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Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Mid Gaiters for Hiking, Trail Running, Mountaineering, Hunting, Rocky Terrain, Mud, Snow & Ice

4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 128 ratings
Price: $32.47 Free Returns on some sizes and colors
Berry

Size Small/Medium
Brand Kahtoola
Color Berry
Material Nylon, Polyurethane
Product Dimensions 10"L x 3"W

About this item

  • LIGHTWEIGHT HIGH PERFORMANCE: Durable, water-resistant, mid length ultralight gaiters made from stretch-woven nylon for men and women, perfect for trail running, backpacking, walking through the desert, hunting, trekking or used as snowshoe gaiter. Maximum durability and protection from moisture, rock debris, dust & sand, and ticks. Also available in a lower profile short gaiter, the INSTAgaiter Low.
  • OUTER MATERIAL: The 84% Stretch-Woven Nylon / 16% polyurethane blend is lightweight, abrasion resistant, breathable, and has a water-resistant DWR finish.
  • EASY ON/OFF: Overshoe boot gaiters with an asymmetrical YKK Vislon zipper that reduces pressure on the front of the foot for increased comfort and allows for easy on/off without having to remove footwear entirely. The lightweight removable design makes them ideal gaiters for hiking, trail gaiters for running shoes, hunting boots, professional outdoor fieldwork, forest park rangers, sheriffs, and construction work.
  • DURABLE INSTEP STRAP: The DuraLink instep strap design offers easily adjustable symmetrical pull tabs and a rounded profile that fits neatly between the tread of your footwear and carries a 1000-mile warranty to ensure it stands up to the harshest terrain.
  • KAHTOOLA: Est. in 1999 Kahtoola is on a mission to build exceptional products that make the outdoors more accessible and rewarding. Please see the sizing chart in product images. 1-year manufacturer warranty on gaiters. Boots not included.
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Customer Reviews
4.1 out of 5 stars
128
4.3 out of 5 stars
211
4.5 out of 5 stars
38
4.6 out of 5 stars
43
4.2 out of 5 stars
28
4.2 out of 5 stars
23
3.8 out of 5 stars
18
Price
— — $49.95 $38.97 $48.72 $55.22 $51.97
Use
Trail running, Hiking Trail running, Hiking Trail running, Hiking Trail running, Hiking Hiking Hiking Hiking
Terrain
Established Trails, Off-Trail Established Trails, Off-Trail Established Trails, Off-Trail Mountain Trails, Off-Trail Mountain Trails, Off-Trail Mountain Trails, Off-Trail —
Conditions
Dry or Damp Climates Dry or Damp Climates Dry or Damp Climates Dry or Damp Climates Rain, Snow, Ice Rain, Snow, Ice Rain, Snow, Ice
DuraLink Instep Strap
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Side Zipper Closure
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Stretch-Woven Nylon
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✘ ✘
Waterproof Gore-Tex Upper
✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔

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4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
128 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the weight and ease of use of the outdoor recreation product. For example, they mention it's very light weight and easy to put on and take off. That said, opinions are mixed on size, value, and quality.

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9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers find the shoes easy to use. They mention it's durable, light weight, and easy to put on and take off.

"...cord that goes under your foot is very durable and they are much easier to put on than some name brands that use velcro...." Read more

"...the strap to the correct length for my shoes, I was able to put them on quickly. 20 sec ea foot...." Read more

"...I find them easy to put on and take off. They work well keeping snow and debris from getting inside your shoe...." Read more

"...These are also very easy to put on without the help of one and a half friends. As far as durability goes, they're very tough too...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the shoes. They mention that they work well for hiking excursions and are of good quality.

"...Glad I did. They work great they don’t slip down they fit perfectly using the shoe guide and they look pretty cool too...." Read more

"...But for most running or hiking excursions, they work well and I highly recommend them." Read more

"These gaiters are easy to put on and do the job they are made for. Glad we chose this brand!" Read more

"Quality and work well" Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the weight of the shoes. They mention that it is very light.

"These are a bit pricey, but worth it. Very light wt., and the pack into a tennis ball size bag for easy stowage...." Read more

"Really liked the material and how light these were. Unfortunately, the strap that goes under shoes is VERY difficult to adjust. Had to return them." Read more

"Light, comfy and compact. The adjustable drawstring works great, the thin stretchy material is awesome...." Read more

"Light weight, easy to use...." Read more

19 customers mention10 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the shoes. Some mention that they really liked the material and how light they were, saying it's strong and breathable. They are pretty tear resistant and breathe well. However, others say that they are cheaply made, broke after less than 3 months, and of very thin material that seems to rip very easily.

