Best Ice Cleats to Use in Cities and for Commuting
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Read this entire page because I will
- explain the reasons why people find using traditional ice cleats too impractical to use in cities;
- show you common hazards for people wearing ice cleats in the city that most people don't know about and will surprise you; and
- finally, recommend ice cleats with innovative new features that are
- practical for use in the city because you can wear them on most indoor floors; and
- give you excellent traction and keep you safer on all slippery surfaces including those unique to city living.
LOW-PRO Ice Cleats
Ice Cleats JD6610
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Fits Shoe Sizes Based of Steel Tip Shoes |
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| Men's | Women's | Footwear Length Range in Inches* | Size |
| 13½ + | --- | 14" - 14¾" | XXL |
| 11½ - 13 | --- | 13¼" ‹ 14" | XL |
| 9½ - 11 | 11.5+ | 12¾" ‹ 13¼" | L |
| 7 - 9 | 9 - 11 | 11¾" ‹ 12¾" | M |
| 5 - 6½ | 7 - 8½ | 10¾" ‹ 11¾" | S |
| *Measured on the bottom of your shoe or boot from the tip of the sole to the base of the heel. | |||
| If you have bulky or oversized boots, consider Winter Walking ICE BEAST LOW-PRO Ice Cleats. |
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ICE BEAST™ LOW-PRO Ice Cleats
| Men's | Women's | Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14+ | --- | XXL | |
| 12 - 13½ | --- | XL | |
| 10 - 11½ | 12+ | L | |
| 7½ - 9½ | 9½ - 11½ | M | |
| 5 - 7 | 7 - 9 | S | |
Ice Cleats JD7710
Why the Ice Cleats Above Are Best For Cities and Commuting
What the Picture Above Tells You About the Best Ice Cleats for Cities
This page focuses on the best ice cleats for your boots and shoes to use in downtown or commuting to and from cities. If your only concern is getting the best possible traction on ice and snow and you're
- not planning to use your ice cleats in town or for commuting;
- not frequently going in and out of doors or are willing to put up with the hassle of taking your ice cleats off and putting them back on again every time you do;
- physically able to easily put ice cleats on and take them off; and
- lastly, willing to put up with other possible inconveniences associated with using traditional ice cleats; choose Winter Walking HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats, the best stretch-over ice cleats available.
What you'll learn from the picture above and by reading this page applies to both big cities and small towns across the United States.
Look at the picture of a city street in winter above.
- You definitely see snow. But what about the streets?
- Are the streets just wet or are they icy? Black ice looks the same as if the streets are wet. Sometimes there's a combination of ice and water.
- Let's go back and consider the snow. Is there ice under any of that snow?
- Everything in the picture above is in focus except the cab where there's some motion blur even using a fast shutter setting. The other cars don't have motion blur. The cab is blurry because, as you already know, cab drivers tend to be "in a hurry." You'll find out further down this page how that fact relates to your choice of ice cleats to use downtown and your safety.
Traditional Ice Cleats Are Impractical to Use in Cities
- going in and out of buildings;
- walking through train stations;
- getting on and off commuter trains, subways or buses; or
- merely ducking into a shop to pick up a quick cup of coffee.
- with sharp spikes will damage floors, and
- most critically, are slippery on hard floors like marble, granite, or tile.
That's a lot of "putting on and taking off". It's impractical for most people living in cities and many people won't take the time to do it. Look around you. Who isn't in a hurry especially when you're running late in the first place because of bad weather?
Why Traditional Ice Cleats Can Be Hazardous on City Streets
Sewer grates and utility hole covers that are rarely snow or ice covered because of the heat emanating from below. When you step on them, especially when stepping off of a curb, is dangerous because your leg can instantly slide forward causing a fall. Even worse, this exposes your leg to being run over by cabs or other traffic whipping by you.
You try to think about where you're stepping. However, you're often preoccupied with work or just trying to avoid getting run over by a cab and not watching where you're stepping.
