pants for climbing with spikes

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Has anyone found any pants that do not have large seems that irritate your inner calf after a few hours on spikes? Or does anyone have any advice on other methods to make the spikes more comfortable. I use notch geckos btw.
 
I have the husqvarna vented pants they're really comfortable not sure how long they last compared to others my new pair just ripped a bit near the crotch when I moved wrong which kinda pisses me off.
Honestly though from personal experience I think your gaffs are your problem, I got some steel geckos free from tree stuff with a large order I was using some old klines before that, the ergonomics of those geckos are absolutely horrid imo, I think I used them for a month or two just part time sold them and bought some Bucklights one of the best moves I ever made.
 
Vicente said:
I have the husqvarna vented pants they're really comfortable not sure how long they last compared to others my new pair just ripped a bit near the crotch when I moved wrong which kinda pisses me off. Honestly though from personal experience I think your gaffs are your problem I got some steel geckos free from tree stuff with a large order I was using v some old klines before that, the ergonomics of those geckos are absolutely horrid imo, I think I used them for a month or two just part time sold then and bought some Buckingham ti-lights one of the best moves I ever made.
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I'll have to check those out. Thanks!
 
I am fond of the Gecko Carbon Fiber, and have not had that problem. I keep mine very tight though, so they can’t move.

Also, I wear Arborwear Ascenders when I climb, which are better than the jeans I used to wear. The denim used to chafe the legs a bit with the little pads on my old Kleins.
 
Reach said:
I am fond of the Gecko Carbon Fiber, and have not had that problem. I keep mine very tight though, so they can’t move.

Also, I wear Arborwear Ascenders when I climb, which are better than the jeans I used to wear. The denim used to chafe the legs a bit with the little pads on my old Kleins.
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The carbon Fibre ones might be different then the steel shanks, the steels angle is wrong so the part your foot rests on won't be flat to your foot if they're tightly strapped so you end up climbing on just the edge of your boot, ends up putting all kinds of weird pressure on your feet/legs.
 
I’ve been using those gaffs for two years now... Fine with pfanner gladiator or cloggers. They work for me, but every body is different. Take the time to adjust the height of the gaffs if you haven’t already.
 
That’s one issue I’ve never had with spikes. I’ve never liked the shape of the geckos though at least for my body type. People always say they’re heavy but I’ve never found the weight an issue I still just love my steel wrap buckinghams.
 
These are the most comfortable pants I've used for climbing. I think the chainsaw protective material makes them not irritate the leg. Not cheap though and you get a lot of looks at the grocery store after work. I once got asked if I was on my way to go snowboarding. Lol
 

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I have a similar discomfort problem. Anyone know if you can get fishnet stockings without the seams on the back?

Seriously, what kind of pants are you wearing now? I usually wear BDUs with my Geckos without issue. I'll usually wear some cushy over the calf socks for extra padding.
 
Will stein said:
These are the most comfortable pants I've used for climbing. I think the chainsaw protective material makes them not irritate the leg. Not cheap though and you get a lot of looks at the grocery store after work. I once got asked if I was on my way to go snowboarding. Lol
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Those are pretty cool looking wish they were available now or wesspur had then in another color scheme.
 
Ive had issues with denim or duck cloth pants like carhartt chafing. Tech pants Are less irritating and are super durable. More expensive than canvas pants But I have a pair that's 10 years old and still solid.
 
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