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Ice Cleats Recommended for Postal Workers
Original Photo by Elvert Barnes of Mail Truck in Hyattsville, MD,
Problems With Traditional Ice Cleats for Postal Workers
Mail carriers encounter every winter slippery condition including ice, packed snow, deep snow, slush, and black ice. Slippery conditions not only pose an injury hazard but also slow you down making it more difficult to stay on schedule.
No ice cleats can absolutely guarantee you won't fall on ice. I can recommend ice cleats I sincerely believe are the best to minimize your risk of falling given your unique circumstances. My goal is to manage your risk of falling to keep you as safe as possible.
Winter Walking Ice Cleats work in any combination of wintry conditions and allow you to move quickly and safely.
Urban mail delivery presents unique problems when selecting ice cleats. Here's why.- Delivering mail involves constantly going in and out of doors. Traditional ice cleats damage floors or are slippery on hard surfaces like tile, granite, or marble. Therefore, you have to take them off and put them back on every time you go in and out of a building.
- Traditional ice cleats are slippery with metal to metal contact that occurs when stepping on sewer grates, utility hole covers, and stairs covers.
The ice cleats I recommend for Urban Delivery have Transitional Traction whereby both the tread and the stud come in contact with the surface. They won't damage most interior floors and are far less likely to slide on hard surfaces making them ideal for use in the city.
No ice cleats can absolutely guarantee you won't fall on ice. I can recommend ice cleats I sincerely believe are the best to minimize your risk of falling given your unique circumstances. My goal is to manage your risk of falling to keep you as safe as possible.
Recommended Ice Cleats Common Features Important to Mail Carriers
All recommended ice cleats
- Aggressive, well-positioned Tungsten Carbide Studs provide excellent traction on ice including black ice and remain effective in frigid temperatures. Well-distributed spikes assure that at least one stud contacts the ice on uneven surfaces.
- Patented Heel Spikes and spikes positioned close to the front of the ice cleat allow you to walk naturally. That's because your heel is the first thing to strike the ground when you take a natural step and the front of your footwear is the last as you push off.
- Dual Pull Tabs - You can use two hands to stretch the ice cleat over your boots and shoes. Dual Pull Tabs are especially useful for people with weakness in their hands or who have arthritis.
- Dual Density Construction - The straps are thinner in non-wear areas so they're easier to stretch over shoes and boots.
- Aggressive Self-Cleaning Treads - provide traction in loose snow. The Self-Cleaning feature prevents snow and debris from building up on the bottom of your shoe and boot that would prevent the studs from contacting the ice.
- Dual Material Design - The treads are molded using a harder material for greater wear and stud retention.
- Industry Leading Strap Design - Keeps your ice cleats securely on you footwear.
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Practical and Convenient Ice Cleats Mail Carriers Can Wear Indoors and While Driving
The best ice cleats for most Postal Workers have Transitional Traction. Here's why.
- Both the stud and treads contact the floor because the 1mm tungsten carbide studs minimally protrude beyond the tread. Therefore,
- They won't damage most floors, and they're not slippery on smooth, hard surfaces. Examples of floors where you can wear them are like those found in the grocery store, drug store, and post office. However, you SHOULD NOT wear them on finished hardwood floors because they'll scratch them.
- Transitional Traction ice cleats are safe to wear while driving because the shorted studs won't penetrate the pedals. The straps are tight against your footwear and less likely to get hung up transitioning between pedals. However, you are the ultimate judge to determine if you feel comfortable driving wearing them.
The problem with Transitional Traction ice cleats is that they are a compromise solution. The ice cleats I recommend in the next section have 2mm studs that provide better traction on ice that has a thin layer of snow on the top and should last twice as long. However, the more aggressive studs require taking them off and putting them back on going indoors or in and out of your car or mass transit.
Winter Walking LOW-PRO Ice Cleats
Winter Walking LOW-PRO is my top recommendation for people with regular shoes and boots constantly going in and out of doors, vehicles, or have difficulty putting ice cleats on and taking them off. LOW-PRO is also safe to wear while driving and on most indoor floors without damaging them. So you can often leave LOW-PRO Ice Cleats on your shoes and boots all day.
$41.95 /pr.
Aggregate Review
Aggregate Ratings
Based on 7 Reviews
Overall Satisfaction?
4.86
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Fits Shoe Sizes Based of Steel Tip Shoes |
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| Men's | Women's | Footwear Length Range in Inches* | Size |
| 13½ + | --- | 14" - 14¾" | XXL |
| 11½ - 13 | --- | 13¼" ‹ 14" | XL |
| 9½ - 11 | 11.5+ | 12¾" ‹ 13¼" | L |
| 7 - 9 | 9 - 11 | 11¾" ‹ 12¾" | M |
| 5 - 6½ | 7 - 8½ | 10¾" ‹ 11¾" | S |
| *Measured on the bottom of your shoe or boot from the tip of the sole to the base of the heel. | |||
| If you have bulky or oversized boots, consider Winter Walking ICE BEAST LOW-PRO Ice Cleats. |
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Buy Winter Walking LOW-PRO
Ice Cleats JD6610
Ice Cleats JD6610
$41.95 /pr.
