Snow/Ice cleats for shoes. €15 in Dunnes Stores

CreepingDeath · 26-09-2011 02:11PM #1

Dunnes Stores (Ilac Centre, Dublin) have a good stock of snow/ice cleats for shoes in if ye are expecting/dreading another harsh winter.

I found the exact product on eBay here, for roughly the same price in when you factor in shipping. eBay Link

Most snow/ice cleats were retailing about €25, but for €15 I'd give them a go.

the groutch · 26-09-2011 02:53PM

there are alot of inferior quality ones out there, and the ones you saw probably are too.

go for these ones instead

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yaktrax-Walker-Shoe-Grippers-Ice-and-Snow-All-Sizes-/130577517273?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Skiing_Accessories&var=&hash=item641fdf85eb

you'll be glad you paid the bit extra

BostonB · 26-09-2011 02:54PM

Whats the difference other than the cost?

Tabnabs · 26-09-2011 03:12PM

The P&P from the UK ebay is a complete rip off. The exact same pair from the USA trumps the lot (€13.30 all in)

http://cgi.ebay.ie/Non-Slip-Sole-Ice-Snow-Cleats-walking-Fishing-/330509385054?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item7dbc1cb11b

This seller used to sell these in multiples and I bought four in one go and it worked out at €8 something including shipping.

I used these extensively last winter and they look as good as new still.

Oafley Jones · 26-09-2011 03:26PM

the groutch wrote: »

there are alot of inferior quality ones out there, and the ones you saw probably are too.

go for these ones instead

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yaktrax-Walker-Shoe-Grippers-Ice-and-Snow-All-Sizes-/130577517273?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Skiing_Accessories&var=&hash=item641fdf85eb

you'll be glad you paid the bit extra

I agree. But if you're going to get yaktrax go for the pro model instead.

Captain Darling · 26-09-2011 03:27PM

Tabnabs wrote: »

The P&P from the UK ebay is a complete rip off. The exact same pair from the USA trumps the lot (€13.30 all in)

http://cgi.ebay.ie/Non-Slip-Sole-Ice-Snow-Cleats-walking-Fishing-/330509385054?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item7dbc1cb11b

This seller used to sell these in multiples and I bought four in one go and it worked out at €8 something including shipping.

I used these extensively last winter and they look as good as new still.

Do they work well? I've dodgy legs, i was all over the place last year, had a few falls.

gaz wac · 26-09-2011 03:30PM

Oafley Jones wrote: »

I agree. But if you're going to get yaktrax go for the pro model instead.

where is the cheapest place to buy the pro's ?

cheers

Oafley Jones · 26-09-2011 03:35PM

gaz wac wrote: »

where is the cheapest place to buy the pro's ?

cheers

That I can't tell you. I bought mine early last year on eBay but I've seen them all over the place in bricks and mortar stores since the winter. The difference with the pro model is there's a foot strap that runs on top on your shoes and makes them far more secure. To be honest I think it's ridiculous calling it a pro version as it should really be the only model they sell.

BostonB · 26-09-2011 03:43PM

Looking at the bad reviews of these devices in general that seems to be the main complaint is them coming off too easy. Perhaps thats the difference of someone walking to a bus, train, and those actually going for a walk.

Pavements were lethal last year though.

Tabnabs · 26-09-2011 04:43PM

Captain Darling wrote: »

Do they work well? I've dodgy legs, i was all over the place last year, had a few falls.

They work very well, even on sheet ice. It was fun walking along the ice and people thinking the ice was no trouble for them either, only to see them end up on their ass. :pac:

I even saw a couple out jogging in the snow wearing the same grips. For that kind of money you can't fault them.

kn · 26-09-2011 04:44PM

the groutch wrote: »

there are alot of inferior quality ones out there, and the ones you saw probably are too.

go for these ones instead

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yaktrax-Walker-Shoe-Grippers-Ice-and-Snow-All-Sizes-/130577517273?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Skiing_Accessories&var=&hash=item641fdf85eb

you'll be glad you paid the bit extra

I can vouch for the Yaktrak Walkers, there is also the Pro version which is the same as the Walker just with an extra instep strap. I saw them on Amazon.co.uk on sale for a tenner recently.

snubbleste · 26-09-2011 05:50PM

A real bargain alerter would just put a pair of socks over their shoes and walk with pride.

casio4 · 26-09-2011 06:30PM

Tabnabs wrote: »

The P&P from the UK ebay is a complete rip off. The exact same pair from the USA trumps the lot (€13.30 all in)

http://cgi.ebay.ie/Non-Slip-Sole-Ice-Snow-Cleats-walking-Fishing-/330509385054?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item7dbc1cb11b

This seller used to sell these in multiples and I bought four in one go and it worked out at €8 something including shipping.