When you step up on, and especially down off, the metal steps typically found on buses and trains can cause your foot to slide resulting in a serious fall.
Plazas that may have exposed marble or granite surfaces.
Bare patches on brick sidewalks and streets warn smooth from wear.
Metal stair covers.
The Best Ice Cleats for Cities Also Serve Other Special Needs
- Senior Citizens
- People with Disabilities
- People Recovering from Surgery
- The Blind
- Anyone who won't use traditional ice cleats because of the inconveniences associated with wearing them.
Recommended Ice Cleats Common Features
- allow you to safely walk on slippery city streets because they provide excellent traction on
- ice;
- packed snow;
- loose snow;
- slush; and
- black ice; and
- are practical to use in cities so you'll use them because of you don't have to take them off and put them back on when you
- go in and out of buildings;
- enter and exit mass transit; and
- get in and out of your car because they're safe to where when driving;
- are safer than traditional ice cleats because they give you better traction on
- sewer grates;
- utility hole covers; and
- hard, smooth, outdoor surfaces not covered with snow and ice like
- tile;
- granite;
- smooth bricks; and
- metal steps found on many buses and trains.
- fit most boots and shoes
These companies do not take employee safely lightly. Therefore, if you choose my recommended ice cleats, you'll be in excellent company.
You should receive your ice cleats in just two or three days because I ship the same day you place your order using fast USPS Priority Mail. I use UPS upon request and for large orders.
And please don't wait until the bad weather has arrived. Order before you need them because that way you can resolve sizing issues that could place you at risk of falling while waiting for the correct size to arrive. You'll also have time to familiarize yourself and feel comfortable with the ice cleats before putting them to the test on icy city streets.
FAQs About the Ice Cleats I Recommend for Cities and Commuting
First, it's not as simple as it sounds. You have to reach down and loosen the ice cleats by turning a knob. You then flip the heel ice cleat up over the back of your shoe and turn the same knob to tighten it, so it stays up. You have to go through the reverse process when you go back outside. You have to do that for both shoes. Imagine having to do this every time you go indoors or get in and out of your car! (Note: The manufacturer instructs the user to flip the heel up before driving. However, generally, you can safely wear heel-only ice cleats while driving.)
The manufacturer suggests you would flip the ice cleats up when you encounter bare pavement. Well, that can happen every couple of feet. And remember, you would often be required to balance yourself on one leg and while you're carrying a purse or briefcase.
Lastly, they're heel-only ice cleats which give you far less traction and safety compared to a full-sole ice cleat.
Flip-up ice cleats look great on paper but are not practical in practice.
All the recommended ice cleats
- give you excellent traction on ice, snow, deep snow, slush and black ice;
- allow you to wear them indoors; and
- lastly, give you better traction on the city hazards mentioned earlier of this page.
Top Ice Cleats for Other Situations
If you're not concerned about having ice cleats that you can wear indoors and while driving, here are some excellent choices.
To be clear, you can use these ice cleats anywhere. In fact, many if these ice cleats provide better traction on ice. However, using these ice cleats in the city is very inconvenient and can be hazardous.
To help you decide which ice cleats are best for you, visit my Ice Cleats Buyer's Guide. Or, call me at 610-670-2549 for free, expert advice.
Safe to Wear While Driving
Safe for Climbing
Fits All Footwear Including Bulky, Insulated Boots
TRANSITIONAL TRACTION™
Safe to Wear Indoors
Safe to Wear While Driving
TRANSITIONAL TRACTION™
Safe to Wear Indoors
Safe to Wear While Driving
TRANSITIONAL TRACTION™
Longest-Lasting Gritted Traction Devices
Safe to Wear Indoors
Safe to Wear While Driving
Versatile Traction
Will Not Damage Indoor Floors
Note: Very slippery on smooth indoor floors.
Will Not Damage Indoor Floors
Note: Very slippery on smooth indoor floors.
Read the information on this page, or call me at 610-670-2549.
