Gaiters for snowshoeing

Have you looked into the Verglas Gaiters from OR. They are kind of between the Rocky's and the Crocs. Pertex Shield instead of Gore Tex, but still waterproof.

I was looking for some high ones too. Settled on the Verglas based on price and reviews, waiting for the REI Dividend Sale to get them.
Duane

I have the Verglas gaiters and have worn them snowshoeing and in all four seasons when I volunteer with SAR. I think they're great but they don't breathe at all. I fully admit that I'm not much of a fabric guy and I didn't realize the uppers were made out of Pertex until I read this thread. Maybe that wasn't the case when I bought them a few years ago so ymmv.

Ian I am not sure if they were always Pertex Shield, but based on all the specs I have seen at REI and OR recently has been this.

The Verglas work for me too.
I am pretty sure that I intended to buy the Crocodiles, don't know how I ended up with the Verglas, probably because of the weight .

maybe it was my blue period…

I picked up a pair of OR Endurance gaiters this fall and have used them a bunch for snowshoeing, little lower than the tall ones, but still tall enough to get the job done (I got plenty of opportunity to wade through deep powder this past winter). Very well constructed, not ultralight, but pretty light for as tough as they are. Easy to get on/off as well.

I also recently ordered a pair of their Huron gaiters for really cold weather, they have neoprene in the lower section of the gaiter to provide a little warmth- haven't tried them, but they are also very well constructed. They'll have to wait until next year I'm pretty sure.

Mike,

I like OR gaiters and Cabela's have a bunch, most in camo. Likely LL Bean would have some.

The Huron gaiters sound warm. Regular uninsulated gaiters add at least 15 degrees F. to foot warmth. Test this by sitting at a campfire in winter and removing just ONE gaiter. Wait 20 minutes or less, depending on temps, and see the difference.

I use some MHW gaiters, they work good.

But having recently gotten a pair of boots with integrated gaiters (scarpa phantum guides)…They're awesome! So much better than regular gaiters. Less faff, less gear, more warmth.

Boots with integrated gaiters I've been looking at have all been mountaineering boots admittedly, so the price and weight are quite high.

Anyone use the MLD Lightsnow gaiters? So light

I use the OR Crocodiles. They are heavy and goretex, don't breathe well, but I still like them. They fit well and are extremely durable. I beat the crap out of them and they have taken no damage.

Thanks. Sounds like the verglas gaiters would be a better option for me than the crocs if I go the waterproof route. Does anyone have opinions on the rocky mountain highs?

Those OR Endurance and MLD gaiters look like interesting options as well.