I used these extensively last winter and they look as good as new still.

they only have size small what size is that roughly?

Jet Black · 26-09-2011 07:13PM

casio4 wrote: »

they only have size small what size is that roughly?

About 3-5. The size table is on the bottom of the link.

I was looking to get a pair of ezy shoes but the Yaktrax look better so I'll be getting them.

casio4 · 26-09-2011 07:24PM

Thanks 'm a size 7 so the small wont do, I just ordered a pair on Amazon for £10 plus £5 shipping works out at €17.49

the groutch · 26-09-2011 08:48PM

casio4 wrote: »

Thanks 'm a size 7 so the small wont do, I just ordered a pair on Amazon for £10 plus £5 shipping works out at €17.49

didnt realise they were still a tenner on amazon
you could have gotten free delivery with an order of £25+

mikesp · 26-09-2011 09:38PM

The guys from greatoutdoors.ie have a similar product for 15€: here.

BostonB · 26-09-2011 11:17PM

snubbleste wrote: »

A real bargain alerter would just put a pair of socks over their shoes and walk with pride.

Sounds lethal.

Weyhey · 27-09-2011 11:08AM

BostonB wrote: »

Sounds lethal.

I've heard socks over shoes is very effective. Somebody told me that it is very common in Germany or Austria to do this in icy conditions.

Weyhey · 27-09-2011 11:11AM

CreepingDeath wrote: »

Dunnes Stores (Ilac Centre, Dublin) have a good stock of snow/ice cleats for shoes in if ye are expecting/dreading another harsh winter.

The Dunnes version looks very flimsy for €15 and I could be wrong but I didn't notice a spare set of spikes either.

BostonB · 27-09-2011 11:28AM

Weyhey wrote: »

I've heard socks over shoes is very effective. Somebody told me that it is very common in Germany or Austria to do this in icy conditions.

Doesn't work on a shiny floor. Maybe the ice sticks to the fabric though.

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CreepingDeath · 27-09-2011 11:30AM

Weyhey wrote: »

The Dunnes version looks very flimsy for €15 and I could be wrong but I didn't notice a spare set of spikes either.

Yeah, I didn't do enough research on this, it was an impulse buy.
I was looking at the YakTrax Pro at €25 a while back, and thought these would do me. We may not get snow for another 20 years.

In hindsight, I do like the look of the GreatOutDoors Link that MikeSp posted for the same price and would trust a dedicated outdoor shop more.
Although the Dunnes one has 10 spikes and that one had 6, so I'd hope in a simplistic way that means more grip, but only a snow trial will tell.

BostonB · 27-09-2011 11:31AM

Has to better than handing off the roof rails, trying to get into the car...

Though if you can't walk to the car, that's probably a hint not to drive...

antomack · 27-09-2011 11:51AM

Viking Direct do the Yaktrax Walker here

Murta · 27-09-2011 12:42PM

Safety direct do these ones - Yaktrak Pro for 24 euro.
http://www.safetydirect.ie/ProductDetails.aspx?prodid=4715

I got them last year and found them excellent.

clancyoo7 · 27-09-2011 01:40PM

Murta wrote: »

Safety direct do these ones - Yaktrak Pro for 24 euro.
http://www.safetydirect.ie/ProductDetails.aspx?prodid=4715

I got them last year and found them excellent.

Items € 24.00
Shipping € 7.50
Vat @21% € 6.61

Total: € 38.11

Alfie1 · 27-09-2011 01:48PM

Murta wrote: »

Safety direct do these ones - Yaktrak Pro for 24 euro.
http://www.safetydirect.ie/ProductDetails.aspx?prodid=4715

I got them last year and found them excellent.

I also got them last year from Safety Direct & they are excellent, highly recommended :cool:

I couldn't find them in stock anywhere else at the time, they were delivered on Christmas Eve by courier

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vicwatson · 27-09-2011 01:53PM

I couldn't find them in stock anywhere else at the time, they were delivered on Christmas Eve by courier

And the snow disappeared on St.Stephens day !!! :rolleyes:

Alfie1 · 27-09-2011 03:30PM

Not here it didn't & then it turned to ice :eek:

I used them for almost a week so they are nicely run in now & ready to go for October :pac:

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whyulittle · 27-09-2011 08:31PM

I bought four pairs from http://www.scoutgear.com/ last Christmas. Half the price of getting them here, and they had them delivered quicker than a place in town could get them delivered from their main depot in Galway!

Discount code: 'yaktrax' still works and gets you 5% off.

Rashers72 · 27-09-2011 09:24PM

Any thoughts on these:
http://cgi.ebay.ie/2x-Anti-slip-Snow-Ice-Shoes-Grip-Spike-Cleat-Crampon-L-/250819501983?pt=UK_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item3a6601df9f

Snow/Ice cleats for shoes. €15 in Dunnes Stores

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