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In-ground traffic spikes set flush across a gated apartment exit behind a yellow DO NOT ENTER stencil
Close-up of in-ground spikes with yellow blades in a flush black cover plate set in concrete
In-ground spikes in a freshly plowed lane with snow piled on both sides
In-ground spikes set flush across an exit lane beside yellow bollards
Single in-ground spike section with raised yellow blades and flush frame
Long in-ground spike run set flush in a concrete strip across a park exit
In-ground spikes behind a DO NOT ENTER stencil at a park entrance
In-ground spikes with every blade locked flat
Several in-ground spike sections laid out on grass before installation
In-ground spike section set in a new concrete pad with a yellow painted surround
Aerial view of in-ground spikes across a guard-booth exit beside a warning sign
In-ground spikes set in a checkpoint lane leading to a guard booth
Plow-proof
In-ground series4.9· 137 verified reviews

In-GroundTraffic Spikes

Invisible to plows. Impossible to ignore.

Set flush in a concrete pad, so plows, sweepers and right-way traffic glide over. Come in the wrong way and sharpened steel is waiting.

Build & quote 855-526-9683
Load capacity
40TonLoad capacity
Sharpened steel blades
3/8InSharpened steel blades
Plows ride right over
FlushPlows ride right over

Build your system

Takes about 30 seconds

01How many exit lanes?

1 lane

02How wide is each lane?

12 ft per lane
8 ftNot sure? We'll measure from a photo.30 ft

03Blade style

Sharpened

04Winters where you are?

Mild

Your system

12 ft · 3 sections

1 exit lane · sharpened blades · standard frame
Drain-ready frame and anchors included

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A specialist sends a drawn layout and proposal, usually the same business day. No obligation.

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Warranty

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Mon–Fri · 855-526-9683

Guarding the exits of people who can’t afford a wrong-way driver.

Logistics yards, military gates, theme parks, airports and apartment communities.

  • FedEx logo
  • Union Pacific Railroad logo
  • U.S. Army logo
  • U.S. Air Force logo
  • Disney logo
  • Trader Joe's logo
  • Orlando International Airport logo
  • Greystar logo
  • The Boring Company logo

  • 2005

    Family-owned

    Still answering our own phones.

  • 40Ton

    Load capacity

    Loaded trucks included.

  • 3/8In

    Steel blades

    Sharpened, counterweighted, no springs.

  • 2Min

    Lockdown

    Latch every blade flat for events.

In-ground spike blades set in a flush steel frame across a concrete lane
The slope sideExit traffic presses each blade into the frame.
The steep sideWrong-way tires meet sharpened steel.

How it works/ 01

Level with the road. Ruthless in reverse.

Each blade is counterweighted, not spring-loaded. Right-way tires press it down into the frame, and the weight swings it back up the moment they pass. Come in the wrong way and the blade doesn't budge.

  1. 01

    Roll out

    Tires press each blade down into the frame. At exit-lane speed, drivers barely feel it.

  2. 02

    Swing back

    Counterweights return every blade upright. No springs to wear out.

  3. 03

    Stop cold

    Wrong-way tires meet steel that won't fold. Signs on both sides make sure nobody can say they didn't know.

Built for/ 02

Built for places that don't move.

In-ground systems are for exits you'll guard for the next decade: secure gates, public lots and anywhere a snowplow drives.

Reviews/ 03

Excellent

4.9 out of 5 from 137 verified reviews

Reviews from verified Coyote customers, with photos from the job site.
  • In-ground traffic spikes set flush across an apartment exit lane Apartment exit
    ✓ Verified

    “Installed and operational ahead of schedule.”

    John truly exceeded our expectations, ensuring our systems were operational well before the school year kicked off. Using Coyote has been a game-changer for our campus security.

    SDSpencer DunnCampus Operations
  • In-ground spikes installed flush at a park exit Multi-site rollout
    ✓ Verified

    “Zero issues across every location.”

    Coyote's team outfitted all our rental car locations with top-tier traffic control solutions and have had absolutely zero issues or concerns. Five Stars across the board!

    HGHannah GarciaFleet & Facilities
  • Close-up of in-ground spikes set flush in a snowy lane Winter install
    ✓ Verified

    “Hands-on collaboration from spec to install.”

    With Coyote's help, we navigated our security hurdles effortlessly. Their hands-on collaboration ensured our needs were met with precision and care.

    RARebecca AndersonProperty Management
Plowed snow along an in-ground spike lane

Winter-proof/ 04

Plows ride right over.

The cover plate sits flush with the pavement, so plows, sweepers and street-cleaners never catch an edge.

  • Flush with gradeNothing for a plow blade to catch.
  • Heat-trace optionKeeps blades free in ice storms.
  • Built-in drainageDrain holes in every section.
  • Two-minute lockdownLatch every blade flat for events.
Spec it for my climate →

Specifications/ 05

The fine print, in bold.

Everything your engineer, concrete contractor and facilities team will ask for.

Single in-ground spike section with raised yellow blades and flush frame
Shown with Coyote plate
Sections
38 in or 48 in, join end to end
Cover plate
3/8 in plate steel, polyurethane-coated
Blades
3/8 in sharpened steel, safety yellow (stainless available)
Blade height
Adjustable, 2.5 to 4 in
Capacity
40 tons
Mechanism
Counterbalanced. No springs required
Lockdown
Latches every blade flat; lock-up available
Max speed
10 mph recommended
Installation
Void form, pre-poured pad or drop-in
Cold climates
Heat-trace cable option
Warranty
2 years

Installation/ 06

Poured once.
Guarding for years.

Building new? We set the frame in your pour. Retrofitting? We saw-cut the lane and pour a fresh pad around it.

  1. Day 1

    Cut & trench

    Saw-cut the lane and dig a trench about 24 in wide.

  2. Day 2

    Set & pour

    Level the frame, connect the drain and pour the pad.

  3. Day 3

    Drop in & bolt

    Set each section, bolt it down and open the lane.

Installer setting an in-ground spike frame into a saw-cut trench

Compare/ 07

Is in-ground worth the concrete?

If the lane is permanent and plows come through, yes. Here's the honest side-by-side.

In-groundYou're hereSurface-mountedView →MotorizedView →
InstallSet flush in a concrete padBolts on topOn or in the pavement, plus power
Time to install2–3 daysAbout a day2–5 days
Two-way trafficNoNoYes, on command
SnowplowsPlow right overLift out for winterDepends on mount
Best forA permanent, flush lookFast, affordable exitsLanes that switch direction

FAQ/ 08

Questions we hear every week.

Didn't see yours? Ask someone who installs these for a living.

855-526-9683

No. The cover plate sits flush with the pavement, so plows and sweepers glide over. Add heat-trace cable where ice is a problem.

Coyote Traffic support specialist reviewing a custom traffic spike drawing at his laptop

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