The easiest thing would be if you have high boots to just tuck trousers in, yet I understand that gaiters are higher and even with trousers tucked they offer quite nice amount of protection, that is why I came here to check your tutorial😊
Great idea. Won't be as tough as shop bought gaiters but will be much lighter in weight. However, even if one has a sewing machine & knows how to use it I think a certain level of sewing skills are needed.
would be a good time to upgrade your skill set. I have learned I can do just about anything I need to on an old sewing machine, as long as I go real slow.
Hi Maiu! I absolutely love your channel! You take a no-nonsense approach to everything... What an awesome pair of gaiters you made! You do a great job of explaining things, making things seem so simple and well thought out. Keep up the great job with your channel! Can't wait to see the videos of your next adventure with your mom!
Thats spooky !!! Four days ago I actually came to the conclusion, that I would have to sew some gaiters for my son. To be used in Sweden this summer. I'm already used to modifying my gear and tents, so sewing doesnt scare me. But I'm no where nearly as talented and skilled as you are. Your gaiters looks great and are well done.
Simplistic! I like it! Now I just need a sewing machine and spare rain pants! Probably be cheaper to buy a pair but making you're own is always awesome! One more reason to buy said sewing machine though :D Thank you!
I love these DIY videos! I bought all the material to make a bug net to go under a tarp from your previous video. Haven’t got around to it yet but maybe I will this week...
Hi Maiu .. yep, a useful little project 👍. I have a couple of cost-saving ideas (being a pensioner on a fixed income 🙄) floating around in the little grey cells (including this one .. a pair of lightweight 'summer gaiters' .. against wet undergrowth, ticks and such ..). Must just now master the household sewing machine 😊. Hopefully, this video will trigger me into some action .. thanks. Take care .. and please keep them coming .. regards .. Tommy
Thomas Musso --- ... and they are also useful against snakes in the undergrowth in summer if they are a bit thicker and you're hiking in a country with more dangerous wildlife. :)
Inspired by this video, I made some snow gaiters for my young kids using an old pair of nylon convertible pants that already had velcro at openings on the calf. To make gaiters to cover my own boot, I think I might need to start with a larger piece of fabric. Thanks for the ideas!
Great job! Thank you for the tip! I was in Tallin in 1992 I believe...beautiful country! Have a friend who lives there with his Estonian wife and children. They travel often.
Just wanted to say thanks Maui for your video which has inspired us to make some lightweight waterproof gaiters. We got some Sil Nylon from Profabrics here in the UK plus hooks, Velcro etc and they turned out great about 35grams each which we're going to use with 3 F UL rain kilts which are about 80grams so about 150grams total v about 400grams for our waterproof trousers! Plus easier to put on in mid hike in the rain. Every gram helps with your 60 plus! Mike and Nicky
Hello Maiu, it is very good to see you again. That is a a great idea. I have an old pair snow pants that would be perfect for gaiters. Please take good care of yourself and have a lot of good fun in your upcoming trips. 🤗
Great useful project,Maiu,,..I have worn gaiters for many years, primarily while snowshoeing,,allows me to wear a more comfortable ankle high boot ,instead of tall snow boot,,which makes it easier to function the snowshoe........have some similar to yours ,but with velcro in back......and a pair with zippers on the side with fabric like a waterproof gore tex......good to see Luna doing well also...til next time.....Stay Safe and God Bless.....
I think my store bought gaiters have a snap clip just below the bottom of the velcro, near to the laces. I've had to repair the velcro multiple times, it was so strong that when I unzipped them it pulled out the sewing thread. I used a combination of sewing and superglue to fix it back in place. I've also had to change the strap under the heel, It was elastic but I replaced it with thick para-cord. This makes it more durable and it's replaceable after it gets worn scrambling over rocks. There are eye holes at the sides on the ankle for it to tie into.
Great video but instead of velcro sew a zipper because after some use the velcro wool will thin out. That happend with my gaiters, now i have to fit em with zipper.
Great video, thanks so much! I wonder if they would work with skipping the velcro and just leaving the leg as is? Especially with rain pants that have zippers at the bottom? I might try it. Thanks again, I love diy gear.
Hiker in Estonia I was thinking that without the velcro they’d have to be used like Dirty Girl gaiters, slipped over the foot before putting shoes on. Not as convenient to put on in the middle of the trail though.
