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Outdoor Research Verglas Gaiter - Women's
Do these protect against snakes?
By belindag232279910
Ranked #373 - Women's Trail Running Footwear
June 26, 2008
Do these protect against snakes?
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By Elias Littenberg
June 27, 2008
They will serve as some protection, but they are not made for snake protectionNo non-venomous snake (in North America) has teeth any where near long enough to get through this material. The only (only!) thing that would be of any concern would be very large pit vipers (read: big ol rattlers). Snakes that big are tremendously rare in the wild and, trust me, they do not want to tangle with you. Herpetologists that stomp into rattler country on purpose wear loose fitting long pants over regular ol hiking boots and carry a long stick. You are good to go!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 50d ripstop Ventia and 500d Cordura
- Closure:
- 1.5in hook/loop w/ strap and cam buckle top closure
- Attachment:
- Lace hooks and nylon-supported rubber instep strap
- Length:
- Over-calf
- Venting:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, backcountry skiing, heavy backpacking
- Warranty:
- Infinite
- Country of Origin:
- China
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