INSTAgaiter® Ultra-Light Gaiter
Our Lightest & Most Breathable Gaiter
Lighter, Faster, Farther
Dynamic protection meets all-day comfort. Our lightest, most breathable gaiter excels at high-output activities like trail running and hiking. Featuring our 3D performance fit, lightweight stretch-woven recycled nylon, and a PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) treatment, INSTAgaiter® hugs your footwear to seal out dirt, debris and light moisture. This ultra-comfortable gaiter is ideal for use in dry conditions and on lightweight, low-profile footwear.
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KEY FEATURES
- Stretch-Woven Recycled Nylon Construction - The 84% Stretch-Woven Recycled Nylon / 16% polyurethane blend with a PFAS-free C0 durable water repellent (DWR) treatment is light, breathable and durable.
- 3D Performance Fit - Our strategically tensioned, two-piece design hugs the contours of your shoe or boot to seal out more moisture, dirt and debris.
- Side Zipper Closure – Asymmetrical placement enhances comfort and makes putting on and taking off gaiters effortless. Durable YKK VISLON® zippers deliver smooth, reliable performance in dirty and dusty conditions.
- DuraLink® Instep Strap - Built with ultra abrasion-resistant thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), the DuraLink® instep strap is adjustable, replaceable and comes with a 1000-mile warranty.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
- Weight (pair):
(Low - XS) 1.7 oz / 49 g
(Low - S/M) 2.0 oz / 56
(Low - L/XL) 2.2 oz / 62 g
(Mid - XS) 2.1 oz / 61 g
(Mid - S/M) 2.4 oz / 68 g
(Mid - L/XL) 2.7 oz / 76 g - Height:
(Low) 4.5 in / 11.4 cm
(Mid) 7.5 in / 19.0 cm - Fabric: 86% stretch-woven recycled nylon / 14% polyurethane blend with PFAS-free C0 DWR treatment
- DuraLink® instep strap: Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
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Care
Machine wash cold on delicate. Do not bleach or use fabric softeners. Tumble dry low. Do not iron. Do not dry clean.
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Warranty Information
Your satisfaction is our top priority. All Kahtoola gaiters are designed and field-tested for your most demanding adventures and are backed by a 1-year limited warranty, with an additional 1000-mile warranty on our DuraLink® instep strap. Products are warrantied to the original owner only and will be replaced or repaired at Kahtoola’s discretion.
Customer Reviews
4.7 Based on 15 Reviews
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06/02/2025
Roisin M.
United StatesINSTAGaiter Ultra Light - low
Watched YouTube clip to see how to fit / adjust properly. Very easy to put on, don’t even notice them when I’m on the trails.
NH
05/24/2025
Nicholas H.
United StatesExcellent so far
Does a great job of keeping leaves stick and whatever else out of my shoes while hiking & doing trail work
JG
05/23/2025
Jacob G.
United StatesQuality materials, good figment, but a couple knocks
These gaiters are comfortable and even fit my Vivobarefoot Hydra ESC, although I probably feel the underfoot strap more than I would if I had a “typical” shoe. After a couple minutes wearing them, it’s easy to forget they’re on. The material and construction point to a long life, but only time will tell. My only knocks are that there’s nothing to keep the zipper zipped up like a snap/strap, so I’m concerned it could wiggle its way unzipped on a strenuous outing. Additionally, the elastic sinch on top is handy for snugging the gaiters around my ankle, but then there’s no where to put the elastic strap other than to try and tuck it back under the gaiters. If there was a way to solve both of these problems with one system, these would get 5 stars from me.
JL
05/18/2025
Justyna L.
United StatesLove the gaiters!
Great - they fit my rather tall hiking boots very well - love the fact I can adjust to smaller shoes. We hav a lot of ticks in my area (MA) and thisis super protection.
LH
05/15/2025
Lane H.
United StatesSolid Piece of Gear!
I use these to primarily hike in the Grand Canyon which demands gear that is rugged and functional. I use these every hike and can say I’ve never been disappointed. While not the most important feature, I also get a lot of comments on how “cool” they look. Overall a solid product and proud to support Kahtoola.
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Sizing Guide INSTAgaiter®
US W
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XS
5–7
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36–38
S/M
7–11
6–10
38–43
L/XL
11+
10–13
43–47
