Originally Posted by
paul2432
I am planning on using my hiking boots on snowy days instead of my bike shoes. I wore them the other day (35F raining) and got some water in the top of the boot. I probably could have done a better job adjusting my rain pants, but wonder if anyone uses boot gaiters to prevent this problem?
Paul
Since most cycling pants or tights won't fit over regular hiking boots it seems like some kind of gator is a good solution. I know that many wear them in wet snowy conditions to keep the worst of wet slush off their legs which cars can spray on you.
The only recommendation I can give is to make sure that they are breathable. Otherwise your lower leg will be totally soaked in sweat.