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Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High Gaiters

Hiking & Camping > GaitersRated: **** by 6 reviews. Also available for: Men

Berg's Ski Shop

The Outdoor Research Women's Rocky Gaiters will keep your feet dry as you walk through majestic mountains. Designed specifically for women, these gaiters feature increased volume in the calf and a shorter overall length.
The uncoated packcloth upper resists brush and wetness without limiting breathability. A coated packcloth boot lower and an elastic bottom edge prevent snow, mud, and debris from entering your boot. Perfect if you don't go out that often and just need something to keep the snow or rocks out of your boots. Lightweight and breathable.
Features:
  • INTENDED USAGE:
  • Light snow and debris protection for hiking, backpacking, and cross country ski boots
  • Uncoated 8 oz. packcloth leg section
  • Coated 8 oz. packcloth boot section
  • Strap and cam buckle top closure
  • 1-inch wide hook/loop front closure
  • Hook/loop shear tab at bottom of front closure prevents separation
  • Elastic bottom edge
  • Double-riveted boot lace hook
  • Hypalon®  instep strap
  • Avg. weight: 6.5 oz./184 g (size M, per pair)
  • Fitting Gaiters:
  • Wrap gaiter around leg and boot top with flower logo on outside of ankle
  • Close hook/loop and fasten snap
  • Attach hook through boot laces
  • Tighten top strap and cam buckle
  • Place instep lace under foot, tie to inside then to outside grommets

Mountain Gear

Get ready for snowy or muddy weather in the high country or around your own wintry neighborhood with the Rocky Mountain High Gaiter from Outdoor Research that has a breathable, uncoated packcloth upper and a polyurethane-coated lower section to provide protection from wet conditions. Keep this gaiter in place by hooking the double-riveted boot lace hook to your laces and the Hypalon instep strap beneath your arch while elastic edges at the top and bottom seal out unwanted moisture and debris. Specifications based on size Medium.

Features:

  • Fastens with a strap and cam buckle top closure and 1-inch wide hook-and-loop front closure; hook-and loop shear tabs at the top and bottom of the front closure keep the gaiter sealed
  • Keep your gaiter in place with the Hypalon instep strap, elastic bottom and top edges, and double-riveted boot lace hook
  • Protect your ankles from wet conditions or abrasion from rocks and brush with uncoated 8-ounce packcloth fabric in the leg and polyurethane-coated packcloth in the boot section

REI

Simple and lightweight, yet they do the job. The Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High gaiters™ are the perfect choice for hikers, backpackers and cross-country skiers.

  • Coated-nylon lower section covers top of boots and provides water resistance, while uncoated upper section allows breathability
  • Wide 1 in. rip-and-stick front closure for easy on and off; rip-and-stick tab at the bottom of front closure prevents separation while in use
  • Top closes with a strap and flat buckle that's comfortable even if used against bare skin when wearing shorts
  • Elastic bottom hem accommodates a wide variety of boot styles
  • Finished with a heavy-duty boot lace hook and a Hypalon® instep strap
  • Small fits men's sizes 4 - 7 and women's 5.5 - 8.5
  • Medium fits men's sizes 6 - 9 and women's 7.5 - 10.5
  • Large fits men's sizes 8 - 11 and women's 9.5 - 12.5
  • X Large fits men's sizes 10 - 13 and women's 11.5 and up


Altrec

Providing breathable protection from rocks, dirt, and snow, the Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High Gaiters™ for Women are ideal for backpacking, hiking, or wintertime snowsports. An uncoated packcloth leg section offers maximum breathability, while a coated lower boot section and elastic bottom edge prevent debris, scree, or snow from sneaking into your boot. A double-riveted boot lace hook and Hypalon® instep strap keep your gaiters where they belong and your socks nice and clean.

Features:

  • Breathable, rugged packcloth protection
  • Coated 8 oz. packcloth boot section
  • Double-riveted boot lace hook
  • Elastic bottom edge
  • Hook/loop shear tab at bottom of front closure prevents separation
  • Hypalon instep strapV.3oz / 177g
  • Ideal Uses: Light snow and debris protection for hiking, backpacking, and cross country ski boots
  • Strap and cam buckle top closureQ-inch wide hook/loop front closure
  • Uncoated 8 oz. packcloth leg section

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High Gaiters will keep your feet dry as you hike on to your new adventure.  OR designed these gaiters to lock out heavy debris.   
Hike or ski through gnarly debris and deep powder snow; the boot-lace hooks and snaps keep the gaiters securely attached to your footwear, and nylon instep laces prevent the Rocky Mountain High Gaiters from riding up your hiking boots or Nordic ski boots.

