Shooting Gaiters

Shooting gaiters are one of those pieces of kit you only appreciate once you have spent a day without them. They wrap around the lower leg and the top of your boot, stopping water, mud, snow, thorns and heather from getting in. For anyone who shoots in boots rather than wellingtons, particularly on moorland, rough ground or through wet cover, a good pair keeps socks dry and feet comfortable all day.

Why Wear Shooting Gaiters

Walked-up grouse, rough shooting through bracken and brambles, or picking up in long wet grass all put your lower legs in the firing line. Without gaiters, water runs down into the tops of your boots and debris works its way into your socks. Shooting gaiters seal that gap and protect trousers or breeks from snags and mud. They are also popular with beaters and keepers who spend long days pushing through thick cover.

Gaiters with Breeks and Boots

Gaiters are a natural companion to shooting breeks and lace-up shooting boots. Breeks leave the lower leg free for walking, and gaiters give that area the weather protection wellingtons would otherwise provide, without the weight of a full welly. Many shooters prefer this combination on hill days, where support and grip matter as much as staying dry.

What to Look For

Choose a waterproof, breathable fabric that keeps rain out without trapping sweat, and a tough outer that stands up to thorns and rough ground. Check the height, the closure (zip, popper or hook and loop) and the underfoot strap, which should be durable and easy to replace. Gaiters should fit snugly around your calf and boots without flapping. A quiet fabric is worth having on walked-up days, where noise can flush birds before you are ready. Our guide to the key features to look for in gaiters explains the options in more detail. For extra protection in prolonged rain, take a look at our shooting leggings and overtrousers.

Shop Shooting Gaiters at ArdMoor

Browse our full range of shooting gaiters below and find a pair that suits your boots and the ground you shoot. If you would like advice on sizing or fit, please get in touch with our team, or explore our main shooting collection to complete your kit.