Buying Guide
How to Choose Ice Cleats
All Action Traction cleats give you instant grip on ice and snow — the right one comes down to how much traction you need and where you're headed. This guide walks you through it in under two minutes.
Start with how you'll use them
The fastest way to narrow it down is to match the cleat to your activity. Pick the one that sounds most like you:
Walking & errands
Sidewalks, driveways, dog walks, the trip to the car. You want lightweight grip that's easy on and off.
See everyday cleats →Hiking & trails
Jogging, winter hikes, rougher terrain. You need aggressive cleats that hold through a natural stride.
See hiking crampons →Work & extreme cold
Job sites, ice fishing, hunting, the slickest ice. You want maximum bite that survives heavy use.
See extreme cleats →A bit of everything
Mixed conditions and you want one versatile pair. Compare every model side by side.
Compare all models →Compare the models
Here's the full Action Traction range at a glance, from lightest to most aggressive. All slip on over your own shoes or boots.
| Model | Best for | Grip | Spikes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Cleats | Casual everyday walking | Light | Replaceable |
| Original | Popular all-rounder, full-foot | Medium | Replaceable |
| Slip-On | Natural stride on mixed surfaces | Medium | Fixed |
| Hiking Crampons | Trails, jogging, rough terrain | Aggressive | Fixed |
| Pro | Serious traction, heavy use | High | Chain + prong |
| Elite Hex | Harshest ice, max grip | Maximum | 34, replaceable |
Get the size right
Ice cleat sizing follows your shoe size. Most models come in Medium, Large and X-Large, with the Elite Hex adding a Small. Use this as a starting point, then confirm on the product page since ranges vary slightly by model.
| Cleat size | Men's shoe | Women's shoe |
|---|---|---|
| Small (Elite Hex) | 3 – 6 | 4.5 – 7.5 |
| Medium | 7 – 10.5 | 5 – 8 |
| Large | 11 – 12.5 | 8.5 – 11 |
| X-Large | 13+ | 11+ |
A few things before you buy
Action Traction cleats stretch over virtually any shoes or boots and go on in under a minute. They grip ice, packed snow, frozen trails, mud, rock and pavement — but they're built for outdoors. Take them off before heading inside, since exposed cleats can scratch hard floors and catch on carpet. For full details, see our FAQ.
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