Buy Ankle Strap Kit JD3800*
Fits All Sizes
$4.47 /pr.
*Not included in Volume Discount
Winter Walking LOW-PRO Ice Cleats Features
Winter Walking LOW-PRO Ice Cleats Demo Video
- You can safely wear LOW-PRO Ice Cleats indoors because Transitional Traction Technology allows both the tread and studs to make contact providing traction on smooth surfaces without damaging most floors.
- LOW-PRO's 26 1mm Tungsten Carbide Studs
- provide excellent traction on ice and black ice;
- are more studs than on any other stretch traction device; and
- are molded in for greater retention, durability and comfort.
- 1-piece molded proprietary synthetic compound straps
- are extremely durable;
- resistant to chemicals and other contaminants;
- have no memory and never stretch out of shape;
- stay flexible at low temperatures; and
- have a beneficial characteristic that grips the surface of your footwear to prevent it from slipping out of alignment.
- Sole/Heel (colored) material is harder material than upper stretch portion so sole/heel have greater abrasion resistance and durability while upper has greater stretch.
- Dimpled foot bed grabs the bottom of your shoe or boot to prevent the device from sliding out of place.
- Aggressive tread pattern is self-cleaning and provides traction in deep snow, slush and mud.
- Multiple ridges on the inside of the heel strap help to prevent ice cleats from slipping off the heel.
- Easy On / Easy Off because...
- patented Dual Pull Tabs make it easier to grab hold of the ice cleats while stretching them over your shoes and boots;
- patented Dual Density Construction makes it easier to stretch; and
- Uni-Foot Design (No Left... No Right) eliminates the hassle of having to locate the left or right cleat.
- Versatile and Ultra Convenient because LOW-PRO
- fits over all types of shoes and boots;
- provides traction on all slippery winter surfaces including ice, packed snow, deep snow, slush and black ice; and
- is safe to wear while driving.
- Patented Open Design
- stays securely on footwear; and
- is lightweight & compact.
- Bright colors facilitate compliance monitoring. (Look at ALTRAGRIPS-LITE LOW PROFILE if you prefer all-black ice cleats)
- Sizes: JD6610-S Small JD6610-M Medium JD6610-L Large JD6610-XL Extra Large JD6610-XXL Extra Extra Large
- MPN: JD6610
- SKU: 141
- Made in the Taiwan
Winter Walking ICE BEAST LOW-PRO Ice Cleats
Winter Walking ICE BEAST Ice Cleats are ideal for people who:
- have
- large bulky boots;
- unusual shaped footwear; and
- balance issues; and
- climb ladders or use tools like a shovel; and
- frequently go in and out of doors. (If you do not frequently transition between indoors and outdoors, see Winter Walking Ice Beast HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats.)
$56.97 /pr.
| Men's | Women's | Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14+ | --- | XXL | |
| 12 - 13½ | --- | XL | |
| 10 - 11½ | 12+ | L | |
| 7½ - 9½ | 9½ - 11½ | M | |
| 5 - 7 | 7 - 9 | S | |
Buy ICE BEAST LOW-PRO
Ice Cleats JD7710
Ice Cleats JD7710
$56.97 /pr.
Winter Walking ICE BEAST LOW-PRO Features
- Twenty Eight well distributed tungsten carbide studs.
- TRANSITIONAL TRACTION - ICE BEAST LOW-PRO are safe to wear on most indoor floors because the 1mm studs minimally protrude beyond the tread. Therefore, both the studs and the tread make contact with the surface.
- ICE BEAST LOW-PRO are safe to wear while you're driving.
- Aggressive studs quickly penetrate the coldest, densest ice where less aggressive studs and spikeless ice cleats with wound steel coils fail.
- Tungsten carbide studs are far more durable than the carbon steel studs found on most competing products.
- The stud distribution guarantees that at least one aggressive stud will likely be in contact with the ground no matter how uneven the surface.
- The patented heel spikes are crucial because your heel is the first thing to strike the ground when you take a normal step. Heel spikes allow you to walk naturally. Many ice and snow traction devices force you to walk more flat-footed. Because walking flat-footed is not normal, you tend to forget. And one misplaced step can cause you to slip and fall.
- Spikes are not replaceable. But the mounting mechanism required with replaceable spikes makes them thicker and can cause discomfort for some people... like standing on marbles... especially over long periods of time. Permanently molded-in spikes are more secure therefor eliminating one more potential point of failure.
