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Black Diamond GTX FrontPoint Gaiters

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Item # 645763

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These Black Diamond FrontPoint gaiters, with their hardcore materials, sculptured fit and wide range of adjustability, are built to handle the rigors of ice climbing.

Gore-Tex®-lined nylon uppers are waterproof and breathable; ballistic nylon lowers resist tearing and will not ice up or absorb water
Front-entry VELCRO® brand closure allows quick and easy access to boots; sturdy neoprene instep straps take abuse and keep on performing
Engineered to fit plastic mountaineering boots and tele boots without buckles

Small fits men's shoe sizes 5-7
Medium fits men's shoe sizes 7.5-8.5
Large fits men's shoe sizes 9-10.5
X Large fits men's shoe sizes 11-12

Small fits men's shoe sizes 7-8.5
Medium fits men's shoe sizes 8.5-10
Large fits men's shoe sizes 10.5-12
X Large fits men's shoe sizes 12 and up

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Black Diamond GTX FrontPoint Gaiters Customer Reviews

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Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters

3.4

(based on 9 reviews)

56%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (5)

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking and camping (3)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  71%
  (5 reviews)
  Feels too big

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- Avid adventurer (5)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 9 customers

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Feb

2008

(4 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

These are smaller than my regular Crocs

By Boogie97

from Matthews NC

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Pros

dont know

Cons

Doesnt fit

Best Uses

Hiking and Camping

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I purchased these to use for alpine mountaineering however the x-large wouldn't fit over my size 11 Koflach boots. Not even close. They appear to be well built except for the buckle. Had to return these for the OR expedition crocs

Apr

2009

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesuumm!!

By SLOAlpinist

from San Luis Obispo, CA

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy to put on
Lightweight
Secure
Takes a beating

Cons

Best Uses

Crossing Scottish moors
Crossing water
Hiking and Camping
Ice Climbing
Snow Sports

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I got my pair back in 2002 when my wife and I backpacked from the east coast to the west coast through the highlands of Scotland. One leg of our journey required that crossed Rannoch Moor. The standard joke was that it is 12-14 miles depending on if it's raining. Why? When it's raining, the already wet and boggy moor becomes a like a swamp and you cannot simply walk directly across. On a number of occasions, I sunk into the boggy, wet soil all the way up to my knees. Yet, the water never got under my gaiters.

I also use these when ice climbing, doing snow approaches that involve lots of "post-holing," etc. Never have these gaiters failed me.

Feb

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

tight fitting, bomber construction

By foco_backpacker

from Fort Collins, CO

About Me Serious Trekker

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Pros

Easy To Use
Lightweight
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Cold Weather
Ice climbing

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

yes, they fit tight. i've been using them with my size 12 plastic double boots. however my XL gaiters do fit my double boots, and they fit size 47 (US 13) la sportiva trango extremes too. if you use a 13+ plastic boot, get the XL Black Diamond Apex gaiter.

I've also never had an issue with the buckle, and the material is very durable. my crampons have scraped them multiple times and they haven't ripped.

Mar

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Works great, when not broken

By ledhead

from Colorado Springs, CO

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Pros

Meets intended purpose

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I used these on two hikes in the snow before the buckle on one of them broke. I considered it a fluke and exchanged them for a new pair. On the next hike, the strap broke. They worked great when they weren't broken, but they are not durable at all.

Jan

2008

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

sucks

By lightning

from rural WA

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Pros

Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Small for plastic boots

Best Uses

Mountaineering in summer

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I use these for summer climbing and thought that they would be great for winter climbing [...] they dont fit over the top of a koflach boot. and really dont accomidate climbing sized calfs. Also, the elastic at the top streaches out and snags on stuff.Buy the OR Expedition crocs.

Sep

2007

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

under engineered good company

By green mt hiker

from Rolla, MO

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Pros

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Mountaineering

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

The upper material construction and calf strap are excellent. The boot strap and buckle are under-engineered. I used these gaiters on three climbs with double plastic boots and the boot strap on both broke. [...]

Feb

2010

5.0

Superb Gaiters. Slim but works!!!

By DENMD

from Washington, DC

About Me Casual/Recreational

Pros

Breathable
Easy To Use
Good Fit
Lightweight
Rugged
Stay In Place
Water Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Cold Weather
Leg/Ankle Protection
Rocky Terrain
Snow Sports
Wet Weather

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I use it for day hikes in mud and deep snow in the winter and early spring. The quality is superb and I have had none of the issues that others complain about. The straps are strong and nylon reinforced. The buckles are tough. I hit rocks and tree stumps and the buckles still look new. The front lace hook can be tucked in the velcro and not used. The cord at the top is fastened by a push tab that is sewn to the gaiter. Smart design! The lower half of the gaiter is covered in a ballistic nylon that sheds abrasions from your boot soles. They are unlikely to tear like other brands. Again, smart design! The cut is slimmer than others and this might create problems for plastic oversized boots. XL fits my size-11 medium Merrell hiking boots and light KEEN hiking shoes. The fit is trim and they do not fall down even if the calf strap is left loose. Well made and excellent for deep snow and mud. I love them.

Jun

2009

5.0

Very satisfied

By matthew

from Austin

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Black Diamond GTX Frontpoint Gaiters:

I've used a pair for 4-5 years. worked perfectly in relentless postholing above the knees, to classic snow climbs mixed with rock. Sorry to hear some had buckle issues, maybe I have an older pair but they are still together. I really like the trimmed fit, they shed crampon snags well. I have a pair of OR crocs, also good, but I felt are too baggy. Agree with, dont see how these will go over a plastic boot. for me I'm more of a spring/summer use and lightweight or hybrid mt boot.