TurtleSkin SnakeArmor Reversible Snake Gaiters
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All of the colors are the same, indicating that they are both wind and water resistant.
He's never been bitten by a snake.
I bought them for my sweetheart for Christmas last year, and they were of good quality. He hasn't yet encountered a snake, so he doesn't know how effective they are.
Nylon zippers are used by every high-end outdoor clothing brand (Columbia, Patagonia, and so on). Zippers made by YKK are the best in the industry. We've never had a customer return the gaiters because of a faulty zipper, and the manufacturer provides a one-year warranty on all of their products.
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Following a copperhead snake bite on my ankle in Virginia, I purchased these. I have a pair of snake gaiters, but they're stiff and uncomfortable, so I wanted something lighter that I could wear all day and travel with. These were costly, but they were thought to be worthwhile. They are functional, but they have one flaw: they ride up over the top of the back of my boots. I'm using the tongue securing grommet and tying it to the front lave of my boot, but after a few minutes of walking, the gaiter is still riding up. I'm in big trouble if a snake gets through this gap. Is this a problem that anyone else is having? br>br>Update: I contacted the manufacturer and received the following response: "Yes, the gaiters do have a tendency to ride up. " The grommets are intended for your laces to pass through in order to secure them. To prevent the gaiter from riding up, the top grommets should also be laced. Before tying the boots, lace them through the bottom grommet and then through the top grommets near the top of your boot. Other people have used ties, straps, and cords to secure them. "br>br>I requested a photo of this suggested arrangement, which is not mentioned in any of their literature or depicted in any of their advertisements. So far, there has been no response. Regardless, having to completely unlace a boot every time I wear these is impractical, and I don't expect to have to modify a new product with ties, straps, and cords to get it to work properly, especially one whose performance is so critical and isn't cheap. I like the concept and how it's put together, but the execution is lacking. br>br>In my opinion, these should come with a shank strap, similar to leggings, that goes under the sole of the boot; I have a pair that does this and it works great.
After seeing three rattlesnakes in one hour while hiking in the Sonoran desert, I decided to invest in a pair of TurtleSkin SnakeArmor Snake Gaiters. I'd seen plenty of snakes before, but they were all on groomed trails or in open washes. Recent hikes have taken me through grass and brush, where snakes are more difficult to spot. br>br>My height is approximately 5'10". The gaiters, which reach just below my knee, are a good fit for me in size "Regular. " br>br>When I first started wearing them, I fastened the front grommets to the gaiter loops on my Altra shoes / boots, but this wasn't enough to keep the gaiters firmly against my footwear. I got a lot of foxtail grass seeds in my socks while on these hikes. My ankle was clearly exposed enough for a snake to strike there. To keep the gaiters in place, I use a short bungee cord from my boots to the side grommets. It would have been nice if the gaiters came with a suitable strap or bungee for the price. br>br>They're hot, but not as hot as I had anticipated. When I first start hiking, I pay attention to them, but after a while, I lose track of them. br>br>I haven't had any snake encounters with them yet, but I'm confident that if that happens, they'll protect me. br>br>These gaiters are ideal for bushwhacking through thorny or brushy terrain. Gaiters also work well to keep foxtail grass and other vegetation out of socks and shoes once the sides of the gaiters are pulled snugly against the boot/shoe.
Over the last few years, I've bought about 75 pairs of these for my field surveyors. These are a little pricey, but they're far more comfortable than any other gator on the market and are slightly breathable. The guys actually put these on without me having to "remind" them, which is great because it's required by some of our clients. br> I heard a "rumor" that one of the more "adventurous" field hands had actually tried them out. For a variety of reasons, I didn't ask any questions about the experience; however, I didn't see a medical bill, so they must be working, lol.
These were cut like butter by a 23g needle. Maybe 0. The force is 5 lbs. I did the same test on a cheap $45 pair I found on here; I bent the needle and it didn't puncture. These are not to be trusted with your legs. Last summer in North Georgia, we had one actual bite and two close calls.
It makes me happy. It'll be nice to have some peace of mind. Ten years ago, I was zapped above the ankle by a copperhead. It isn't a pleasurable experience. br>I have no issues with the zipper. Take your time and make sure you line everything up correctly. If it becomes a problem, I'll replace the zipper with a heavier one. So far, they've performed admirably, and they're light and comfortable to wear. They are appealing to me. br>br>(Update) November 4th, 2020br>We are still going strong! Even though the snakes haven't tried it yet, I'm still impressed. Built to last, with a track record of active use. Yes, I still use them! br>br>(2nd Update) March 2nd, 2021br> br>(I've just had my first experience with a save of the day. ) )br>br>It happened at long last! Unbeknownst to me, a silent assassin zapped me. Venom traces could be seen on the outer legging where it zapped. God, thank you! Also, Turtle Skins, thank you! The good news is that; My ego was the only thing that suffered as a result of my friend telling everyone that I screamed like a little girl. br>(He is completely lying)br>br>As for Mr. Mojave, "live and let live," but could you please give a heads up next time?.
These were purchased by my husband for quail hunting in South Texas. He ordered the Regular size after following the online instructions for measuring his leg for proper fit, but they were nowhere near large enough to fit over his calf when they arrived. It's about a half-inch too small to zip up. The instructions say to measure your calf circumference 16" above the bottom of the gaiter, but that part of the leg is usually smaller than the calf muscle itself, so it fits at the top but not in the middle. Keep this in mind when deciding between the Regular and Husky sizes. br>Because none of the Turtleskin gaiters available on Amazon in the Husky size are returnable, he decided to purchase a pair from Midway USA. If even the Husky size is too small for him, he can return them there.
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