What are hiking gaiters for?
Hiking gaiters are fabric accessories that cover the top of your boots and the bottom of your legs. They wrap around your ankles and act as a shield, preventing anything from getting into your shoes.
Gaiters are an extension of your trousers, providing you with more protection, durability and waterproofness. Gaiters aren’t essential for hiking, and many people don't use them, but they provide extra comfort that you may well be grateful for in certain situations.