Post by: vandeman17 on June 09, 2022, 09:12:03 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on June 09, 2022, 09:17:08 AM
Post by: Stein on June 09, 2022, 09:19:25 AM
Gaiters aren't something I get too worked up about.
Post by: vandeman17 on June 09, 2022, 09:26:20 AM
I have a pair of OR gaiters and have used some variety of OR for 30 years. They do what they are supposed to and last a long time.
Gaiters aren't something I get too worked up about.
I am one that always is tinkering with gear to find what I like and what works for me. Gaiters are important for my late season hunts as it feels like they tend to be more in wet snow or even rain versus back in the day when it was almost always powdery snow.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on June 09, 2022, 09:39:46 AM
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Post by: johnbmyersii on June 09, 2022, 02:50:06 PM
My first lite gaiters are holding up well. Never had any issues with them.
X2. Put hundreds of miles on mine without any noticeable wear
Post by: jbeaumont21 on June 09, 2022, 06:06:55 PM
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Post by: highcountry_hunter on June 09, 2022, 08:51:38 PM
I have been using the Kenetreks for a while and got a new pair last year... the new ones aren't near as good as the older version... a little disapointed.
I agree. I’m thinking about trying to put some sort of draw string around and through the top of them. Put on 7 miles in a rain storm the other day and the weight of my wet pants was pushing my gaitors down my shins.
Post by: BKMFR on June 09, 2022, 08:53:48 PM
Post by: JakeLand on June 09, 2022, 09:40:52 PM
Post by: teanawayslayer on June 09, 2022, 09:42:15 PM
Kuiu Yukons for the win !x2
Post by: OltHunter on June 10, 2022, 06:19:57 AM
Check out Stone Glaciers. Made in USA and their Velcro system to custom fit around your leg is a game changer for me. Replaceable bottom strap material should it wear out. These will be the only ones I will recommend going forward.
Post by: millerwheeler on June 10, 2022, 06:42:39 AM
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Post by: vandeman17 on June 10, 2022, 07:53:58 AM
I have been using the Kenetreks for a while and got a new pair last year... the new ones aren't near as good as the older version... a little disapointed.
I agree. I’m thinking about trying to put some sort of draw string around and through the top of them. Put on 7 miles in a rain storm the other day and the weight of my wet pants was pushing my gaitors down my shins.
This was my exactly complaint for mine too. Can never keep them up where they should be even when cinched as tight as they go
Post by: OltHunter on June 10, 2022, 08:00:47 AM
I have been using the Kenetreks for a while and got a new pair last year... the new ones aren't near as good as the older version... a little disapointed.
I agree. I’m thinking about trying to put some sort of draw string around and through the top of them. Put on 7 miles in a rain storm the other day and the weight of my wet pants was pushing my gaitors down my shins.
This was my exactly complaint for mine too. Can never keep them up where they should be even when cinched as tight as they go
Stone Glaciers are the only ones that don't do that for me.
Post by: Doublelunger on June 10, 2022, 08:13:11 AM
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Post by: millerwheeler on July 06, 2022, 11:04:31 AM
I have a gaiter question few you guys suggesting brands. I have a pair of old core 4 elements and they swet/condensate really bad do all of them do it or are some better than others?
I believe all are different in my opinion
Post by: Okanagan on July 06, 2022, 12:36:26 PM
I often wear gaiters inside my pant legs, especially if the gaiters are noisy and I am hunting. Also, when it is raining or I’m in wet brush, having pant legs outside the gaiters keeps my boots much drier. Wet pant legs inside the gaiters drain water inside the gaiter and into boot tops. Pant legs outside the gaiter shed water outside the gaiter.
Big calves here, never had trouble with a gaiter staying up.
Post by: Sliverslinger on July 06, 2022, 12:42:03 PM
Post by: JakeLand on July 06, 2022, 05:28:50 PM
Absolutely love my Kuiu Yukon gaiters and I work em hard year round. I’ve never tried anything else though, because I’ve never wanted anything more than what I get from them.same here and I’ve tried darn near every brand out there and Yukons are my go to year round even when wearing shorts in somer I carry to be able to get through nasty stuff
Post by: teanawayslayer on July 06, 2022, 06:03:11 PM
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Post by: jbeaumont21 on July 06, 2022, 07:45:33 PM
I have a gaiter question few you guys suggesting brands. I have a pair of old core 4 elements and they swet/condensate really bad do all of them do it or are some better than others?
