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Tried and trusted, these Chainsen cleats offer superior traction in any condition. Available in Pro or Light, both are made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and freeze-resistant elastomer Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downDogday
41
Feb 10, 2017
I bought a pair of the Pros last week. Obviously can't speak about longevity, but they were easy to take on/off, didn't slide around on my shoes at all and basically worked great. Nice to be able to trek right ahead on packed, slippery ice trails (making deep cuts in the ice) while my friends were slipping, sliding and swearing.
I noticed the store I bought them from had a more detailed size chart, with different sizing depending on shoes or boots, so I'll post my carefully worded translation (you should read it in Swedish to really get the rhythm and artful use of language right, though) here. EU sizes only, but you're a smart kid and will figure it out.
Chainsen Pro S - Size shoe: 32-35 - Size boot: 31-34
Chainsen Pro M - Size shoe: 36-40 - Size boot: 35-39
Chainsen Pro L - Size shoe: 40-44 - Size boot: 39-43
Chainsen Pro XL - Size shoe: 44-48 - Size boot: 43-47
I noticed the store I bought them from had a more detailed size chart, with different sizing depending on shoes or boots, so I'll post my carefully worded translation (you should read it in Swedish to really get the rhythm and artful use of language right, though) here. EU sizes only, but you're a smart kid and will figure it out.
Chainsen Pro S - Size shoe: 32-35 - Size boot: 31-34
Chainsen Pro M - Size shoe: 36-40 - Size boot: 35-39
Chainsen Pro L - Size shoe: 40-44 - Size boot: 39-43
Chainsen Pro XL - Size shoe: 44-48 - Size boot: 43-47
JeremyL
1
Feb 14, 2017
Thanks. I was just concerned the XL might be too big and slip off a 10.5 US shoe. So your XLs are pretty snug on a US11 and a slighly smaller shoe would be OK in them?
campcamp28
4
Feb 14, 2017
Does anyone else find it hilarious that they are walking around in the dirt in the promo pics?
jeanines
516
Mar 8, 2017
campcamp28
@DannyMilks I'm so glad I brought these with me. When you're at a gorgeous waterfall and everyone is slipping around, you feel like you have super powers.
Here's a few of the things I was able to see because of these!
@DannyMilks I'm so glad I brought these with me. When you're at a gorgeous waterfall and everyone is slipping around, you feel like you have super powers.
Here's a few of the things I was able to see because of these!
DannyMilks
4557
Feb 9, 2017
Traction cleats are necessary snowy/icy conditions where your feet might slip otherwise, but you're not in need of mountaineering crampons. These cleats (or hiking crampons, as they are sometimes called) typically fit over a wide range of footwear from minimalist running shoes to traditional leather boots. They don't weigh much, are easy to put on and take off, and store easily in a bag to keep the rest of your gear dry and free of muck.
Kahtoola Microspikes are consistently the highest rated traction cleats in our polls. Snowline is a well established Korean outdoor company but brand new to the US, and their Chainsen cleats are pretty sweet. Definitely worth checking out. The Chainsen Pro is slightly lighter than the Kahtoola Microspikes and more affordable. The Chainsen Light is three ounces lighter than the Microspikes, or about the same weight as the Nanospikes but Chainsen has much more substantial cleats. Check it out:
Kahtoola Nanospikes (8.0 oz in mens M)
Snowline Chainsen Pro (11.5 oz, in mens M)
Kahtoola Microspikes are consistently the highest rated traction cleats in our polls. Snowline is a well established Korean outdoor company but brand new to the US, and their Chainsen cleats are pretty sweet. Definitely worth checking out. The Chainsen Pro is slightly lighter than the Kahtoola Microspikes and more affordable. The Chainsen Light is three ounces lighter than the Microspikes, or about the same weight as the Nanospikes but Chainsen has much more substantial cleats. Check it out:
Kahtoola Nanospikes (8.0 oz in mens M)
Snowline Chainsen Pro (11.5 oz, in mens M)
tsturzl
157
Feb 10, 2017
Yeah I was gonna say these look identical to the kahtoolas I own. But if it works it works. I'd buy them if I hadn't already purchased a pair of the microspikes.
steelersteve13
70
Oct 28, 2018
Oh, ok. I ordered the heavier version from here. I’m in PA. I can wait until November.
