ice -- I saw folks walking around with these spikey things attached to their Sorel boots up in Anchorage last february. Perhaps there are some that can be affixed to something a bit lighter and more "foot snuggly" too. That would add an interesting dimension to running. Sorel boots -- when you put on the light weight shoes again come spring, it would be like being 20 pounds lighter, and if you can run in those buggers, you'll be tremendously fast in your summer gear!

Gosh I'm glad I don't deal with Minnesota winters anymore!

Karen in Boise