Serious Miles Demand Elite Gaiters
When chasing birds in austere conditions, leg gaiters are worth the expense. I’ve used many gaiters over the last ten years and some frustrating aspects may sound familiar; cutting off circulation or falling down the calf, seams that rub, and either inferior materials that last only one season, or basically bulletproof but too heavy. After two hunting seasons using the Silverbacks, I have found my go to gaiter and one that I highly recommend. Find out why below or check them out now yourself!
APE Equipment Gear Sliverback Gaiters in the field
I found APE Equipment Gear’s Silverback Gaiters on social media, shot them a DM, and got a quick response. They walked me through the simple but effective measuring information needed as part of the ordering process. With shipping, the total came to about $120 to my door. When they arrived, they were better in person than in the pictures. I was surprised by how light they were. With Ultra 400X material over the boot, which is extremely lightweight and tough, and ripstop nylon for the uppers, the Silverback Gators combine quality materials and design into an elite gaiter.
Don’t worry — even though these are lightweight, they hold up. During the first season (24-25), almost everywhere we hunted was dry, so they only saw about a week’s worth of use, but I was still impressed. This year, I put the APE Equipment Gear Silverback Gaiters through real miles, and if you’re logging high mile days, these gaiters will make a noticeable difference in reduced fatigue and increased comfort. They stay put, don’t bind, essentially disappear while you’re moving, and are easy on and off. The adjustable top closure is well thought out; it uses elastic webbing, which allows you to cinch them down without cutting off circulation. The Silverback’s boot cuff design is contoured, allowing the gaiter to fit cleanly around your boot, eliminating the collection of snow and mud that is common with other gaiters I have used.
APE Equipment Gear is a small, family-run business in British Columbia. Like us, they prioritize quality and function. Their Silverback gaiter’s custom sizing and well thought-out design makes them stand out.
For the upland hunter who puts on miles and long days in the field, APE Equipment Gear’s Silverback Gaiters make a noticeable difference in comfort. Give the Silverback Gaiters a look — we are thankful to have found a frustration free, quality gaiter.