Climbing spikes

[Colin]

Hello all,
I am in the market for a set of climbing spikes. The set that I am using now are very old and are losing their firmness around the legs/shins. I use them 3-4 times per week and would really like to get a set that is lightweight and durable. Any thoughts on spikes and pads combo? (Bucklite / CFGeckos).
Money isn't much of an issue, I just want a good set that is lightweight and that would last.
Thanks

 

[Colin]

regular geckos everything is replaceable

 

[treedoclang]

I second the geckos. When I do have to wear spikes, these are the most comfy and durable around.

 

[HÖLLENREICH]

Baslin Alocas I think thats how they are spelled. Though I really liked the looks of the ones Boston Bull uses. ?

 

[flyingsquirrel25]

I use the older Bashlin alum climbers at home and the Buck T3s at work. Both have the velcro sinch pads with steal shin cup. I dont really have a fav, they both perform about the same. Only thing is the Bashlins gaf is a little loose in the frame but no effects on climbing.

 

[BostonBull]

Axess climbing Spikes. I get them locally, they are one of the only importers of these now. price went up drastically this year. Worth every penny!

 

[oldirty]

mine fell apart in 2 months of use.... nice and light though.

 

[BostonBull]

Youre a ginat. They dont make tree gear for giants, just us normal sized folks.

 

[WIUurbanforestry]

What is the price on those ?

 

[BostonBull]

mid 400's? i have to look it up for you. PM me if youre serious.

 

[craneguy1]

how awesome! stihl is now making a lefthanded ms200t! oh wait.....prolly not, go with the geckos. forget the carbon fiber, the regulars are definately light enough. do they now come with the new style corrugated type leg pads? i like them better than the originals, though the velcro didn't quite match up, now they stay attached though.

 

[doctor_L]

you will fall in love with the geckos they are definatly worth every penny and as long as no one runs them over with the truck they will not fall apart. they are light enough you will feel like your walking on a cloud compared to your old spikes. those carbon fibers though are sweet, but i couldnt justify that much extra cheeze but i sure did enjoy borrowing them for a while.