Sportee Gaiters

Comments about Black Diamond Sportee Gaiters:

These gaiters perform superbly. After 10 hours of trudging up, then down Washington's Mount St. Helens, through sand, scree, ash and rock, I didn't have so much as a single pebble in my boots. One of my favorite features - not found with other brands' models - is the adjustable neoprene boot strap that securely holds these gaiters in place. Other models use a simple lace and eyelet system - this would have quickly worn through on the sharp volcanic rock I was scrambling over. The heavyweight nylon is sturdy yet lightweight, and the water repellant coating helps keep the socks dry. Velcro seams with top and bottom snap-buttons offer easy in-and-out, and an adjustable shock-cord lets you cinch them up to your own comfort. Only minutes after I put them on I completely forgot that I was even wearing them. These will be a welcome addition to my repertoire of hiking apparel, and I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in keeping those annoying trail pebbles out of their boots.

Comments about Black Diamond Sportee Gaiters:

Thank you Black Diamond for making a serious short gaiter. I routinely hike off-trail on volcanic scree among cactus and other prickly stuff. The rubberized instep strap stands up to rough rock underfoot and the Cordura tops deflect brushy-thorny-clingy ankle-biters. Most other low gaiters would shred in a few wearings.