"They fit great on my walking shoes. They are pretty tear resistant and breathe well. I use them for mountain biking and when I use my chainsaw...." Read more

"The foot strap breaks if you run on pavement. I replaced it with an abrasion resistant shoelace. Of course it will wear out eventually...." Read more

"...use them mountain biking and the cord that goes under your foot is very durable and they are much easier to put on than some name brands that use..." Read more

"...don’t slip down they fit perfectly using the shoe guide and they look pretty cool too...." Read more

11 customers mention7 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the boot. Some mention it fits like a sock, is light, compact, and has an adjustable top around the ankle. However, others say that the size runs small, is too big for their foot, and is hard to fit onto shoes.

"They fit great on my walking shoes. They are pretty tear resistant and breathe well. I use them for mountain biking and when I use my chainsaw...." Read more

"These were way too small for my purposes and very difficult for me to put on. I returned them." Read more

"...Glad I did. They work great they don’t slip down they fit perfectly using the shoe guide and they look pretty cool too...." Read more

"...Very light wt., and the pack into a tennis ball size bag for easy stowage. They were big enough to stretch over my heavy duty backpacking boots...." Read more

6 customers mention3 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the shoes. Some mention that they are a bit pricey, but worth it.

"...They so far are the best option I've found and at a very reasonable price." Read more

"For what they are I feel they are overpriced but I needed something that would protect sand, rocks, and debris from entering my shoes so I pulled..." Read more

"These are GREAT!!!..." Read more

"Will work for hiking and around the farm but way too pricey should have looked around see many now that will do same job for a 1/3 of price" Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the holes in the shoes. They mention that they have holes after just a few hikes, and that a hole wore into one side after 40 miles on the PCT section J.

"I like the design however I used them twice and they already have a hole in them...." Read more

"...Material was full of tears and holes after just a few hikes. $50 is a lot if they're trashed in a week." Read more

"...Didn’t a hole wore into one side after 40 mi on thr PCT section J" Read more

POOR QUALITY
1 Star
POOR QUALITY
These broke after less than 3 months. The place where it broke is not even a high wear and tear area. It’s off to the side. Poor quality
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Top reviews from the United States

Micah n.
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong and breathable
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2024
Color: GraphiteSize: Small/MediumVerified Purchase
They fit great on my walking shoes. They are pretty tear resistant and breathe well. I use them for mountain biking and when I use my chainsaw. They have been holding up good.
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CW Stevenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Much better than some costly name brands
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2023
Color: GraphiteSize: Large/X-LargeVerified Purchase
I was surprised. I use them mountain biking and the cord that goes under your foot is very durable and they are much easier to put on than some name brands that use velcro. It took a bit of work figuring out the right way to put them on efficiently - but they easy to put on once you figure it out. They so far are the best option I've found and at a very reasonable price.
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Kraig Packer
4.0 out of 5 stars They're great but the zippers come down
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
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They need a hook and loop fastener at the top of the zipper to keep it up. When it comes down (every run in the snow), balls of snow pack in between the gater and the shoe making it worse than having no gater. Otherwise I love them.
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Neil Clapp
5.0 out of 5 stars Solves a problem on the trail
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2023
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After a few minutes reading the instructions and adjusting the strap to the correct length for my shoes, I was able to put them on quickly. 20 sec ea foot. We frequently hike in the woods and debris constantly gets kicked up into my shoes settling around my lower ankles and getting stuck in my socks. Extremely annoying and uncomfortable. I can’t wait for our next hike now. These gatiors should keep everything out of my shoes and keep my feet quite comfortable:) Wish I had gotten them a long time ago!
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Debra Hardy
3.0 out of 5 stars Great product, but was sent the Low instead of Mid which was ordered
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024
Color: GraphiteSize: Small/MediumVerified Purchase
sent the Low instead of Mid which was ordered
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MJR
1.0 out of 5 stars Did not work at all.
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2024
Color: GraphiteSize: Small/MediumVerified Purchase
These were way too small for my purposes and very difficult for me to put on. I returned them.
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LOBO
5.0 out of 5 stars Desert terrain Tested
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2023
Color: GraphiteSize: Large/X-LargeVerified Purchase
For what they are I feel they are overpriced but I needed something that would protect sand, rocks, and debris from entering my shoes so I pulled the trigger. Glad I did. They work great they don’t slip down they fit perfectly using the shoe guide and they look pretty cool too. Went hiking just the other day to try them out and found that my girlfriend is going to need a pair herself so I will be ordering another pair shortly.
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BH
5.0 out of 5 stars Light weight, easy to use.
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2023
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I use these small, lightweight gaiters on low and mid cut trail running shoes year round. I find them easy to put on and take off. They work well keeping snow and debris from getting inside your shoe. For deep snow, water or larger boots, you'll need something more heavy duty. But for most running or hiking excursions, they work well and I highly recommend them.
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lmay
5.0 out of 5 stars Fit of Gaitors
Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2024
Color: GraphiteSize: Large/X-LargeVerified Purchase
The L - XL fit well over my 9 1/2 women’s hiking boots and work well to keep rain or gravel from entering my boots, and the zipper is placed in a position that makes it easy to zip them up. They were delivered promptly.
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