Tree Climbing Spikes

Complete climber sets is our page of complete sets with all neccessary pads & straps needed for a complete set. Many manufacturers make spur climbers with bespoke pads and gaffs, that are not interchangeable with other pads. Examples include Distel climbers, Notch Geckos, or Edelrid Talons.

Climbers Only is the category for buying tree or pole climbers without pads and straps. Useful for folks who already have spur climber pads and straps and are upgrading their irons, or who want to build their own tree climbing spikes.

Pads and Straps is where we sell replacement climber pads and upper & lower straps. Keep your spikes in top shape with fresh straps and pads, or build your custom tree climbing spikes.

Gaffs & Parts for all brands of tree and pole climbers. Replacement gaffs, gaff sharpening kits, screws, sleeves, and all other spur climber repair parts are found here.

Tree Climbing Spikes, Spurs, Gaffs, or hooks?

Tree climbing spikes, climber hooks, climbers, spurs, irons; there are a lot of terms for a pair of tree spurs!

"Gaff" refers to the spike of the spur only. Spurs are useful in removals, especially spar work. Spur climbing damages trees, piercing their protective layers and opening pathways for disease and insects to further damage the tree. Don't use your spurs on a tree unless you're removing it.