Conditions outside are pretty horrible these days, especially in the Lower Mainland. With snow, slush and ice threatening to topple you every step of the way on your walk, hike or run, you may want to consider using an innovative product called the Yaktrax. Yaktrax are like chains for your feet. They can be pulled onto any shoe, and greatly increase your traction. Here’s a recent review from the TrailRunning Blog …

" Yaktrax are traction devices that slip easily onto your footwear to reduce the odds of slipping while running on snow and ice. Yaktrax consist of coils to create hundreds of biting edges to grip snow and ice. I used these in very icy conditions in the Alberta Rockies as well as on snow here in British Columbia and I found them to work flawlessly. Make sure you get the right size so you have a snug fit and try not to wear them on exposed asphalt areas they will wear quickly. All and all a very good product and highly recommended to those running in slippery conditions."

For more information on the Yaktrax you can visit their website at www.yaktrax.com . On the site you will also be able to find a retailer near you.