[Patrapper01]

That’s funny, but true!

Yeah I got lazy & didn't tighten the buckle when I switched to my lighter boots and found out the hard way stepping over a limb covered dead fall

 

[RyanR]

I have a rattlesnake hunt planned for next summer so I am thinking a duel purpose snake proof might be the ticket? Are the snake proofs much noisier or heavier?

If you want to wear them for general hunting in the fall/winter or anywhere you're not in snake country, go with the non-snake proof gaiters because they're much more comfortable. For hunting in snake country when they're active, get a pair of snake-proof gaiters. I am actually now ordering a pair of snake-proof because of where I train sometimes we have snakes and apparently we had a rattler show up during a hunt test.

 

[Bramble]

I have been thinking of getting a pair of gaiters too. I have about 3 pairs of brush chaps 2 pairs are 1000 denier nylon which are pretty comfortable, but not snake proof. One pair is snake proof which if you are going to walk a long time in them will start to rub. Am I correct in assuming the gaiters stop below the knees? I saw where some of them will stop water from going inside of them when crossing streams, is this true?

 

[rugered]

I have a pair of Pike Trail (not snake proof) that I picked up off of Amazon. They have held up pretty well and are very comfortable. This was probably mentioned but keeping ticks out is a huge advantage. Mine are light weight and I really don't even notice them on.

 

[dpms]

I have a pair of Pike Trail (not snake proof) that I picked up off of Amazon. They have held up pretty well and are very comfortable. This was probably mentioned but keeping ticks out is a huge advantage. Mine are light weight and I really don't even notice them on.

I saw that those are a bit less $ than many of the others. Are they relatively quiet when walking through brush or when your legs rub together?

 

[Vonfoust]

I have two pairs of cheaper ones off Amazon. I rarely wear them, just too lazy I guess. I never felt they really made much difference and just one more thing to put on.

 

[dce]

I have some snake gaiters that I always wear in certain areas when it's warm.They offer a piece of mind but they aren't comfortable.I think chaps would be better.

 

[RyanR]

I have been thinking of getting a pair of gaiters too. I have about 3 pairs of brush chaps 2 pairs are 1000 denier nylon which are pretty comfortable, but not snake proof. One pair is snake proof which if you are going to walk a long time in them will start to rub. Am I correct in assuming the gaiters stop below the knees? I saw where some of them will stop water from going inside of them when crossing streams, is this true?

Yes, just below the knee and yes, you snug them good at the top to help keep water out. You can't exactly go wading in them for an extended period and expect to be dry but they're great for stream crossings.

 

[archerymaniac72]

I have never really thought about wearing gators before but after reading this I may have to look into them.

 

[bigbear]

I would suggest a pair to hunt and a pair to snake hunt in. Dual purpose won't be comfortable in my opinion. Outdoor research are great.

 

[Lycomingflyfisher]

Gators are awesome in wet conditions and really help keep your boots and pants dry. If they fit right, you can cross shallow creeks and the help protect your boot and lower pants. I have kennetreks and outdoor research crocs. The or model is bombproof.

Get separate snake gators.

 

[rugered]

I saw that those are a bit less $ than many of the others. Are they relatively quiet when walking through brush or when your legs rub together?

They are the nylon like brush pants. I don't find them to be noisy.

 

[Caleb A]

I use FIrstlite Brambler gaiters. Keep pant legs out of the way from being snagged and ripped, keeps boot laces protected/tied, can ford streams about knee deep without water entering boots, in wet/snowy conditions - boots and legs stay dry. I wear a small light weight pair of Outdoor Research gaiters for hiking/trail running to keep sticks/stones/sand out of trail runners in summer time when hiking.

 

[Fairchild #17]

I paid $33 for these last week.

Amazon.com: Kenetrek Hunting Gaiter, Loden Green, Large : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com: Kenetrek Hunting Gaiter, Loden Green, Large : Sports & Outdoors

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