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Posted: 2/25/2012 10:35:25 PM EDT
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I'm tired of random dirt/snow falling into the tops of my shorter boots. I'd like a set of gaiters to cover the tops of them. I searched a little and they all seem to be super long. A couple of years ago I saw a SEAL use a pair that looked perfect, they were just long enough to cover the needed area - not go all the way up to the knees.
What are my options? And I hate to say it... but multicam would be nice. 
Really any earth color will do, and I'm willing to pay for quality - I'll be using these a lot if I like them. ETA: OR has a few that may work - http://www.outdoorresearch.com/en/or-gear/gaiters/trail/rocky-mtn-low-gaiters-1.html |
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Tron, those look pretty good. Any tips on the sizing? Try them on in the store  . I'm not sure how the sizing works. I wear a size 10.5 shoe, and the large gaiters work perfectly. The only tip I have is to use some kind of super (cyanoacryllate) glue to attach the 3M velcro piece to the back of your shoe.
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Tron, those look pretty good. Any tips on the sizing? Try them on in the store . I'm not sure how the sizing works. I wear a size 10.5 shoe, and the large gaiters work perfectly. The only tip I have is to use some kind of super (cyanoacryllate) glue to attach the 3M velcro piece to the back of your shoe.Trying them on is not really an option but your shoe size gives me a place to start. I wear a 12. Thanks for the info. |
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fyi
http://www.texashuntco.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductID=22 Made by Texas Hunt Co. (A divison of Spec.-Ops.) |
| I bought some British anklets for a few bucks from one of the surplus sites. They work well. They're made of a thick canvas and are a a very green shade of khaki. You can also find some of the old U.S. military leggings at some stores. Gaiters/leggings can also be found at places that sell to reenactors, although they are usually white, but you can dye them whatever colour you want. |
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Gaiters are a weight-saving alternative to high, heavy boots. Every ounce you take off your feet makes a BIG difference at the end of the day. Unless it is REALLY cold, give some thought to Gore-Tex gaiters, as in warmer temps, your lower legs will sweat quite a bit if the material is impermeable. If you will be moving through anything like brush, try to ensure that the outer layer of material is pretty tough stuff. Most of the GI cotton gaiters are sized for really thin legs, especially the earlier items, and most of them were a royal PITA to don and doff. No zippers on 'em back then...... |
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