Thread: Lowa boots waterproofing

Originally Posted by Kimber 7mm-08

Find a pair of neoprene gaiters (or wetsuit off cut). Used them for ages with my meind island pros and as long as your socks don't protrude like a wick above the gaiters, and the gaiters seal around your calf and onto the boot, you have dry feet in river crossings all day long.

They do work well for that, but the flipside is they hold a lot more sweat in the boot in my experience.

Originally Posted by Ned

They do work well for that, but the flipside is they hold a lot more sweat in the boot in my experience.

Yes, that's true. I should have added that bit. A decent sock choice will help. Generally only wear the neoprene gaiters when I'm expecting frequent river crossings. Most times normal gaiters provide enough barrier for my meindl boots.