Best Running Gaiters of 2026

If you’re familiar with the joy of running down a slope of soft scree — a common experience for runners on the U.S. Pacific Northwest’s crumbly volcanoes, for example — you know that once you get to the bottom, you need to sit down and dump debris out of your shoes before continuing on your way.

The best running gaiters — light, breathable, and protective — can keep rocks and debris out of your shoes without causing your feet to overheat, reducing the chance of blisters and minimizing discomfort caused by small pieces of debris.

Running gaiters cover only the top of the shoe and ankle, and are lighter and less bulky than traditional gaiters used for hiking and mountaineering. They tend to be water resistant rather than waterproof, making them more breathable. If your trail running takes you off the trail or through mud, scree, brush, or lots of dust, gaiters could be a worthwhile addition to your gear bin.

However, even among running-specific gaiters, some notable differences exist in materials, style, fit, and shoe attachment systems. Below, we’ve rounded up the best trail running gaiters currently available and highlighted the conditions in which they excel.

We loved the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid for all-around use, while we turned to the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter for cold and wet conditions. And when we were running in hot weather, we turned to the Altra Trail Gaiter.

For more background information, see our buying advice, testing methodology, and frequently asked questions.

Best Running Gaiters

• Best Overall Running Gaiters: Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid
• Best Running Gaiters — Runner-Up: REI Co-op Swiftland Running Gaiters
• Best Running Gaiters for Hot Weather: Altra Trail Gaiter
• Best Running Gaiters for Cold Weather: Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter
• Best Minimalist Running Gaiters: Salomon Trail Gaiters Low
• Best Minimalist Running Gaiters — Runner-Up: Topo Performance Gaiter
• Best Budget Running Gaiters: Dirty Girl Gaiters

Best Overall Running Gaiters: Kahtoola​ INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid ($55)

Pros:

• Multiple adjustment points for a precise fit on any shoe
• High-quality materials and construction
• Mid-height provides significant protection from brush and rocks

Cons:

• High price point
• Could be too much gaiter for some environments

When it comes to a high quality and durable trail running gaiter, the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid has you covered — literally. Of all the gaiters in this guide, it provides the most comprehensive coverage while still being lightweight. This gaiter features a stretch-woven nylon blend, a sturdy YKK zipper, and the brand’s DuraLink instep strap. Yet, it weighs just 2.4 to 2.7 ounces per pair, depending on size.

These gaiters combine the best of all worlds, being highly protective yet lightweight enough to remain essentially unnoticeable. The material is thin enough to easily ball the gaiter up in your fist.

We tested these gaiters in a variety of weather conditions and on many types of trails. After many miles on rocky terrain, they showed very little sign of wear and effectively kept debris out of our shoes. They also performed admirably at keeping our feet dry when running in muddy and slushy conditions. The material did a great job shedding mud, though thicker mud tended to build up on the instep attachment points.

This gaiter comes in two heights: the mid — which was our favorite — ends about a hand’s width above the ankle and will likely cover your running socks, and the low option is about 2.5 inches shorter and covers just above the ankle. We preferred the mid-height version for its extra coverage.

A front hook and an adjustable instep strap attach to any trail running shoe with a secure fit. One of our testers found that the front attachment hook would come off when traveling off-track on tussocky and bushy terrain in New Zealand, where vegetation grabbed everything. Still, even with the front hook undone, the gaiter stayed in place.

The top of the gaiter also cinches closed to keep the gaiter in place and prevent debris from entering at the top. While we experienced a little bit of sag when the gaiter was wet, it wasn’t bad enough to consider it an issue.

The breathable nylon-blend fabric is treated with a durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, and the zipper is backed with the same fabric to prevent chafing if you’re wearing low socks. This gaiter is easy to take on and off without removing your shoe.

Material: 86% stretch-woven nylon/14% polyurethane blend with a DWR coating

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Best Running Gaiters — Runner-Up: REI Co-op Swiftland Running Gaiters ($35)

Pros:

• Adjustable elastic cord tucks out of the way
• Grippy material inside the top cuff keeps the gaiter in place
• Breathable, quick-drying fabric

Cons:

• Limited durability
• Requires removing your shoes to put the gaiter on or take it off

When we tested the REI Co-op Swiftland Running Gaiters, we were impressed with how easy it was to forget we were even wearing them. Lightweight and breathable, these gaiters fit like a comfortable sock that happens to attach to the outside of your shoe. There’s a subtly grippy material inside the top cuff that prevents the gaiters from slouching and also helps keep out dust and debris.

