Gaiters : What Are They & How To Choose the Right One

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Gaiters Their Types
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What is Gaiters?

• As per Wikipedia Gaiters are garments worn over
  the shoe and lower pants leg, and used primarily
  as personal protective equipment.
• Gaiters are the perfect companion for your boots
  to keep unwanted snow, water, and debris out.
• A gaiter protects your clothing and your body
  during dirty, wet or snowy outdoor activities.
• It should be considered as an essential item for
  any winter travel, hiking or climbs.

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Types of Gaiters

• There are a variety of gaiters that can be
  selected depending on your activity.
• Trail gaiters
• Alpine gaiters
• Expedition Gaiters
• Women's gaiters
• Backpacking gaiters

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Trail Gaiters

• These gaiters are lightweight and breathable.
• They gives basic protection against rocks, grit
  and light rain while on mild-weather excursions.
• Among trail gaiters, there are short gaiters and
  long gaiters. The height of the gaiters you
  choose depends on how much protection you need.

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Alpine Gaiters

• These are designed for all-round hiking,
  Snowshoeing, mountaineering and cross-country
  skiing.
• These gaiters are taller which provide better
  protection for deep snow environments.
• The upper lower portions are made from
  different materials to increase waterproofing and
  durability.

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Expedition Gaiters

• These gaiters provide heavy-duty protection and
  add insulation for extended mountaineering trips
  in harsh conditions.
• They are very similar to the alpine style except
  in insulation and fit.
• An expedition gaiter has a layer of insulation
  built into it for added cold-weather protection.
• The cut for expedition gaiters is wider, allowing
  for more layering to happen underneath them.

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Women's Gaiters

• Womens Gaiters can fall in any of the above
  categories.
• Women's styles are typically shorter in height.
• They are light weighted durable.

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Backpacking Gaiters

• Backpacking gaiters are short, lightweight, and
  breathable.
• The main idea behind that is keeping rock,
  debris, and minor snow and rain out of your
  boots.
• The material used for that is thin so you won't
  even remember you are wearing them.

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