how are they on black ice?
1420771
worked fine on sheet ice on my driveway, can't say if it would work on black ice
1420772
We have not had black ice here yet this winter to try them on. We have been using them along with Kahtoola microspikes depending on immediate hiking situations. They do well in snow and in areas with snow covered boulders.
1420773
They are great on anything slippery, snow, ice, slimmy rocks, mud. They really work.
1100328
The machine is fairly heavy. Is very stable. But I returned mine because the motor bogs down and overheats after just a few snow canes are made. It does not even come close to making as much shaved ice as it claims. Hope this helps you.
581315
We got to +15 here once and thought we were going to freeze to death! Anyway, I have not tried them that cold, I suspect they'll work just fine since most electronic things like that are good down to -40. We used to live in Edmonton, AB, it hit -47 (without windchill) once, we decided to move.
508543
I have not had an issue with ice or snow. Last winter was very bad and they held up fine. The black foam actually helps with melting. Only issue I have had is will small leaves accumulating on top of the foam. Just keep them clean and you should be OK.
858156
I had to leave mine in snow and ice and subfreezing temperatures this winter at a remote location. Unfortunately I haven't had the chance to check how it did and I won't be able to do it until the end of April. If no one else has a better answer and you're not in a hurry, I'll provide an update at that time.
1654620
I'm not sure..they worked fine above freezing but the colder it got the worse they got.
1619507
I have not tried them yet, don't know where your at ,but it's WINTER here!!!! Sorry.
758495
they work great under all conditions. I have used them outdoors in the winter time with no problem.
386219
I wear these below freezing without too much trouble. They're cold for the first mile, but fine for the rest of the ride. I'm surprised anyone can stand to wear them in the 60's as I find them unbearably hot above 50 or so. This just goes to show how differently people perceive warmth.
2112797
It's fine on ice, but is pretty difficult to push through snow. Kind of like trying to maneuver a shopping cart through slush.
148369
Hi~ Speaking as a person who has not had ONE snowflake this entire season -& should have 5' in my yard now, I can give you last years' experience. You say 'STEEP BLACKTOP'. I can't endorse these or any other alleged gripping system because STEEP ICY BLACKTOP is so dangerous. It depends on you, your balancing style, how you move under that shovel and how you transfer your weight. Last year was ice-o-rama for two months. We all living on a slope. The people who wore stabilicers stayed upright. The one day that I did NOT wear mine, I took a bad fall. I leave for Maine in 2 weeks. My stabilicers are already packed. Just the words: steep blacktop,ice & shoveling' make me cringe! Good luck! Hi~ Speaking as a person who has not had ONE snowflake this entire season -& should have 5' in my yard now, I can give you last years' experience. You say 'STEEP BLACKTOP'. I can't endorse these or any other alleged gripping system because STEEP ICY BLACKTOP is so dangerous. It depends on you, your balancing style, how you move under that shovel and how you transfer your weight. Last year was ice-o-rama for two months. We all living on a slope. The people who wore stabilicers stayed upright. The one day that I did NOT wear mine, I took a bad fall. I leave for Maine in 2 weeks.... » Read More Hi~ Speaking as a person who has not had ONE snowflake this entire season -& should have 5' in my yard now, I can give you last years' experience. You say 'STEEP BLACKTOP'. I can't endorse these or any other alleged gripping system because STEEP ICY BLACKTOP is so dangerous. It depends on you, your balancing style, how you move under that shovel and how you transfer your weight. Last year was ice-o-rama for two months. We all living on a slope. The people who wore stabilicers stayed upright. The one day that I did NOT wear mine, I took a bad fall. I leave for Maine in 2 weeks. My stabilicers are already packed. Just the words: steep blacktop,ice & shoveling' make me cringe! Good luck! « Show Less
387400
I live in panam, so I don`t know about cold. but with the water splashing they are perfect. I do recomen them.
977033
Now let me start by saying I live in little rock but we have had out snowiest and iciest winter in 50 years. It has fared pretty well outdoors but it is under an awning or covered deck. The ice last pretty well. Certainly enough for a party, it's not a yeti obviously but has done the trick. I really like the drain feature. This was well thought out. Just make sure it arrives without damage. Mine had some but had to use it the day it arrived so didn't feel right about returning it after it had been used
13933
Black ice is a smell for a man. Most men I know use black ice in their vehicles. The smell is not a strong smell or a sweet smell, it's just right. You won't be disappointed. I love the smell. I even use it in my home.
2153638
HI I used them last winter for snow blowing, during our brutal cold winter, and they worked very well. So well, I bought another pair . I think you will be glad to have them on - on the slopes.
610359
Its an Orange, citrusy kind of smell. Not bad but not the best. Black ice for the win!
2105851
we have had them all summer in Utah which gets very hot. They have worked very well. Not sure about the cold yet. This is the first year they have been out however there have been some freezing days and they seem fine