Gary1
57
Oct 28, 2018
steelersteve13The medium and large pro versions are currently $32.47 at backcountry.com. The only way this drop is a good deal if if someone needs the pro version in XL, at which point they can upgrade to the Light version for an extra $1.25 at REI. The timing for this drop is just bad, and the discount percent isn't anything special. These things are on sale all over the internet right now for less than the drop.
tpack
1
Feb 14, 2018
I'm so confused about the size chart...If I wear a US Women's size 5.5-6, would I need the Mediums?
Mark M.
216
Feb 14, 2018
Cuz5The size chart has been updated! Thank you for letting us know and sorry about the confusion.
DannyMilks
4557
Feb 9, 2017
HikinfoolSnowline products come with a 3-year warranty. In comparison, Kahtoola offers a 2 year and Yaktrax offers 90-day warranty.
csuss
2
Feb 10, 2017
DannyMilksIs this true? I believe their packaging says 2yrs, but maybe they have increased the time frame. Nice! Reliability wise I ha e not heard of any more complaints than Kahtoola/Microspikes and elastomer or chain issues. Problems seem minimal.
Port351
0
Oct 27, 2017
So these are both the same weight? Because the description seems to imply that the trail is "lighter" than the claw, but then the specs have them within one gram of each other.
Deeno
3
Oct 28, 2017
http://www.camp-usa.com/brands/snowline/
There are three models listed there. According to camp-usa, the claw and trail are new for winter 2017 ie old reviews of the light version do not apply as that's a different model.
From the look of it the trail has shorter spikes than the pro/light/claw and a different heel spike layout than the light. It is listed as lighter than the light, but no concrete weights are on camp-usa
The claw looks to have the pro layout (some of the pics on camp-usa have the toe spikes, some don't - really confusing, but I believe based on the text, it should be the ones with toe spikes), but with the addition of toe spikes to kick steps etc. It is listed as durable construction for heavy use
This massdrop add is misleading because the description references all 3 models, but I believe what is for sale is the trail and claw versions.
I am really unsure of the 8.2oz claw weight based on the info on camp-usa. Can somebody affiliated with massdrop confirm or deny my internet sleuthing and also weigh both sets again to confirm? I would hate to order the claws and find they are 33% heavier than what's listed.
There are three models listed there. According to camp-usa, the claw and trail are new for winter 2017 ie old reviews of the light version do not apply as that's a different model.
From the look of it the trail has shorter spikes than the pro/light/claw and a different heel spike layout than the light. It is listed as lighter than the light, but no concrete weights are on camp-usa
The claw looks to have the pro layout (some of the pics on camp-usa have the toe spikes, some don't - really confusing, but I believe based on the text, it should be the ones with toe spikes), but with the addition of toe spikes to kick steps etc. It is listed as durable construction for heavy use
This massdrop add is misleading because the description references all 3 models, but I believe what is for sale is the trail and claw versions.
I am really unsure of the 8.2oz claw weight based on the info on camp-usa. Can somebody affiliated with massdrop confirm or deny my internet sleuthing and also weigh both sets again to confirm? I would hate to order the claws and find they are 33% heavier than what's listed.
nameless
76
Feb 12, 2017
Personally, I would like to see the lighter Trail version on MD.
Nevertheless I can recommend the Light ones. I had to use them once on a very steep wet grass slope. I could put them on over my trail runners with one hand while anchoring with the other, and they provided great traction, fit snugly, and were only lightly scuffed afterwards from the rocks. I cannot comment on how long they will last yet, though.
DannyMilks
4557
Feb 14, 2017
namelessAfter the success of these, I think we can go back to Snowline and ask for the lighter Trail version soon. Thanks for the suggestion.
kjr241
3
Oct 31, 2017
DannyMilksCan you detail the differences between the Claw and Trail, and confirm their weights? Thanks!
dman3862
2
Feb 9, 2017
If I read the chart right, I believe I need to order size XL to fit my size 11 hiking boot, correct? Also, what are the shipping costs?
DannyMilks
4557
Feb 9, 2017
JerkyKenGood questions Ken. The sizing chart has been added.
The Pro model is an 11-point (8 front, 3 back) crampon. The Light moves up to 12-points (8 front, 4 back), has a thinner chain and elastomer, so it is ~3 ounces lighter, more compact and a bit more expensive. I think the height of the spikes is actually the same on both models, and I'll measure when I get into the office this morning to verify.
The Pro model is an 11-point (8 front, 3 back) crampon. The Light moves up to 12-points (8 front, 4 back), has a thinner chain and elastomer, so it is ~3 ounces lighter, more compact and a bit more expensive. I think the height of the spikes is actually the same on both models, and I'll measure when I get into the office this morning to verify.
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