Author Topic: what type of ice creepers? (Read 6241 times)

blackduckin · « **on:** Jan 11, 2011, 03:31 PM »

What type of ice creepers do you guys use? thanks Ed

jimbubba3 · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 03:57 PM »

I got a nice set of yak trax for Christmas. Best creepers I have ever used. They run 20-30 bucks but they are well worth it.

ctibbetts · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:00 PM »

I highly recommend yak trax. There are three versions- plain, one with a velcro strap on the top, and a new fancy one. I have a set of the original stretch version that I've used for 6 or 7 years that is just starting to show some dry rot. Best thing about them is they use a spring instead of spikes or chain so they don't clog up or tear up the floor of the truck if you forget to take them off.

Snowfun · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:13 PM »

Stabilicers Originals are the only way to go. They hold tight to your boots and I have never slipped wearing them.

speedyrower17 · « **Reply #4 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:31 PM »

i like stabilicers but they are really expensive

ifishhi · « **Reply #5 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:38 PM »

Quote from: Snowfun on Jan 11, 2011, 04:13 PM

Stabilicers Originals are the only way to go. They hold tight to your boots and I have never slipped wearing them.

yup

Dookie · « **Reply #6 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:40 PM »

Quote from: Snowfun on Jan 11, 2011, 04:13 PM

Stabilicers Originals are the only way to go. They hold tight to your boots and I have never slipped wearing them.

I agree these are what i have.

Bowdoin Boy · « **Reply #7 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:48 PM »

Quote from: speedyrower17 on Jan 11, 2011, 04:31 PM

i like stabilicers but they are really expensive

They are expensive but well worth it,I bought 2 pair last year at Beans $49.00 each but i'm sure you can find some cheaper somewhere else.

bigsky1 · « **Reply #8 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:51 PM »

Watch out for the ones that will slice a snowmobile seat, I have done it

InertiaDriven07 · « **Reply #9 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 04:52 PM »

Quote from: Bowdoin Boy on Jan 11, 2011, 04:48 PM

They are expensive but well worth it,I bought 2 pair last year at Beans $49.00 each but i'm sure you can find some cheaper somewhere else.

I bought a pair of stabilicers at beans for $13 in bangor. Don't know what model, but they work pretty good

Bugman1964 · « **Reply #10 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:05 PM »

YAKTRAKS, comfy to walk on.

WaynefromMaine · « **Reply #11 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:08 PM »

Quote from: Snowfun on Jan 11, 2011, 04:13 PM

Stabilicers Originals are the only way to go. They hold tight to your boots and I have never slipped wearing them.

Same for me !!!

MainelyCrappie · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:29 PM »

A guy Fished with this weekend had a pair similar to these and they worked great. The spikes looked rugged.

icefisha22 · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:32 PM »

Quote from: Bugman1964 on Jan 11, 2011, 05:05 PM

YAKTRAKS, comfy to walk on.

x2

allextremesfishing · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:37 PM »

Yaktrax XTR Extreme Ice Cleat Chains. these are what my moms bf has. there pretty B.A.!!!!

Indie · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:46 PM »

I have Kahtoola microspikes, perfect for the ice and non-technical winter hikes, best design I've seen.

maineultraclassic · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 05:49 PM »

I got a pair of Stabilicers on the bargain cave at Cabelas this past weekend for $35.........great deal and they work awesome.

Steve

Shrinkage · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 06:02 PM »

I went to ktp to buy a pair of micro spikes they only had smalls. The stabilicers were 45 there was no way I was going to pay that...I decided to try them on and I was sittin on the stairs there and this random woman saw me messin with the velcro. Well she starts in to this 10 minute sales pitch on how good they are. She explained that she had ms and the stabils are the best she owned and the only ones she could walk her dog with. She totally sold me. I have used them 5 full days of 10 hour fishing and they are awesome. They look and fell heavy but the fit is very secure and they feel like part of your boots. Minimal ice buildup between soles and stabils...

blackduckin · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 08:32 PM »

Do these same companies make adjustable kid sizes?

miked · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 08:39 PM »

corkers,ther are a couple pair on ebay right now.

Icebound · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 08:43 PM »

I just put screws in my boots, works fine.... .25 cents.....

JimP · « **Reply #21 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 08:45 PM »

I use Corkers

Wolley · « **Reply #22 on:** Jan 11, 2011, 08:55 PM »

Yak traks have been working fine for me for a few years now. And if your wondering they provide plently of traction while drilling holes on bare ice. Also wont foul things up from being excessively sharp.

The Dad Fisherman · « **Reply #23 on:** Jan 12, 2011, 11:00 AM »

Quote from: Icebound on Jan 11, 2011, 08:43 PM

I just put screws in my boots, works fine.... .25 cents.....

Yep...one of the best pieces of advice I got from this board. Keep extras in the sled if anybody goes out w/ me.

fishingsurveyor · « **Reply #24 on:** Jan 12, 2011, 11:39 AM »

Save your $ wont need them for a while here in So. Maine anyways

rowell6369 · « **Reply #25 on:** Jan 12, 2011, 02:05 PM »

I was in a jam and bought a pair of HT creepers at a local store last year. They have been awesome. Very simple design and I wear them all day with no problems. Nylon harness with velcro on a 'sole" platform. I find them way better than the rubber "stretchy" type.

Nysmnyd · « **Reply #26 on:** Jan 13, 2011, 07:02 AM »

Stabilicers lite. $20 made in Maine.

lynng · « **Reply #27 on:** Jan 20, 2011, 09:57 PM »

Quote from: Snowfun on Jan 11, 2011, 04:13 PM

Stabilicers Originals are the only way to go. They hold tight to your boots and I have never slipped wearing them.

Tried several, these are the best by far.

JeBa · « **Reply #28 on:** Jan 22, 2011, 05:34 PM »

I think Staatsburg ice creepers are the best...if you can find them - Maine company that went out of business awhile ago but you might find them on ebay.

JeBa

princecraft · « **Reply #29 on:** Jan 22, 2011, 05:58 PM »

Quote from: JeBa on Jan 22, 2011, 05:34 PM

I think Staatsburg ice creepers are the best...if you can find them - Maine company that went out of business awhile ago but you might find them on ebay.

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JeBa

Hey, that is what I have. I was beginning to think I had the only pair out there. I have never seen anyone with a pair of them. I never even knew what kind they were. A friend of mine gave them to me brand new in the box. All I know it was over 30 years ago and still using them today.

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Author Topic: what type of ice creepers? (Read 6241 times)