Thank you! Exactly what I needed and I loved your delivery.
I’ll use this to sew thick denim gaiters for eastern brown snakes in Australia. Thank you :)
Very interesting job
Thanks for the amazing video.
I have been trying to work on a pair of snow gaiters all winter. With ripstop and fleece. I haven't done it yet, but I'm so glad you did 😊
Take it as a sign that just do it! 😉
The easiest thing would be if you have high boots to just tuck trousers in, yet I understand that gaiters are higher and even with trousers tucked they offer quite nice amount of protection, that is why I came here to check your tutorial😊
Great idea. Won't be as tough as shop bought gaiters but will be much lighter in weight. However, even if one has a sewing machine & knows how to use it I think a certain level of sewing skills are needed.
would be a good time to upgrade your skill set. I have learned I can do just about anything I need to on an old sewing machine, as long as I go real slow.
Hi Maiu! I absolutely love your channel! You take a no-nonsense approach to everything... What an awesome pair of gaiters you made! You do a great job of explaining things, making things seem so simple and well thought out. Keep up the great job with your channel! Can't wait to see the videos of your next adventure with your mom!
Thank you so much 😊
Good foundation for an idea. Thanks.
Good job.
great idea. good reuse of old rain gear. these are very good videos. please keep them coming.
I like your accent.
You should be superproud! You sew like a pro 💪🏻👍🏻
Thats spooky !!!
Four days ago I actually came to the conclusion, that I would have to sew some gaiters for my son.
To be used in Sweden this summer.
I'm already used to modifying my gear and tents, so sewing doesnt scare me.
But I'm no where nearly as talented and skilled as you are.
Your gaiters looks great and are well done.
Just what I was looking for. Great plans.
Simplistic! I like it! Now I just need a sewing machine and spare rain pants! Probably be cheaper to buy a pair but making you're own is always awesome! One more reason to buy said sewing machine though :D Thank you!
Thanks
Fantastic idea. The gaiters turned out great.
Very inventive & good instruction. Thanks Brian 78
Great job
I love these DIY videos! I bought all the material to make a bug net to go under a tarp from your previous video. Haven’t got around to it yet but maybe I will this week...
yes, do it! And then share with us how it went :)
Hi Maiu .. yep, a useful little project 👍. I have a couple of cost-saving ideas (being a pensioner on a fixed income 🙄) floating around in the little grey cells (including this one .. a pair of lightweight 'summer gaiters' .. against wet undergrowth, ticks and such ..). Must just now master the household sewing machine 😊.
Hopefully, this video will trigger me into some action .. thanks.
Take care .. and please keep them coming .. regards .. Tommy
Thomas Musso --- ... and they are also useful against snakes in the undergrowth in summer if they are a bit thicker and you're hiking in a country with more dangerous wildlife. :)
Yep .. however, the snakes here in Switzerland don't compare to those in South Africa 😊.
Now that is legitimately awesome.
Very practical. I usually wear out the bottom of rain pants to where they'd be unusable, but this is a great idea.
First like from Mississippi, USA. May the Forest be with You!
Your like some hiking McGuyver
Hehe 😀😉
Great ide to use an old pair of rain pants.....Good video and instructive....
A Great job! I can see a new factory in Estonia being built soon next to the mitten factory...🙃 Luna made a surprise appearance at the end also 😀! 👍
Inspired by this video, I made some snow gaiters for my young kids using an old pair of nylon convertible pants that already had velcro at openings on the calf. To make gaiters to cover my own boot, I think I might need to start with a larger piece of fabric. Thanks for the ideas!
They are looking good👍😉
Really appreciate your Channel. Need more women vlogging about hiking, Etc. Thank you so much!
Great job! Thank you for the tip! I was in Tallin in 1992 I believe...beautiful country! Have a friend who lives there with his Estonian wife and children. They travel often.
Excellent, wonderfully creative! Now you also have a pair of rain shorts too? Stay happy!!
