{"title":"Waterproof Gaiters","description":"\u003cp\u003eMud, rain, scree and spindrift don’t knock first. Gaiters are how you draw a line and keep walking. Gaiters dont just keep you're feet dry. They keep mud, rock, grit and debris out of your shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpkit gaiters are built for wet moorland, rough paths, wind-driven rain and long hours on your feet. No over-complication. No gimmicks. Just dependable protection that does its job quietly, mile after mile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy wear gaiters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s a point where conditions stop being “part of the day” and start slowing you down.\u003cbr\u003eWater creeping in through the top of your boots. Grit rubbing every step. Peat trying to steal your socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaiters are a simple fix. They seal the gap between leg and boot, keeping water, mud, snow and debris where they belong. Outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep water out of boots\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stops rain and surface water running straight inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlock mud, grit and snow\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fewer hotspots, less irritation over long days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet you keep moving\u003c\/strong\u003e – Less stopping, warmer feet, steadier momentum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd protection without bulk\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lightweight, packable, easy to forget you’re wearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for British hills, long days, and weather that rarely plays fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/develop\/gaiter-range-launch\"\u003eHiking Gaiters for Protection and Performance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/develop\/how-often-do-you-wash-your-socks\"\u003eHow Polygiene helps you save water and wash your kit less\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/develop\/microfibres-research\"\u003eMicrofibres And The Use Of Plastic In Our Clothing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"colca-hiking-gaiter","title":"Colca","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeather bashing, bog trotting, bracken thrashing, ford hopping – adventures rarely involve dry ankles. The Colca gaiters keep your trousers dry and your feet peat-free when you’re out in the hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwearing Cordura® lower sections and tough TPU straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and breathable 3-layer waterproof fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length tapered fit that doesn’t drag or catch as you walk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colca use a 3-layer breathable waterproof fabric to keep your legs dry without getting too sweaty. And the lower sections are made from highly abrasion resistant ballistic Cordura® to reinforce this high wear area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve always hated walking in baggy gaiters with an elasticated middle and straps dangling everywhere. We’ve designed the Colca with a slightly tapered cut that fits neatly over your calves. This reduces excess fabric so your gaiters don’t get in the way as you walk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA front Velcro closure makes the Colca easy to put on. And they’re held in place by an adjustable webbing strap. The underfoot strap is made from hard-wearing – bar-tacked for durability – with a stainless steel buckle and lace hook to hold your gaiters in place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"open","offers":[{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":31072095993961,"sku":"TCAKCOLCA-MED-BLK","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Black","offer_id":31072096452713,"sku":"TCAKCOLCA-LRG-BLK","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/products\/colca-1.jpg?v=1642173005"},{"product_id":"logar-walking-gaiters","title":"Logar","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Logar are simple walking gaiters to take you through thick mud, deep bog and damp undergrowth without soggy trousers and boots full of bog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and breathable 3-layer waterproof fabric \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable 600D polyester ankle section and a tough TPU strap \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length tapered fit that doesn’t drag or catch as you walk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for countryside, moorland, and low-level hill walking, the Logar combine lightweight fabrics with a simple and neat full-length design. The uppers are made from a reliable 3-layer waterproof fabric that keeps you dry up to your shins, but is still breathable enough to stop you getting too sweaty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve used durable materials in the lower section to reinforce the higher wear areas. The ankle section is made from a hardwearing 600D polyester that’s PU-backed to make it fully waterproof. And the fit around your boot can be adjusted with a tough TPU strap and stainless-steel buckle. The Logar can be pulled on quickly with a Velcro closure and lace hook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve always hated walking in baggy gaiters with dangling straps and elastic that’s either too tight or too loose. The Logar are cut to have a slim profile that follows the shape of your calves and doesn’t get in the way as you walk. An adjustable webbing strap holds the gaiters in place without digging in. And we’ve added simple loops to tuck the straps out the way so they don’t catch or get under your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"open","offers":[{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":39607571349609,"sku":"TCAKLOGAR-MED-BLK","price":31.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large \/ Black","offer_id":39607571316841,"sku":"TCAKLOGAR-LRG-BLK","price":31.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/products\/logar-1.jpg?v=1642423273"},{"product_id":"makta-walking-gaiters","title":"Matka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matka are our toughest gaiters, designed for trudging through deep powder, traversing boulder fields or climbing icy slopes with crampons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable materials and kevlar-reinforced insteps for crampon protection \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathable waterproof uppers made from reliable 3-layer fabric \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh volume to fit over larger boots with a slim tapered cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matka have been designed to take a beating, whatever the mountains throw at you. The bottom sections are made from super abrasion and tear resistant 1000D Cordura® nylon. And the insteps have been reinforced with Kevlar to withstand stray crampon spikes. The upper section is made from a tough 300D 3-layer waterproof fabric, providing breathability where you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA higher volume lower section fits over bulkier winter boots, sealing out snow and water. And, like the rest of our gaiters, a full-length cut and carefully tapered fit reduces any excess fabric so you don’t catch them as you walk. We’ve also added simple loops to tidy away any straps that could get caught under your feet – essential on exposed routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matka have a strong Velcro closure that’s easy to put on and tough TPU underfoot straps with stainless steel buckles. 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