Features:

  • Coated 8 oz packcloth boot section
  • Double riveted boot lace hook
  • Elastic bottom edge
  • Hook/loop shear tab at bottom of front closure prevents separation
  • Hypalon instep strap
  • Strap and cam buckle top closureQ" wide hook/loop front closure
  • Uncoated 8 oz packcloth leg section

Backcountry.com

Keep snow, mud, and other trail debris from sneaking into your nice dry boots with the Outdoor Research Women’s Rocky Mountain High Gaiter. Thanks to the coated packcloth lower section and an elastic cuff, quick creek crossings, snowdrift postholing, and mudded out trails won’t be a problem. An underfoot strap and lace hook keep the gaiter secure, and a hook-and-loop front closure make for easy on and off.


SummitHut.com

The Women's Rocky Mountian High Gaiters from Outdoor Research are perfect for protection from light snow and debris when backpacking, hiking and cross country skiing.

Features:

  • Coated 8 oz. packcloth boot section
  • Double-riveted boot lace hook
  • Elastic bottom edge
  • Hook/loop shear tab at bottom of front closure prevents separation
  • Hypalon® instep strap
  • Strap and cam buckle top closureQ inch wide hook/loop front closure
  • Uncoated 8 oz. packcloth leg section

Oregon Mountain Community

Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High Gaiters: The uncoated packcloth upper resists brush and wetness without limiting breathability. A coated packcloth boot lower and an elastic bottom edge prevent snow, mud, and debris from entering your boot.

Features:

  • Boot lace hook and snap at bottom
  • Elastic bottom edge
  • Nylon instep cords provided
  • Strap and cam buckle top closureQ-inch wide hook/loop front closure

Appalachain Outdoors

The uncoated packcloth upper of these gaiters from Outdoor Research resists brush and wetness without limiting breathability for added comfort.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Attachment:Under-foot strap, lace hook
Closure:1in hook-and-loop w/ strap-and-cam buckle top closure
Gaiter height:15.75 inches
Gender:Unisex
Length:Over the calf
Lower material:Coated-nylon packcloth
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:Nylon packcloth
Materials:8oz packcloth - coated and uncoated
Recommended Use:Backpacking, hiking, cross-country skiing
SKU:61121
Upper material:Nylon packcloth
Venting:No
Warranty:Infinite
Weight:[Pair] 6.3oz (179g)
Weight per pair:6.3 ounces

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Legend

  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - REI
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Berg's Ski Shop
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors

Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High Gaiters Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

First time was a charm

Rating:*****
My first pair of gaiters, so I might be a little naive.... But I love these! I wore them backpacking in the Olympics (Mtn range in WA) last weekend and they were awesome. I wore them with shorts on and they were really comfortable against my bare skin. They stay in place excellently. I hate to wear pants when backpacking because I get too hot, especially when hitting extending switchbacks. These are the perfect solution. Shorts to keep you cool but these full length gaiters to protect the lower legs and boots from rain, dirt, rocks, etc. It POURED rain on us and these still prevented the water from pouring down my leg and into my boots. My feet were completely dry after a 4 hour slog to the campsite.
nwskiscubahiker at REI on 09/11/2009

Hiking in the tropics

Rating:****
The top adjustable strap, when drawn tight, has no "keeper" to hold the extra length, which subsequently tends to flap around.

The extra velcro tab at the ankle which keeps the velcro fastener closed is an excellent addition.

These gaiters are excellent for use in the long wet grass and bush so abundant in the rainy season in the tropics. In addition they prevent grass seeds, mud, etc from getting into ones boots. which is a problem with the usual high wellington boots.
Judith, tropical hiker at REI on 09/22/2009

Nice, but fit VERY tight

Rating:****
I bought a size large to put over my Sorels (9D) when snowshoeing. I should have bought a larger size. They barely fit, and that was with a slight struggle. I could not fit them over insulated snow pants. Other than that, they worked great, kept snow out of the boots and my tootsies dry and warm.
Tangsoous at REI on 06/22/2009

so far so good

Rating:****
So far these have only accompanied me on one trip to the summit of Mt. Shasta. They fit nice, were easy to strap on, and they kept the snow out...pretty much what I was looking for. We'll see if they pass the test of time.
dropsam at REI on 08/03/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Works reasonably well

Rating:***
My only real complaints about this product are that the width of the velcro running the length of the gaiter, or the cinch strap at the top, allow me to snug the gaiter up to my leg as much as I'ld like. Probably works well on other legs... just not mine. If I can get it snugger, it will be fine. Other sizes won't work for me, so I'll need to just do a little modifying of this one. Other than that - nice gaiters.
SARGuy at Rock/Creek Outfitters on 12/05/2008

A fine gaiter for average trips.

Rating:***
These Gaiters are very light weight and quick and easy to take on and off. They are the perfect choice for average trekking. I would not reccomend them for very rocky or very serious bushwacking trips, I do not believe they would hold up well. I have no complaints about their performance in the modest trails I have used them on. I like them so much I have bought several pairs as gifts.
Zach at Rock/Creek Outfitters on 08/09/2009