Ultralight, durable and packable to safely navigate snowy, mountainous terrain with efficiency
For Immediate Release
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (September 16, 2025) – Kahtoola, the market leader in flexible footwear traction designed to make people more capable outdoors, is excited to announce the launch of its newest innovation, the lightweight MICROspikes® Ghost. Now available on Kahtoola.com and at outdoor retailers, MICROspikes Ghost are designed to safely navigate slick, snow-covered trails quietly and efficiently for an improved outdoor experience.
Chain-free, lighter, and more packable than Kahtoola’s legendary MICROspikes® footwear traction, MICROspikes Ghost features new materials and construction designed over a multi-year testing period to create a smaller, ultralight (43% lighter) version of its predecessor.
“For years, we’ve dreamed of creating a lighter, more packable version of the original MICROspikes traction – one that provides the same reliable grip, but with significantly reduced weight and bulk,” notes Chris Bunch, Head of Research and Development for Kahtoola. “This vision set us on a multi-year journey that involved rethinking everything, from materials and construction to rigorous testing. For the past nine years, every Kahtoola team member has been instrumental in making this dream a reality.”
Built for fast packers, trail runners and thru-hikers, the high performance, durable MICROspikes Ghost offers chainless performance with minimal bulk and weight (pair size M: 6.8 oz/ 192g) to maximize valuable pack space. MICROspikes Ghost features a hard-wearing, low-profile thermoplastic polyurethane matrix with 12 aggressive spikes per foot for optimal stability, and articulating rivets that move independently to efficiently shed snow. A hybrid elastomer harness features stiffer thermoplastic rubber at the toe for secure footing and stretchy thermoplastic elastomer at the heel for a snug fit, with patented reinforced eyelets and a raised heel tab that easily slides over running and hiking shoes
“Since Kahtoola was founded nearly 26 years ago, we’ve always focused on creating lightweight, efficient solutions that enhance adventure and human potential without compromising safety or the overall experience,” said Danny Giovale, founder and owner of Kahtoola. “Every product we make is driven by our own passion for the outdoors and the desire to redefine what’s possible in backcountry travel.”
MICROspikes Ghost is available in unisex sizing XS-XL (US women’s size 5.5-11+, US men’s size 6-14) and includes a packable tote sack. MSRP $103.95.
Starting in August 2025, every pair of Kahtoola’s stretch-on traction, including MICROspikes Ghost, will be backed by a new extended 4-year warranty program as part of the brand’s commitment to build long-lasting outdoor gear for increased sustainability. Join Kahtoola’s newsletter community for the latest product news and brand stories.
About Kahtoola:
Established in 1999, Kahtoola crafts exceptional outdoor gear with a commitment to philanthropy, conservation, and sustainability. Kahtoola’s gaiters, hiking crampons and traction systems, including MICROspikes® footwear traction, are built to elevate human potential in the outdoors. Every product is thoughtfully designed and vigorously tested at the brand’s Flagstaff, Ariz. headquarters high on the Colorado Plateau. Owned and operated by founder Danny Giovale, Kahtoola proudly grants 1% of annual sales through the Kahtoola Philanthropy Program to organizations that support indigenous communities, outdoor recreation communities and environmental advocacy. For more information, please visit Kahtoola.com.
Media Contact:
Catherine Donovan
Terra PR
323-708-6953
CatherineD@terrapublicrelations.com
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