Trekmates Strap Gaiter

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Take your actual body measurements as they are more accurate than measuring over your clothes or shoes. I had an instep strap give out while I was hiking. Before I could replace it I noticed that the gaiters worked just as well without it. Since then I have continued to use these gaiters with no instep strap. A company best known for its traction products, Kahtoola has some compelling gaiter options. I tested the INSTAgaiter Low, an ultralight ankle gaiter intended for hiking and trail running. These feature a DWR-coated stretch nylon/polyurethane blend fabric (with four color options) that provide spectacular low-fit coverage. A side-closure YKK zipper, toggled elastic top cinch, plastic lace hook that works with D-rings, and hard plastic adjustable DuraLink instep strap are integrated to fit them securely. Kahtoola offers a 1,000-mile warranty on the DuraLink instep strap. Kate Riley

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My hiking partner and I tested six gaiters of various styles in the rugged wilderness of Northern New York. I’m surprised to say we preferred gaiters that can be taken on and off while leaving your shoes or boots on. This way there’s no extra step to remember before putting shoes on, the gaiters are easier to handle while muddy or wet, and there’s no need for a heel attachment point. Keep in mind that gaiters with instep straps, zippers, or Velcro do present a durability issue for extended periods of use. Any proper gear closet should include at least one pair of hiking gaiters. This kit includes a pair of replaceable under-boot straps for ONE PLANET gaiters. The hard-wearing webbing is TPU-coated (thermal polyurethane) and simple to replace. Unthread the worn-out straps, feed the new ones in, then cut off any excess by trimming to size. Then it’s time to head out bush! I haven’t tried this, but I remember reading somewhere about adventure racers who would drill a horizontal hole through the sole (or maybe midsole) of the shoe. Thread the gaiter strap though the hole and the outer sole of the shoe protects it. If you have an eyelet each side, just feed the bungee cord through from the inside and tie a large knot on the outside. This lets the edge of the gaiter get close to the ground.I love my low gaiters but I don’t love replacing the instep string/strap every 100 miles. I recall someone saying that they put the string around the heel of the shoe, but has anyone found other answers?

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I like the results of my experiments drilling holes through the midsole, but the straps still fail via abrasion when in rough terrain. The main body of the gaiter is constructed out of 15D eVENT fabric that provides waterproof and breathable protection. This gaiter is claimed to last most users one full thru-hike, and although durability is evident, this wouldn’t be my first choice for maintained trails or for trail running. The taller height did provide respite on days traveling through dense overgrowth, rain, and deep mud. However, in our experience, the top elastic circled the widest part of the calf in a way that became uncomfortable with long periods of use. As such, this is a great lightweight option for hikers traveling shorter distances, possibly with pants, and are looking for a gaiter that can be easily used with boots or low shoes. Things to Consider Before Buying the Best Hiking Gaiters FootwearErik and Felipe’s much-anticipated trip to Torres del Paine has finally arrived, but now if they are...