- Spikes at Front and Heel Spikes allow you to walk naturally. There are no special skills to learn.
- Aggressive, Self-Cleaning Treads provide traction in deep snow and slush while assuring studs stay in contact with icy surfaces.
- Versatile because Winter Walking ICE BEAST LOW-PRO Ice Cleats
- fit over all types of shoes and boots;
- provide traction in all slippery winter conditions; and
- are safe to wear while driving.
- Patented Open Design
- stays securely on footwear, and
- is lightweight & compact.
- Strong Straps and several exclusive patented features keep ICE BEAST securely on footwear and properly aligned.
- Patented Dual Pull Tabs and a Proprietary Strap Material make ICE BEAST Ice Cleats easy to put on and take off even at extremely low temperatures.
- Bright Orange Color facilitates compliance monitoring.
- Sizes: JD7710-S Small, JD7710-M Medium, JD7710-L Large, JD-7710-XL Extra Large, JD7710-XXL Extra Extra Large
- Model: JD7710
- Made in the Taiwan
Best Ice Cleats for The Most Challenging Deliveries
Winter Walking HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats are the best for reducing the risk of slipping on ice and snow. These HIGH-PRO are the ice cleats you need for traction on steep sidewalks, driveways, and roads. However, you have to remove HIGH-PROs before going indoors because the aggressive 2mm tungsten carbide studs will damage floors. You must evaluate whether you feel they're too aggressive to wear while driving.
Winter Walking HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats
Choose HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats if you
- want to be able to quickly put on and remove your ice cleats;
- need excellent traction in all slick winter conditions including ice, snow, packed snow, and black ice; and
- do not have bulky, insulated pack boots.
$41.95 /pr.
5.00
5 / 5
Based on 3 Reviews
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Fits Shoe Sizes Based of Steel Tip Shoes |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Men's | Women's | Footwear Length Range in Inches* |
Size |
| 13½ | --- | 14" - 14½" | XXL |
| 11½ - 13 | --- | 13¼" ‹ 14" | XL |
| 9½ - 11 | 12+ | 12¾" ‹ 13¼" | L |
| 7 - 9 | 9 - 11 | 11¾" ‹ 12¾" | M |
| 5 - 6½ | 7 - 8½ | 10¾" ‹ 11¾" | S |
| *Measured on the bottom of your shoe or boot from the tip of the sole to the base of the heel. | |||
| If you have bulky or oversized boots, consider Winter Walking ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats. |
|||
Buy Winter Walking HIGH-PRO
Ice Cleats JD6625
Ice Cleats JD6625
$41.95 /pr.
Buy Ankle Strap Kit JD3800*
Fits All Sizes
$4.47 /pr.
*Not included in Volume Discount
Winter Walking HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats Features
Winter Walking HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats Demo Video
- Twenty Six 2mm Tungsten Carbide Studs
- provide excellent traction on ice and black ice;
- are more studs than on any other stretch traction device; and
- are molded in for greater retention and durability.
- Tungsten Carbide Studs last far longer and stay sharper than the carbon steel spikes found in most competing ice cleats.
- Patented Heel Spike allows walking naturally without using any new, special skills.
- Studs are designed to stay uniformly sharp throughout their useful life.
- Permanent studs are more comfortable and reliable than replaceable studs.
- 1-Piece Molded Proprietary Synthetic Compound Straps
- are extremely durable;
- resistant to chemicals and other contaminants;
- have no memory and never stretch out of shape;
- stay flexible at low temperatures; and
- have a unique characteristic that grips the surface of your footwear to prevent it from slipping out of alignment.
- Sole/Heel (colored) material is harder material than upper stretch portion so sole/heel have greater abrasion resistance and durability while upper has greater stretch.
- The Dimpled Foot Bed grabs the bottom of your shoe or boot to prevent the device from sliding out of place.
- Aggressive Tread Pattern is self-cleaning and provides traction in snow, slush and mud.
- Wide Straps provide large surface areas to keep the ice cleats properly aligned.
- Multiple Ridges on the inside of the heel strap help prevent ice cleats from slipping off the back of your heel.
- Easy On / Easy Off because...
- patented Dual Pull Tabs make it easier to grab hold of the ice cleats while stretching them over your shoes and boots;
- patented Dual Density Construction makes it easier to stretch; and
- Uni-Foot Design (No Left... No Right) eliminates the hassle of having to locate the left or right cleat.
- Patented Open Design
- stays securely on footwear, and
- is lightweight & compact.
- Versatile because HIGH-PRO
- fits over all types of shoes and boots;
- provides traction in all slippery winter conditions; and
- is safe to wear while driving.
- Bright Blue Color facilitates compliance monitoring.
