Rocky Mountain High Gaiters (Packcloth)

 

Rocky Mountain High Gaiters (Packcloth)
Page Type Gear Review
Object Title Rocky Mountain High Gaiters (Packcloth)
Manufacturer Outdoor Research
Page By Alan Ellis
Page Type Nov 13, 2004 / Jan 20, 2007
Object ID 1165
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The uncoated packcloth leg section deflects moisture and shields your shins when pushing through dense undergrowth. A coated packcloth foot section and an elastic bottom edge prevent snow, mud, and debris from entering your boot. The 1 inch wide Velcro® front closure allows you to put this gaiter on quickly when it’s needed. The top closure uses a webbing strap and low-profile cam buckle to keep a positive seal without restricting circulation.



Features:

+ Uncoated 8 oz. packcloth upper section

+ Coated 8 oz. packcloth lower section

+ 1"-wide Velcro® front closure

+ Boot lace hook and snap at bottom

+ Strap and cam buckle top closure

+ Elastic bottom edge

+ Nylon instep lace provided



INTENDED USAGE:

+ Hiking and x-c ski boots

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Alan Ellis - Nov 13, 2004 9:07 pm - Voted 4/5

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For the price, these gaiters do the job. Since they are not totally waterproof, they're best with snowshoes or skies in snow. For hiking or bushwacking in dry weather, they're great. They come in four sizes, so make sure you take your boots to the store when purchasing to get the right fit.
Downs: Not waterproof and the front boot hook sometimes comes undone.

Trevor Simmons - Dec 8, 2004 5:52 pm - Voted 4/5

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I am reviewing the OR Rocky Mountain High gaitors (Gore-Tex). These gaitors have proven to be very reliable at keeping me dry despite wet conditions. However, they are not idea for winter use. The reinforcements by the ankle are a bit thin for potential encounters with crampons, and I have a tough time getting them to fit over my Koflach Degre boots. For summer use in tall, wet grass, they can't be beat! The Gore Tex model cost $45.

OJ Loenneker - Oct 18, 2009 12:27 am - Voted 4/5

I got em...
I have a pair of these, and they seem to work fine for what I do with them. They are not water proof on the lower sections, but that part is on the boot area, so it does not bother me. Mine are different from the ones pictured above, in that they have a buckle strap under the foot rather than the cord. I don't know if that is a new feature. Mine are about 5-6 years old now, so perhaps they all have that buckle feature.

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