December is here and that means snow. Feet of it maybe, depending on where you hang your hat. A winter-time gear staple should definitely be a good pair of gaiters. Generally made of heavy nylon/cordura or Gore-tex, gaiters prevent snow from slipping in the top of your boots, with a closure at the top and an instep strap at the bottom. Lace hooks help keep the gaiters from riding up. Good rule of thumb when buying gaiters is to err on the small side. You want these guys to be snug. After brushing up on your quinzee building, grab a pair. Any types of gaiters that y'all swear by?