- Sizes: JD6625-S Small, JD6625-M Medium, JD6625-L Large, JD-6625-XL Extra Large, JD6625-XXL Extra Extra Large
- Model: JD6625
- Made in the Taiwan
Winter Walking ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats
Winter Walking ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO Ice Cleats are my top recommendation for people who:
- have large bulky boots;
- have unusual shaped footwear;
- require access to a fully defined heel that make them safe for climbing ladders and using tools like a shovel;
- have balance issues; and
- are not frequently going in and out of doors. (If you do frequently transition between indoors and outdoors, see Winter Walking Ice Beast LOW-PRO Ice Cleats.)
$56.97 /pr.
| Men's | Women's | Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14+ | --- | XXL | |
| 12 - 13½ | --- | XL | |
| 10 - 11½ | 12+ | L | |
| 7½ - 9½ | 9½ - 11½ | M | |
| 5 - 7 | 7 - 9 | S | |
Buy ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO
Ice Cleats JD7725
Ice Cleats JD7725
$56.97 /pr.
Winter Walking ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO Features
- Twenty eight well-distributed 2mm Tungsten Carbide Studs
- provide excellent traction on ice, black ice, and hard packed snow;
- are more studs than on any other stretch traction device; and
- are molded in for greater retention, safety, and durability.
- Tungsten Carbide Studs last far longer and stay sharper than the carbon steel spikes found in most competing ice cleats.
- Patented Heel Spike allows walking naturally without using any new, special skills.
- Studs are designed to stay uniformly sharp throughout their useful life giving you consistent traction and safety.
- Permanent studs are more comfortable and secure than replaceable studs.
- 1-Piece Molded Proprietary Synthetic Compound Straps
- are extremely durable;
- resistant to chemicals and other contaminants;
- have no memory and never stretch out of shape;
- stay flexible at low temperatures; and
- have a unique characteristic that grips the surface of your footwear to prevent it from slipping out of alignment.
- Sole/Heel (colored) material is a harder material than the upper stretch portion. Therefore. the heel and sole have greater abrasion resistance and durability while upper has greater stretch.
- The Dimpled Foot Bed grabs the bottom of your shoe or boot to prevent the device from sliding out of place.
- The Aggressive Tread Pattern is self-cleaning and provides traction in snow, slush, and mud.
- Versatile because Winter Walking ICE BEAST HIGH-PRO
- fits over all types of shoes and boots;
- provides traction in all slippery winter conditions; and
- is safe to wear while driving.
- Patented Open Design
- stays securely on footwear, and
- is lightweight & compact.
- Bright Blue Color facilitates compliance monitoring.
- Sizes: JD7725-S Small, JD7725-M Medium, JD7725-L Large, JD-7725-XL Extra Large, JD7725-XXL Extra Extra Large
- Model: JD7725
- Made in the Taiwan
A Popular, Low-Cost Ice Cleats Solution for Mail Delivery on Ice and Snow
The USPS loves EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats. These are light-duty ice cleats for occasional use. These are traditional ice cleats and do not solve the problems the revolutionary ice cleats I recommended earlier on this page. However, they match or exceed the quality of other ice cleats in this price category.
Winter Walking EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats
EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats are an economy priced and designed for light duty and occasional use.
$25.95 /pr.
Fits Shoe Sizes
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| Men's | Women's | Size |
| 11½ - 13½ | --- | XL |
| 9 - 11 | 11+ | L |
| 6½ - 8½ | 8½ - 10½ | M |
| < 6 | 6½ - 8½ | S |
Buy Winter Walking EASY SPIKE
Ice Cleats JD350
Ice Cleats JD350
$25.95 /pr.
Buy Ankle Strap Kit JD3800*
Fits All Sizes
$4.47 /pr.
*Not included in Volume Discount
Winter Walking Easy Spike Ice Cleats Features
Winter Walking EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats Demo Video
EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats were designed by ice cleats experts with over 35 years of experience. They share critical features found in Winter Walking's Professional Ice Cleats. Winter Walking EASY SPIKE Ice Cleats
- give you instant, secure traction on ice, snow, packed-snow, and black ice because of 22 well-positioned, aggressive, stay-sharp, and molded-in 2mm carbon steel studs penetrate the densest ice;
- have an aggressive tread design for better traction in deep snow;
- stay securely on and aligned on your footwear for increased safety because the straps are strong, durable, and wide;
- are easy to put on and take off because they have pull tabs and the straps stay flexible in frigid temperatures;
- fit most shoes and boots up to a men's 13½ and available in Sizes: Small (JD350-S); Medium (JD350-M); Large (JD350-L); and Extra Large (JD350-XL);
- add no noticeable weight to you footwear because they're so lightweight;
- are with you when you need them because they're compact and foldable so you can carry them in your pocket, backpack, car console, glove compartment, and briefcase; and
- lastly, keep you safer at night because they have a reflective heel.
