I do apologize for my juvenile humor, and my never ending disdain for the Climb-Right Spurs. 4-5 years ago I was forced (forgot my spurs) to use a pair of Climb Rights for 10 straight days, wreaking dead Pines in the Sierra's. That experience scarred me for life, both physically and emotionally.
I do love the DMM Gecko's, Bashlin's, and Buck Titaniums. Any of these should keep a fella happy for a very long time.
I was never crazy about the regular Distel Gecko's (Aluminum or CF). Something about the shank and stir-up shape never felt right to me?
I have been running my trusty Buck Titaniums with caddy pads lately. This combo is tough to beat. Super comfy, light as a feather, and truly bomb proof (durability is very important to me)!
As you know, the latest ain't always the greatest. Just the latest.
Good luck with your search for some new spurs Devon. If you do end up checking out the new Distel CF's, I for one would love to hear your thoughts on them.