Spikes question

[Taupotreeman]

Carbons coupled with a lightweight harness like the TM just makes such a difference when your climbing a tree. My own gear is Skylotec and steel buckinghams. I go back to council work during the week and put on the lightweight gear and you notice it big time. You're right Mark, it's a real PIA going back to the heavier less comfortable gear.

[MasonW]

I prefer my spikes tight, top and bottom... even if slightly uncomfy. Mainly because its even worse when they are loose and slip and slide around your calf.

 

Having grown up on a set of basic Buckingham Leather Gaffs when it came to choosing a new set i was keen to try the lighter kinds as price wasnt an option..(I work at the council with Taupotreeman)

 

The Velcro Geckos werent tight enough around the top and the boot straps were made out of a shite plastic im guessing they moved to over Leather to reduce production costs. I didnt try the Carbons..

 

I then tried the aliminium Bashlins and felt right at home.. Leather straps nice and tight and half the weight of the ol Buckinghams.. Stoked!

[RobRainford]

The ali Bashlins aren't too heavy so I've not had an issue with the weight. But I like the leather straps firm, and I can only get them too tight or too loose!

 

When i get paid I'll look at some new kit. I think I'll be having some carbons!