The material breathed well, dried quickly, and shed mud splatters. Although the stitching held up well during testing, we did notice a hint of abrasion on the fabric inside the ankles, so our hunch is that these gaiters could have limited durability in the roughest terrain.

The front hook and adjustable elastic cord attach to any trail running shoe. These gaiters also have a piece of Velcro on the back that works with nearly any shoe with a gaiter trap, which is essentially a piece of Velcro on the heel of the shoe. Altra and several other shoes feature a gaiter trap, and you can add one to most shoes by adhering a small patch of Velcro to them. If you do this, you can remove the elastic cord under the shoe.

Material: 76% polyester/24% spandex

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Best Running Gaiters for Hot Weather: Altra Trail Gaiter ($25)

Pros:

• Lightweight and breathable
• Quick-drying fabric

Cons:

• Fit is slightly loose around the collar of the shoe
• Limited durability

Weighing just 1.3 ounces per pair, the Altra Trail Gaiter is one of the lightest and most breathable gaiter options available.

This gaiter is perfect for dusty trails and hot desert running. It features an airy nylon-spandex blend that’s quick-drying and durable enough for all but the most rugged environments. Although these gaiters have held their own on the U.S. Pacific Northwest’s volcanic rock, they really shine on hot trails where breathability matters as much as keeping the dust out of your shoes.

They’ve also proven their worth on the scree fields of the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, where long descents on loose rock often require stopping to remove shoes to clear them of debris, unless wearing gaiters. In fact, iRunFar managing editor Eszter Horanyi wore these gaiters on her 57-hour romp through Colorado’s Sawatch Mountains to set an unsupported FKT on the Nolan’s 14 line.

The simple attachment system is designed specifically for Altra’s trail shoes. However, these gaiters can work for just about any shoe if you purchase some Velcro and stick it to the back of your favorite trail running shoes. They fit fairly well and stay in place, but they are a little loose around the bottom, giving us some doubt about their performance in ankle-deep sand or scree. We wouldn’t choose these gaiters in situations where we were traveling off-trail through dense underbrush that could push the sides of these gaiters up and deposit debris in our shoes.

Material: 82% nylon/18% spandex

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Best Running Gaiters for Cold Weather: Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter ($25)

Pros:

• Highly water resistant
• Knitted ankle cuff is snug and comfortable
• Compatible with any shoe using rubber O-rings

Cons:

• Slow drying
• Hook attachments are not compatible with all Inov8 trail running shoes
• Multiple detachable (thus, misplaceable) parts with the O-rings

For shoulder-season running that involves chilly temperatures, slushy trails, and sloppy mud, we recommend the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter. Coming from a brand that builds gear to perform in the wet, muddy terrain of the English fells, it’s no surprise that these gaiters excel in these conditions.

These gaiters feature a knitted ankle cuff and a highly water-resistant fabric, which we initially tested by holding them under a running faucet. In wet conditions, they outperformed every other gaiter we tested for keeping mud out of our shoes.

The downside of the double-layer, water-resistant fabric is that it doesn’t breathe well or dry quickly. We found that several hours after a run, these gaiters were still damp around the ankle from lingering sweat. We got the same result after the faucet test — it wasn’t easy to soak them, but after four hours of sitting out, they were not completely dry.

Inov8 designed these gaiters for conditions when shoes and other running gear never completely dry, and they will stay warm even when wet. Whether you’re using these gaiters in damp or dry conditions, you’ll only want them if it’s cold out. We don’t recommend them for warmer, humid conditions.

The brand constructed these gaiters to work well with any type of shoe, Inov8 or not. They are especially compatible with select Inov8 trail running shoes that utilize a built-in attachment system with metal hooks, but they will work with any trail running shoes using the included O-rings.

