Weaver L-Shaped Slot Climber Pads

Weaver L-shaped slot climber pads use the classic slotted design that cushions your calf on tree spurs. They are a simple, affordable replacement for worn pads.

How these pads work

L-pads are the long-standing standard pad on tree climbers. The slotted design lets the strap pass through and hold the pad against your calf, cushioning the top of the shank as you step up.

They are light, inexpensive, and easy to replace, which makes them a sensible choice for a backup set of spurs or for climbers who only use spurs now and then.

Pads also wear in ways that are easy to miss. Padding compresses, straps stretch, and hook-and-loop loses its grip as it fills with bark dust. A pad that lets the shank wobble makes every step harder and can let a gaff cut out, so replace pads before they are completely worn out rather than after.

Fitting and inspection

Confirm the pads fit your climber shanks before you order; mounting slots, straps, and hardware vary between spur makers. Fit them to the shank so the top of the pad sits just below the knee, and tighten the straps snugly without cutting off circulation. Compare other climber pads if you want more or less support.

Check straps, buckles, and stitching every time you put the spurs on, and replace worn parts promptly. Spurs are for removals and trees that are coming down, not for pruning, and climbers should be trained before using them.