I must admit I fell during a February ice storm here in the Midwest and fractured a rib! That was not a pleasant experience. So after the fact I went looking for something to prevent that from happening in the future. Although I have not "officially" used them (no ice since my fall) these cleats do fit my shoes very well and appear to be able to do the job. So, as my wife says I closed the door after the horse was already out of the barn so to speak but I am ready for the next time (ha).