Switched to Gaiters

For now at least. I'm going with my Asolo boots and a pair of Crack Shot snake gaiters ($60 on Amazon). I'm excited about not having wet feet this year.

The gaiters are very lightweight (claim to be 11 oz each). They fold up nicely and can easily fit in my vest. I think they will be much cooler in the heat than snake boots since they are attached at the base. I can just wear my boots hiking in on cool mornings and put them in once it heats up.

I've seen too many copperheads and rattlesnakes not to wear some type of protection. These aren't any noisier than snake boots and don't make any noise when walking. If they wear out, I'd rather replace gaiters every year than snake boots.








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Not to mention you look ravishing in them

Setterman":yqobbh5s said:

Not to mention you look ravishing in them

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You like the leg poses? Felt so natural...


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Let us know how you like them. I've put a lot of miles on my snake boots in the last couple of days and it's starting to wear on me.


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Those are the same or very similar to the gaiters I've been wearing the past few years. I much prefer using them with some boots that are waterproof over wet feet in my supposedly waterproof snake boots. No longer do I have wet feet walking through the dew.

I have wore the same pair of snake gaiters for around 15 years they are hard to wear out . lot cooler than snake boots for me.

I bought a pair very similar at Academy a few years ago but never really tried them (maybe once). May need to get them out and try them.

String Music":29a5svhe said:

Setterman":29a5svhe said:

Not to mention you look ravishing in them

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You like the leg poses? Felt so natural...


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Hahaha, we need calf and quad shots to get the full effect.

Nice looking set up though and curious how it works out

As I understand, most snakebites in the US are located on the foot/at or below the ankle. Is your footwear snakeproof as well?

I think I'm going with the sane change. Not for snakes. Just lighter boots.

My group has tried all brands of snake gaiters, we wear them out hunting with hounds and they all hold up pretty good, they will fray around the edges some but that's it. By far the lightest pair of snake gaiters is the TurtleSkin brand its night and day the difference compared to the others. They are also the most expensive!

Boll Weevil":358fbpd5 said:

As I understand, most snakebites in the US are located on the foot/at or below the ankle. Is your footwear snakeproof as well?

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I can't say for sure but I think the thick leather would prevent a snake from penetrating. I think the boots would keep a copperhead out but a rattler may be a different story. However, rattlers seem to bite higher than boot-level.

Heeter":6aei5gdk said:

My group has tried all brands of snake gaiters, we wear them out hunting with hounds and they all hold up pretty good, they will fray around the edges some but that's it. By far the lightest pair of snake gaiters is the TurtleSkin brand its night and day the difference compared to the others. They are also the most expensive!

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I did see those but didn't get them due to the expense. If I like this option better than snake boots, I might get me a pair.

String Music":bxdl15ge said:

Boll Weevil":bxdl15ge said:

As I understand, most snakebites in the US are located on the foot/at or below the ankle. Is your footwear snakeproof as well?

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I can't say for sure but I think the thick leather would prevent a snake from penetrating. I think the boots would keep a copperhead out but a rattler may be a different story. However, rattlers seem to bite higher than boot-level.

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Those boots should defend against any of our snakes. Even a big ratttler.

I picked up a pair this morning very similar to those pictured above at a moving sale.

I have no need for them, as I have only seen 3 snakes ever in my 30+ years hunting on the plateau and middle TN and can't stand to wear them.

I may put them in the classifieds later on, or you can pm me if interested.

PalsPal":32kiw9us said:

I picked up a pair this morning very similar to those pictured above at a moving sale.

I have no need for them, as I have only seen 3 snakes ever in my 30+ years hunting on the plateau and middle TN and can't stand to wear them.

I may put them in the classifieds later on, or you can pm me if interested.

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ruger7mag":289mwhqs said:

PalsPal":289mwhqs said:

I picked up a pair this morning very similar to those pictured above at a moving sale.

I have no need for them, as I have only seen 3 snakes ever in my 30+ years hunting on the plateau and middle TN and can't stand to wear them.

I may put them in the classifieds later on, or you can pm me if interested.

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Just thought I'd give an update...

I don't think I'll own another pair of snake boots. I really enjoyed hunting in a quality hiking boot (I picked up some Lowa Caminos) and the gaiters. The gaiters weren't nearly as hot as snake boots and being able to remove them after the hunt or whenever is a really nice option. I hunt some nasty terrain and I never once felt unsure about my footing. The gaiters stayed in place and never rubbed or felt uncomfortable on my legs. The only wear on the gaiters is from when I had to slide down a steep bank between two rock bluffs (the stitching is slightly frayed). Snake boots cannot match the quality of a higher-end hiking boot (Lowa, Kenetrek, Crispi, etc). The higher-end hiking boot doesn't cost much more than a good snake boot and you'll likely get more use out of the hiking boot throughout the year.

You also won't find a better hiking/hunting sock than the Darn Tough merino wool socks. I've gone through 3 seasons (turkey, elk and causal wear) with mine and they still look brand new. By far the best I've used.

Thanks for the update! I have been waiting to see what your thoughts were on the gaiters. I'll have a pair before next turkey season.

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