I've been getting YakTrax for years but decided to change b/c not only did the metal coils either break and snag the carpet in the foyer every time I walked in or crimp down and eventually break the rubber webbing, but they flew off of my boots and were a serious pain to track down in the snow at night. They also rarely lasted a season. These Stabilicers Lite seem to be of much better quality and design. Easy to get on and NEVER once have they become dislodged and sent on a wild goose chase. Plus, not too expensive to try out. If these break on me after 1 winter, I bust out the big bucks and get the Stabilicers Original Heavy Duty Traction Cleat (approx. $50+). So far, I'm loving these!!!!