Yes, rain shorts! 😂
Just wanted to say thanks Maui for your video which has inspired us to make some lightweight waterproof gaiters. We got some Sil Nylon from Profabrics here in the UK plus hooks, Velcro etc and they turned out great about 35grams each which we're going to use with 3 F UL rain kilts which are about 80grams so about 150grams total v about 400grams for our waterproof trousers! Plus easier to put on in mid hike in the rain. Every gram helps with your 60 plus! Mike and Nicky
Yes, indeed, everything counts! And i bet you feel also super proud putting them on ;)
Great idea, excellent sowing skills. 👍👏✌️
Awesome video! Great to see you again, Maiu! 😀
Hello Maiu, it is very good to see you again. That is a a great idea. I have an old pair snow pants that would be perfect for gaiters. Please take good care of yourself and have a lot of good fun in your upcoming trips. 🤗
Great job saving money and upcycling!
Great useful project,Maiu,,..I have worn gaiters for many years, primarily while snowshoeing,,allows me to wear a more comfortable ankle high boot ,instead of tall snow boot,,which makes it easier to function the snowshoe........have some similar to yours ,but with velcro in back......and a pair with zippers on the side with fabric like a waterproof gore tex......good to see Luna doing well also...til next time.....Stay Safe and God Bless.....
Come Nepal one more time and hike to Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar 😊😊
I saw your Annapurna Circuit hike... amazing 😍😍
Maybe someday! Nepal indeed is beautiful and would love to visit the Himalayas again.
Very talented lady. Thanks....
Wow , how smart you are. Great Idea for recycling old pants .. I enjoy your vids . make more , and thank you for sharing .
FUN :)
A huge thank you for these types of videos in the mix with your own explores. Very very helpful to me.
Thanks a lot
Great job. They look great
tkhs for sharing, great
Those are cool. Great idea.
Love this idea! Well done!!
You did a good job with the gaiters. :)
For tough materials that are hard to pin, I like to use staples!
Thanks..you've given me an idea for some snake gators.:)
Great Job 👌🏻
Instead of running the velcro to the edge maybe think of using a snap. Great job!!!
Grüsse aus Ostfriesland Niedersachsen
Tolle Idee denke ich würde meine Finger mit an Nähen
Those look like store bought!
Well thanks! 🤓
Your DIY videos are terrific!! Thanks for sharing the information. Easy project and soooo helpful too. Best wishes... Ax
My trusty gaiters finally gave up the ghost hiking in Canada this morning. I am cheap, know how to sew (thanks mum) and love this video,thanks
nice job.. i love DIY.. i have made most of my hiking gear...
Great job. Thanks
I think my store bought gaiters have a snap clip just below the bottom of the velcro, near to the laces. I've had to repair the velcro multiple times, it was so strong that when I unzipped them it pulled out the sewing thread. I used a combination of sewing and superglue to fix it back in place. I've also had to change the strap under the heel, It was elastic but I replaced it with thick para-cord. This makes it more durable and it's replaceable after it gets worn scrambling over rocks. There are eye holes at the sides on the ankle for it to tie into.
Paracord is a great idea! I probably have to replace the rubber soon :)
a good trouks snap button it could be a nice idea to close the guiters in velcro point.
I added a snap at the top and bottom where the velcro ends
so nice, thank you so much.
Great video but instead of velcro sew a zipper because after some use the velcro wool will thin out. That happend with my gaiters, now i have to fit em with zipper.
Nice! :))
Such an Awesome Job! At the bottom, maybe a snap would do?
Instead of pinning the velcro in place, you can staple it.
OMG! 🤯
Another great video! What boots are you wearing?
They are Keen boots (don't remember the style....)
Great video, thanks so much! I wonder if they would work with skipping the velcro and just leaving the leg as is? Especially with rain pants that have zippers at the bottom? I might try it. Thanks again, I love diy gear.
If the pants have zipper then it should work without the velcro. I tried with the pants i used and the boots didn't fit thru.
Hiker in Estonia I was thinking that without the velcro they’d have to be used like Dirty Girl gaiters, slipped over the foot before putting shoes on. Not as convenient to put on in the middle of the trail though.
I think I could adapt something like this for the desert. To keep sand out of my shoes. Thoughts?
I gues for the desert you don't need them to be so high. But for sure they'll be useful!
These will be too hot for the desert. Better use something like Dirty Girl gaiters
Try not to sew over pins could break off and fly up on your face and break needles
At about 10 bucks most Gators are cheap enough to just go ahead and buy.
No cheap gaiters here in Estonia. But up-cycling is great, too!
Mis on sinu emakeel?
Eesti keel!
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Ure so cute honey..
STINKY PANTS YUCK HAHA
LMAO😂😂
Thanks for the amazing video.