CRAMPONS
Crampons
A crampon is a traction device used to improve mobility on snow and ice during ice climbing. There are three main attachment systems for footwear: step-in, hybrid, and strap bindings. The first two require boots with welts, the last adapt to any type.The above text is a snippet from Wikipedia: Crampons
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