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What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« on: Jan 25, 2010, 09:41 PM »
Finally found the replacement hose for my Ice cleats.Had to get them direct from vendor. No dealer close to me. Guys is shipping them and billing me later. 8) I have two pair of Artic Spurs Model KAS20 .Love these.Really bite into the ice. Can"t Waite to get them under my feet again. Bought a cheep pair that all the steel studs fell off. Now all I have is two round rubber bands. Out $14.95+tax. :%$#!:Replacement hoses and shipping will be less then that. Now I will have two good pair. Thanks to the internet.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #1 on: Jan 25, 2010, 09:42 PM »
Stabilicers here.  They are awesome.

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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #2 on: Jan 25, 2010, 10:14 PM »
 I always forgot mine and never had a pair I really liked. Finally got around to studding my boots a few days ago (Thank you IS!!). Best thing I've done in a long time. Now I can't forget them anymore ;)
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #3 on: Jan 25, 2010, 10:20 PM »
I bought some YakTrax Pros this year and they work really well.  You don't even realize you're wearing them.  I would recommend them to everyone!
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #4 on: Jan 25, 2010, 10:40 PM »
I picked up the yaktrax walkers and they are nice
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #5 on: Jan 25, 2010, 11:00 PM »
these cleats are awesome i have never had a problem with them and they last a long time. you cant even feel that their on and their made for oversized boots.check them out if your looking for a pair......                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0051845831114a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=due+north&Ntk=Products&sort=all&Go.y=0&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&Go.x=0
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #6 on: Jan 25, 2010, 11:26 PM »
Quote from: Retired-UAW on Jan 25, 2010, 09:41 PM
Finally found the replacement hose for my Ice cleats.Had to get them direct from vendor. No dealer close to me. Guys is shipping them and billing me later. 8) I have two pair of Artic Spurs Model KAS20 .Love these.Really bite into the ice. Can"t Waite to get them under my feet again. Bought a cheep pair that all the steel studs fell off. Now all I have is two round rubber bands. Out $14.95+tax. :%$#!:Replacement hoses and shipping will be less then that. Now I will have two good pair. Thanks to the internet.
Could you please post the address for artic spur I have a pair [not sure of the model green rubber bands] that the band broke. I looked but couldn't find any address. I would greatly appreciate any info you could post.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #7 on: Jan 26, 2010, 12:13 AM »
arctic spurs here!
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #8 on: Jan 26, 2010, 05:37 AM »
here is a number for direct service.    1-517-321-0175   Good luck. these are the one's with the green bands.$2.50 /cleat   $5.00/pair.He said they sell them in stores. I told him I was in the middle of Ind,and we don't have any vendors down this far.said he would ship, them and bill me at time of delivery. cool.should be here in a few days. will keep you informed.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #9 on: Jan 26, 2010, 05:51 AM »
YAKTRX    Don't even want to be around those who have studs they make way to much noise! Give them time they may learn.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #10 on: Jan 26, 2010, 07:32 AM »
What size YAXTRAX for #10 Lacross Ice KIngs?
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #11 on: Jan 26, 2010, 07:40 AM »
Two things work really good: #1 get some zip scews (hex sheet metal screws) I use #10 or #12 x 1/2" and screw them into the bottom of my boots and when you get enough snow for safe walking you just take them out. #2 yaktrax are the best ones you can buy IMO
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #12 on: Jan 26, 2010, 07:43 AM »
I'm getting a pair of the YakTrax today I think.  I fell on my butt twice last weekend within 5 seconds.  You know, you fall and hurry up and try to get up hoping nobody seen ya!  BAM,  on my butt again.  Damn Mr.Buddy heater warmed up my boots so warm boots on slick ice doesn't work well.


