deal. I have yet to talk with someone that has them and doesn't think that they're the best.

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Marcum
Otter Outdoors