RUD's Quick Step shoe snow chain is the simplest and cheapest and one chain fits all shoe sizes. All you need to do is to pull the superlastic loops over your shoe (small loop over the toe, large loop over the heel) and off you go. It's barely visible on the shoe and fits in your pocket when not
needed.
The RUD 'Bergsteiger' is altogether a much more serious shoe snow chain, available in four sizes. It is standard issue to most European post offices, including our own Royal Mail! Made of alloy steel, easy to put on, take off, and store and (amazingly!) self-cleaning, i.e. no snow and ice residue is left between the chain and the sole of the shoe.
Shoe snow chains are a simple yet obvious solution to the problem of 'how to stay on your feet on ice and snow'. These VERIGA and RUD shoe chains can make a massive difference between slipping and walking!
VERIGA snow shoe chains
VERIGA, the Slovenian manufacturer of snow chains that are as good as you'll find anywhere, and better than most, has recently turned its attention to shoe chains. There are two models, the lightweight City Track, available in two colours and three sizes, and the "as good as they come" Ice Track, available in four sizes. Both models use silicon which is stretchier and stronger than rubber, and less likely to perish when not in use - it's a much better material for the job.
The City Track is soft, light, good on compacted snow and adequate on hard ice. You might keep these in a pocket or bag. They'll probably be fitted to outdoor shoes rather than walking boots. The Ice Track is ideal if you are out for a walk in snowy weather and are not sure what you'll encounter - everything from hard ice to soft snow, and you can't see what's under the snow until you've stepped on it. They'll probably be fitted to walking boots or wellies.
We offer very generous discounts if you order two pairs or more, whichever VERIGA shoe chains you order. Your order may need to be sent by courier so please provide Special Delivery Instructions when ordering these products.
All you need to do is to pull the superlastic loops over your shoe (small loop over the toe, large loop over the heel) and off you go!
The RUD 'Bergsteiger' is altogether a much more serious shoe snow chain, available in four sizes. It is standard issue to most European post offices, including our own Royal Mail!
