Howdy,
steel or aluminum is fine, alum. preferred. Joe, I don't live in Portland, but would be happy to pay for the pain-in-the-ass that is shipping. I know it can be a hassle to go the the post office, so if you're not inclined, that's fine. I am looking to log some serious use on these crampons next month, though, as I'm leaving the US for a few years, and need to bag some routes while I still have the chance. What kind of crampons do you have?
Thanks,
John