{"product_id":"edelrid-talon-tree-climbing-spikes","title":"Talon Tree Climbing Spikes","description":"\u003ch1\u003eEDELRID TALON Tree Climbers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EDELRID TALON Tree Climbers are among the lightest, most ergonomic climbing gaffs on the market. Engineered around the natural shape of the human leg, the TALON delivers exceptional comfort, precision and stability for professional arborists working at height, certified to \u003cstrong\u003eASTM F887-16\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two gaff lengths (43mm and 70mm), they're \u003cstrong\u003ein stock at Gustharts\u003c\/strong\u003e as an authorised Edelrid dealer, with free UK delivery on this order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component has been purpose-selected to maximise strength while minimising weight, making it a top-tier choice for daily climbing, dismantling and technical tree work. A fully ventilated padding system improves breathability on long climbs, while the unique three-direction lower binding ensures a secure and custom fit on a wide range of boots. All textile components can be removed, washed or replaced, helping extend the service life of your climbers and keeping them performing like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-light, ergonomic design shaped to the human leg for superior comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable steel construction with optimised material distribution for strength and low weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentilated mesh padding for improved airflow during long climbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-directional lower binding system for a precise, locked-in boot fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-remove textile components for washing or replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified to ASTM F887-16 for high-level fall protection standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in two gaff lengths: 43mm (short) and 70mm (long)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Germany with premium manufacturing quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:600px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,.03);overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:42%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:58%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eASTM F887-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eGaff Length Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e43mm (short) \/ 70mm (long)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003ePadding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eRemovable, ventilated mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;\"\u003eModel \/ Part Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;\"\u003eED-882930430170 (43mm) \/ ED-882950700170 (70mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Edelrid TALON?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdelrid\u003c\/strong\u003e is a German climbing hardware manufacturer with a long history in life-safety equipment, and the TALON's ergonomic shank — shaped around the natural line of the human leg rather than a generic straight profile — is a genuine comfort advantage on long climbing days. The three-direction lower binding also gives a more precise, locked-in boot fit than simpler strap systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCertified Protection Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASTM F887-16\u003c\/strong\u003e is the American standard covering personal climbing equipment, including tree climbing spikes and spurs, confirming the climbers have been independently tested for the loads and stresses of professional climbing use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your climbers performing at their best with genuine \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/products\/replacement-edelrid-talon-gaffs-for-climbing-spikes\"\u003eTalon Replacement Gaffs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/products\/talon-lower-replacement-straps-for-edelrid-climbing-spike\"\u003eTalon Lower Replacement Straps\u003c\/a\u003e when parts eventually wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched for as: Edelrid Talon climbers, Talon tree spurs, Edelrid arborist climbing spikes, ASTM F887 climbing spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I choose the 43mm or 70mm gaff?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 43mm (short) gaff suits general climbing and pruning; the 70mm (long) gaff is better suited to heavy-duty removals and dismantling work where deeper bark penetration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the padding be washed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, all textile components can be removed, washed or replaced to extend the service life of your climbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre replacement parts available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, genuine Talon replacement gaffs and lower replacement straps are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does ASTM F887-16 certification mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the American standard for personal climbing equipment, confirming the climbers have been independently tested for the loads and stresses of professional climbing use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these compatible with a wide range of boots?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the three-directional lower binding system is designed to give a precise, secure fit across a wide range of boot types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Edelrid","offers":[{"title":"43mm Gaff","offer_id":45718036349172,"sku":"ED-882930430170","price":385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"70mm Gaff","offer_id":45718036381940,"sku":"ED-882950700170","price":385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/edelrid_Talon_Tree_Climbing_Spikes_Close_Up.jpg?v=1771940989","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-us\/products\/edelrid-talon-tree-climbing-spikes","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}