spats?

**JackK** · 10th July 06, 04:56 AM

Gaiters are probably your best option, I have a pair I used to use downhill skiing. They are just nylon with elastic top and bottom with a full length fo velcro to fasten. While mountian biking I have run into (not literally) trail runners that even make their own gaiters. REI has a few styles http://tinyurl.com/k2cqt

Jack

**smaughazard** · 10th July 06, 05:34 AM

Sounds like greaves would be appropriate…

**Moose McLennan** · 10th July 06, 06:00 AM

Originally Posted by smaughazard

Sounds like greaves would be appropriate…

Hehe, yeah. And a claymore. Dog better watch her tail

I'm going to get myself a pair of sensible boots.

M.

**James** · 10th July 06, 09:37 AM

Puttees-protect the ankle, prevent water getting into boots, and in general ideal.

If they fail, go to a climbers shop and get snow-gaiters.

James

**Nick** · 10th July 06, 11:24 AM

I've worn my grandpa's WWII gaiters in the winter, but the problem is they're not designed to go over hiking boots, so I have to wear them with low shoes.

**Robinhood** · 10th July 06, 11:36 AM

Here is my solution posted earlier:

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...ad.php?t=18336

**macwilkin** · 10th July 06, 01:03 PM

Originally Posted by Nick

I've worn my grandpa's WWII gaiters in the winter, but the problem is they're not designed to go over hiking boots, so I have to wear them with low shoes.

Nick,

No offence meant, but please don't wear your grandfather's leggings! I've seen a lot of relics and historic items destroyed this way.

Regards,

Todd