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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #13 on: Jan 26, 2010, 08:00 AM »
I wear Ice Spiders. After banging my dome hard enough to be loopy for 3 weeks I bought the biggest baddest grippinest cleats there are.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #14 on: Jan 26, 2010, 08:39 AM »
well when you wear a size 16 like I do your options are limited lol, thats why I have arctic spurs.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #15 on: Jan 26, 2010, 09:22 AM »
With you jiggalo. Been using hex heads for 20 years :)
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #16 on: Jan 26, 2010, 09:38 AM »
Arctis Spurs here as well. Reliable, easy on easy off.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #17 on: Jan 26, 2010, 10:02 AM »
Quote from: marmooskapaul on Jan 26, 2010, 07:32 AM
What size YAXTRAX for #10 Lacross Ice KIngs?
Paul

Paul....I wear a 10 and bought the mediums.  Excellent fit!

http://www.fishusa.com/Yaktrax-Walker-Pro-Cleats_p.html
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #18 on: Jan 26, 2010, 10:47 AM »
I don't wear cleats, and have paid for it a couple times!
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #19 on: Jan 26, 2010, 10:53 AM »
Quote from: Rat-Man on Jan 26, 2010, 05:51 AM
YAKTRX    Don't even want to be around those who have studs they make way to much noise! Give them time they may learn.

Completely understand and when I get to the walleye spot I take them off but let me tell you, after suffering a massive concussion trying to help a friend land a big fish.....I could care less how much noise I make getting to the spot.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #20 on: Jan 26, 2010, 10:54 AM »
I use the HT cleats.  Very cheap, I believe they were $9, only thing the bait shop had left when I got them.  Just stretch them on over the boots.  I figured they wouldn't last long but they are three years old and the rubber hasn't broke yet.

I haven't fallen yet.



A lot of people put the screws in their boots, but what happens after the first time you try to sneak in the house real quick to grab something out of the kitchen.  The screws sure would do some damage to the tiles or hardwoods.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #21 on: Jan 26, 2010, 10:55 AM »
think im going to stud my setters with the sheet metal screws, bought the screws for my felt waders already
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #22 on: Jan 26, 2010, 01:05 PM »
 My experience with the HT cleats is what made me stud my boots. I kept getting ice build up between the metal and I would constantly have to clean it off. Tried the Arctic Spurs and didn't like the feeling in the arch of my foot. I don't think the screws are any louder than the Spurs. Walking side by side with my Dad last week, you couldn't tell who was making more noise. Besides, I don't walk around when I'm actually fishing. ;) The screws are the best I've tried so far. It's a very natural feeling, just with lots of grip. I don't walk flat footed, I need the grip on the heel and toe, not in the arch of my foot. I don't wear them in the house either ;)
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #23 on: Jan 26, 2010, 02:19 PM »
yaktrax.  i would rate them 8 on a scale of 10.  on pure ice they just dont grab sometimes!  overall i like them.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #24 on: Jan 26, 2010, 04:00 PM »
Just out of curiosity how much ice do you guys get down there in the great state of Indiana?
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #25 on: Jan 26, 2010, 04:03 PM »
I have YakTrax walkers...no complaints
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #26 on: Jan 26, 2010, 04:09 PM »
Not enough ;)
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #27 on: Jan 26, 2010, 04:47 PM »
I just bought the ht srap on screw type cleats.Tried them out last week end.They work quite well.
The only negative I have with these is the adjustable velcro sraps are too long,and the velcro is not all the way on the straps.So when you tighten up the straps there isn't enuogh velcro to relly secure the straps.
they will get some added velcro and be just fine.
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #28 on: Jan 26, 2010, 05:13 PM »
HAD about 10 inches in Kokomo,in.2 days of 55+ and 2 inches of rain. not much left . :%$#!: :nono: :sick:
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Re: What kind of Ice cleats do you use?
« Reply #29 on: Jan 26, 2010, 05:21 PM »
Quote from: blueultra2 on Jan 25, 2010, 10:20 PM
I bought some YakTrax Pros this year and they work really well.  You don't even realize you're wearing them.  I would recommend them to everyone!


I agree!!   These things are  freakin awesome!
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