Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
- Ensure your mountaineering boots are laced securely.
- Place the gaiter over your boot and lower leg, aligning the front closure.
- Secure the hook-and-loop front closure from bottom to top.
- Attach the front lace hook to the base of your boot laces.
- Thread the underfoot strap beneath your boot and secure it using the hook-and-loop fasteners, adjusting for a snug fit.
- Tighten the upper hem drawcord with one hand for a close fit.
Compatibility:
These gaiters are specifically designed to fit over robust mountaineering boots. While they may fit some stiff hiking boots, the cut and fit are optimized for the larger volume and specific shape of mountaineering footwear.
Care:
- Clean after use with a damp cloth and mild soap.
- Do not use fabric softeners or bleach.
- Re-apply a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment periodically as needed, following manufacturer instructions for GORE-TEX products.
- Store in a clean, dry place.