Dry feet are the be-all and end-all on every winter ride. There are several solutions for this purpose. In addition to various shoe covers, Shimano's subsidiary Pearl Izumi also offers special gaiters that Ultra Gaiters. These are made of 89 percent polyester and eleven percent elastane. They should protect your feet from wind and weather with a good fit.
In theory, this sounds sensible and easy to understand. In practice, however, there are some problems when putting on the gaiters. They are cleanly processed and don't let a draft through. However, the material is relatively inflexible. The gaiters can only be pulled over the shoes with difficulty.
The gaiters can be easily attached to the shoe using an underfoot strap and a small hook on the back of the foot. They are closed with a large Velcro fastener.
Once you've pulled them over your shoes, they know Ultra Gaiters to convince. Thanks to their flexible waistband, they fit very well above the ankle and don't let rain or dirt get into the shoe. The isolating function is also not to be despised. At temperatures around freezing point, they provide good protection against the cold wind. However, die-hard winter fans will not be able to avoid a complete overshoe, after all, the toe of the shoe is still open.
//Conclusion
Despite the somewhat time-consuming putting on the Pearl Izumi Ultra Gaiters can fully convince them in action. They fully fulfill their function of protecting the foot from rain and dirt. Only the area of application is somewhat limited. The Ultra Gaiters are mainly suitable for the autumn and spring time.
//Product highlights
- good workmanship
- Protection from rain and dirt
//price and web
- 29,95 Euros
- www.pearlizumi.com