Just put the Micro Spikes on the trail, 4 thumbs up!!
There were a few others hiking with different types and all had problems that I and the others with Kahtoolas did not, I got to enjoy the scenery rather than watching my every step. Just by looking at them I thought it would be like walking on marbles with the loose chain design, not the case at all. After the 1st 10-15 minutes I was so comfortable with my footing that it was like hiking on a dry trail.
All this while on a packed icy trail that just got a fresh inch of powder overnight, I won't leave home without them!! In fact I am buying another pair as loaners so I wont have to be so concerned about others in my party and we all can enjoy the trip more.