Climb Right Aluminum Climbers with Steel Support Pads

Climb Right aluminum climbers with steel support pads keep weight down while a rigid support in the upper pad holds the shank steady against your leg. They are a good match for climbers who want a firm, locked-in feel on removals.

Light shanks, firm uppers

These climbers combine aluminum shanks with pads that carry a steel support. The stiff upper resists twisting, which keeps the gaff angle consistent when you kick in on rough bark or work around a stem. Climbers who dislike the softer feel of all-foam pads tend to like this setup.

Because the shanks are aluminum, you save weight on every step compared with steel climbers. Over a full day of removals that adds up. Compare this set with the Big Buck pad version in our aluminum spurs section if you want a wider, softer pad.

Fit, care and safety

Set the shank so it sits just below the bend of the knee and wear a stiff boot with a steel shank. Keep gaffs sharp along the factory bevel and replace them when worn. Climbing spurs are part of your fall-protection system. Inspect gaffs, shanks, straps and pads before every climb, follow the manufacturer's instructions and ANSI Z133, and get trained before you climb on spikes. Use spurs only for removals, never for pruning a tree that will stay.

Before you order, measure from the floor to just below the bend of your knee in your climbing boots, and check that it falls inside the shank adjustment range. Pair the climbers with a flip line or steel-core lanyard and keep a second attachment point when you cut.