YakTrax Ice-Traction Device
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
YakTrax are rubber-and-steel coil attachments that slip over the bottom of regular shoes or boots to add traction on icy and snow-packed surfaces. They're a practical solution for anyone who faces a higher-than-average fall risk in winter conditions — including older adults, people with balance or gait challenges, or anyone using a walking aid who needs extra stability on slippery ground. This is a complete, ready-to-use product: stretch them over your footwear and you're set, no tools or setup needed. YakTrax are designed for walking on snow and ice outdoors, and wearing them on bare pavement, tile, or other hard indoor surfaces can actually reduce traction and cause damage to the coils, so they need to come off when you go inside.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Select the correct size based on your shoe size using the size chart.
- Stretch the rubber frame over the heel of your shoe first, then pull the front portion over the toe — they're ready to use immediately.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.