Check out the Kuiu Scree gaitors if you want something light weight and breathable. Otherwise I would say yes, the heavier, sturdier gaitors are going to make you sweat more and trap in moisture. In my experience anything that is waterproof is not breathable.
https://www.kuiu.com/products/kuiu-scree-gaiters-gunmetal?variant=40340389560478
Post by: Shawn Ryan on July 25, 2022, 09:35:30 PM
Anybody every use that type design hunting? Ever solve the problem of staying dry on a 10-day wet backpack hunting trip?
Post by: KFhunter on July 25, 2022, 10:11:41 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on July 25, 2022, 10:37:05 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on July 26, 2022, 08:57:54 AM
I've wondered how come gaiter makers don't bring the material down over the end laces/toe area. No matter the boot or gaiter, after 5-10 days in constantly wet weather, walking through wet brush, my boots wet out. Like Okanogan said, I wear the gaiters under my pants to shed water. My buddy and I have "designed" better gaiters--really boot covers--in conversation, but have not implemented the design. I've looked at various super gaiters designed for mountaineering. They incorporate rubber rands that hug the boot just above the tread. They are usually designed for super cold temps, not wet.
Anybody every use that type design hunting? Ever solve the problem of staying dry on a 10-day wet backpack hunting trip?
Gaiters under your pants. Interesting... Does it not rub your legs?
I have often wondered why a company doesn't have pants that have some kind of system set up to add gaiters to. Some kind of attachment system just below the knee so that they stay up and fit correct
Post by: KFhunter on July 26, 2022, 09:00:36 AM
If you normally wear a 32 inseam, order a 36!
Post by: vandeman17 on July 26, 2022, 09:02:42 AM
be easy to do, sew on a loop at the bottom of your pants and use a blousing strap above your calf - voila! :chuckle:
If you normally wear a 32 inseam, order a 36!
Seems to me it would be an easy way to have people buy your product versus a competitor
Post by: Shawn Ryan on July 26, 2022, 09:15:16 AM
Gaiters under your pants. Interesting... Does it not rub your legs?
Yes, but not that bothersome.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 26, 2022, 12:54:19 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on July 26, 2022, 01:33:30 PM
Or pump out some calf raises ya chicken legs :chuckle:
Touchy subject.... :boxin:
Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 26, 2022, 01:50:58 PM
🤣🤣🤣 reminds me of a bro science video :chuckle:Or pump out some calf raises ya chicken legs :chuckle:
Touchy subject.... :boxin:
Post by: vandeman17 on July 26, 2022, 02:14:44 PM
🤣🤣🤣 reminds me of a bro science video :chuckle:Or pump out some calf raises ya chicken legs :chuckle:
Touchy subject.... :boxin:
:chuckle:
Post by: lewy on July 26, 2022, 03:59:41 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on September 27, 2022, 05:59:26 PM
I just picked up some of the black ovis gaiters on sale guess we'll see how they are.alright I've worn 3 or 4 times and blew out the stitching in them already.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on September 27, 2022, 09:07:30 PM
OR for the win.hmmm.....seems like someone told you what to buy and you didn't listen :chuckle:
Post by: Bushcraft on September 27, 2022, 09:56:37 PM
I've been running KUIU's for hunting and they're good for 2-3 seasons depending on your mileage.
Don't sweat the choice. They're a high wear attrition item that's constantly being rubbed by brush, rocks, occasional crampon rash and normal backcountry use.
Use 'em until you need to toss 'em or give 'em to a new hunter or kiddo before they're too far gone.
Post by: D-Rock425 on September 28, 2022, 11:06:38 AM
:DOH:OR for the win.hmmm.....seems like someone told you what to buy and you didn't listen :chuckle:
Post by: northwesthunter84 on September 28, 2022, 01:16:15 PM