Crampons (traction devices used for ice climbing) is a noun.
Crampons are devices which are put on shoes to help the wearer achieve better mobility in the snow or other harsh climates. Shoe crampons are commonly made from alloys or metals. The most common metal used for crampons is steel.
Use crampons. The snow is too hard for snowshoes.
The cast of Cannibals and Crampons - 2002 includes: Mark Anstice as himself
Crampons.
If you are referring to ice-walking equipment then they are "crampons". Otherwise there are no metal spikes on hiking boots.
Axe and Crampons(for your feet)
The purpose of Crampons is to gain purchase on slick ice when Mountaineering or ice climbing. Since ice has little to no friction the crampons spikes allow you walk or climb with out slipping or falling.
Crampons go on the feet and an ice axe or ice tool goes in the hands.
mountain climbing, particularly in icy areas
Crampons are specialized footwear used for ice climbing. Crampons resemble shoes with spikes projecting from them that are driven into the ice. This increases the climbers grip, traction, and mobility while climbing.
Very solid, crampons