Nortec Nordic 2.4 Hiking Micro Crampons EN 893

The Nortec Nordic 2.4 crampons are built for flat or gently inclined surfaces, where the grip of a sole is no longer enough:

• Winter hiking: frozen paths, late snowfields, icy stretches in woodland or on valley floors
• Trail and running: fitting onto a trail shoe remains possible, the elastomer adapting to flexible soles
• Light mountaineering: approaches and traverses on frozen ground, excluding climbing and steep slopes
• Commuting and getting about town: icy pavements, snow-covered paths, access to a site or a car park
• Muddy and wet grassy ground: the steel spikes bite where a lugged sole slips

The Nordic 2.4 crampons provide a degree of protection against the foot slipping, and improve stability and traction on icy, snowy, muddy, slippery or wet grassy surfaces. They do not remove the risk of slipping. The manufacturer sets the following limits of use:

• Maximum incline: flat or gently inclined surfaces — [DATA TO BE CONFIRMED: the French instructions state a maximum gradient of 20%, the English version an inclination of less than 20°, which is 36%. Figure to be confirmed with Nortec before publication]
• Excluded uses: climbing and extreme activities
• Ground to avoid: hard, rocky or stone-covered ground, where the risk of slipping remains
• Delicate surfaces: do not walk on parquet, wood or carpet
• Driving: remove the crampons before driving
• Removal: take the crampons off as soon as the ground is no longer slippery
• Children: supervision by a responsible adult is essential
• Before each outing: visually check for cracking, corrosion, breakage or deformation, and replace the product if any damage is visible

• All-round micro crampon: worn on a hiking shoe as well as on a trail running shoe
• High-performance elastomer: quick fitting and secure hold on the shoe
• Steel spikes: grip on ice, mud and slippery surfaces
• Front “flex” system: limits the build-up of snow and ice under the crampon
• Steel hoop: positioned at the toe of the shoe for stability
• Spike length: over 10 mm
• Interchangeable: no difference between the right and left crampon
• Carry bag: supplied, spikes turned away from the body while carrying
• Material operating range: from −30 °C / −22 °F to +40 °C / 104 °F, resistance of the plastic and metal structures
• Standard sizes: optimised for lightweight trekking boots

• Category II personal protective equipment: designed and manufactured to the essential safety requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425
• Applicable standard: EN 893:2019, crampons for mountaineering, supplemented by tests agreed between the manufacturer and the notified body
• EU type examination: carried out under module B of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 by the notified body Certottica S.c.r.l., Longarone, Italy
• Marking on the product: CE marking, UKCA marking, manufacturer's mark, date of manufacture in YYYYMM format, production batch, size and pictogram referring to the instructions
• EU declaration of conformity: available to download from the manufacturer's website
• Instructions for use: to be read before first use and kept for the whole service life of the product

Shoe size alone does not determine the crampon size. The hold also depends on the volume of the shoe, which varies by model and brand. The correspondences below apply to standard trekking shoes; for a bulkier model, measure your shoe before choosing.

Bulky shoe, or between two sizes? Once fitted, the back of the elastomer should sit at least 1 cm above the edge of the shoe, with no loose area and no over-tensioned part. If that is not the case, the size is not the right one. The supplied instructions include a measurement table to refine the choice.

• After use: rinse in warm water, 30 °C / 86 °F maximum, with mild soap
• Drying: dry completely before storing
• Storage: dry, ventilated place, 30 °C / 86 °F maximum, away from heat sources, direct sunlight and sharp objects
• To avoid: any contact with corrosive substances, oils and lubricants
• Service life: five years from first use, and ten years maximum from manufacture, whatever the storage conditions
• Periodic check: at least once every twelve months from first use
• Repairs: restricted to qualified personnel using original parts — any modification voids the warranty and compromises safety
• End of life: dispose of the product in line with current regulations