Need New Gaiters

[Tpoko1623]

For guys with skinny calves nice fitting gaiters are hard to come by. Kuiu kutana work and so do Ram rivers from outdoor vision

 

[MBAlex]

OR crocs have held up well into their second season

 

[Bluumoon]

I have a pair of Kuiu Chucaghs that are 10 years old and hanging on by a thread. They've been to the repair shop a half a dozen times over the years for strap replacements and patches, but I realistically should have replaced them 2-3 years ago. They are fully delaminated.

Anyway, interested in a good balance of breathability (my feet get HOT) and durability (local terrain is rugged). I tend to only wear them when its wet out.

Looking at the Stone Glacier gaiters vs. the Kuiu Yukons. I like the strap design on the SGs, but concerned a bit about the breathability. I've had some issues with Kuiu's straps breaking underfoot and wearing at the stitching points. Of course, I continue to be surprised my old ones have lasted for as long as they did even with repairs. I should reasonably expect 3-4 seasons out of a pair given the use and assume some level quality decline from modern Kuiu vs. 2014.

Any strong opinions?

I have a pair of Kuiu Yukons and are pair of the T&K gaiters. The Kuiu are more comfortable and lighter, the T&Ks are bomb proof.

If you want to try either let me know, I’ll be passing through Durango tomorrow and Saturday.

 

[Alpine4x4]

For guys with skinny calves nice fitting gaiters are hard to come by. Kuiu kutana work and so do Ram rivers from outdoor vision

Yeah the Kutanas run a tad small imo. I have them and over a size 13 boot and moderate sized calves they are at their limit. Thinking of trying the Yukon, but I like how light the Kutanas are for early season brush busting.

 

[coleman]

Another vote for Ape gaiters

 

[5MilesBack]

I've been using Yukons for several years now, no problems. I wear them all day every day for hunting. They're the best I've tried.

 

[snowcamoman]

Does the Ape gaiters fabric have any stretch to it? I've found that the Kuiu's stretch fabrics really seal up against my legs and help keep water out when wading creeks. Ice burned through a couple sets of Yukon's over the v years and used the Kutana's last season with excellent results. The Ape's look interesting though

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