This system works well enough when the gaiter is on the shoe, but since the O-rings don’t attach securely to the metal hooks, they can fall off and get lost when not in use.

Material: 90% polyester/10% polyamide

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Best Minimalist Running Gaiters: Salomon Trail Gaiters Low ($40)

Pros:

• Easy on/off
• Durable construction
• Low height provides ample protection with moderate coverage

Cons:

• Relatively heavy
• Could chafe the top of the ankle

If you want a pair of gaiters that cover as little of your shoe as possible while still keeping rocks out, the Salomon Trail Gaiters Low are worth a look. These minimalist gaiters provide a surprising amount of protection for their size. One of the unique features of these gaiters is that you can set the tightness around your ankle. They are easy to take on and off, even with your shoes on, and they are compatible with any shoe.

The fabric is thicker than many other gaiters in this guide, but it has enough stretch to fit snugly around the top of a shoe and provide a seal around the shoe collar. They work well as an everyday gaiter in all but the muddiest or sandiest conditions.

The underfoot strap is quite thick and durable and easily stays in place, even on rough terrain, and the hook-and-loop closure keeps the back of the gaiter in place on technical and rocky terrain. Unfortunately, the durable materials and construction come with a cost. At four ounces for the pair, they’re about twice as heavy as comparable gaiters, such as the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid, which weighs 2.4 to 2.7 ounces per pair, and the Topo Performance Gaiter, which weighs even less at 1.8 to 2 ounces per pair.

At first glance, we were worried that these gaiters could chafe the top of the ankle, but after extensive use, we haven’t had any issues.

Material: 78% polyamide/22% elastane on the front face/100% polyester on the back face

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Best Minimalist Running Gaiters — Runner-Up: Topo Performance Gaiter ($35)

Pros:

• Secure attachment with three hooks
• Easy on/off
• Durable construction

Cons:

• Only compatible with Topo trail shoes
• Could chafe the top of the ankle

If you prefer Topo trail running shoes, the Topo Performance Gaiter is an easy addition to your next pair of fresh kicks. These gaiters include three hooks — two in the back and one in the front — that attach to the built-in loops on all Topo trail running shoes.

They’re easy to put on and take off, and you don’t need to remove your shoes to do so. Along with the hook attachments, the gaiters wrap around the top of the shoe and secure in place with an overlapping hook-and-loop closure. There aren’t any underfoot straps. The design does a great job of keeping dirt and debris out of the shoe. The gaiter fabric doesn’t have a ton of stretch, and once they’re in place, they don’t budge. The fabric is thick and durable, yet it still breathes well.

We learned the hard way that these gaiters can and will chafe if you don’t wear socks underneath them. They’re minimalist enough that it’s easy to forget they’re on — until you’re losing skin where the thick seams overlap. It’s an easy fix if you wear running socks that reach above the top of the gaiter, so we’re still big fans.

Material: Stretch nylon/polyester trim

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Best Budget Running Gaiters: Dirty Girl Gaiters ($20)

 Pros:

• Lightweight
• Breathable
• Secure fit

Cons:

• Requires adding Velcro (included) to shoes
• Limited durability

Dirty Girl Gaiters started in 2004 when ultrarunning Xy Wiess made leopard-print gaiters to match a sports bra. They caught on quickly, and the woman-owned company based in Tucson, Arizona, has grown an international presence in the trail running and thru-hiking communities. While the gaiters are available at select retail stores in the U.S. and internationally, you can find the full selection of colors, patterns, and sizing information on the brand’s website.

These gaiters feature a polyester and Lycra blend similar to a bathing suit material, and they weigh just 1.5 ounces for a pair. We found the material to be breathable, and our feet never felt overheated. The top of the gaiter reaches a few inches above the ankle, and the fabric holds enough structure to stay securely in place.

They’re constructed similarly to the Altra Trail Gaiter and other over-the-shoe gaiters, with a hook in the front and a Velcro patch in the back. This makes them compatible with just about any trail shoe. You may have to install the self-adhesive Velcro yourself, but each set of gaiters comes with a 6-inch strip that provides more than enough for a couple of pairs of shoes.

Once installed, these gaiters provided a secure fit and kept dust, dirt, and debris out of our shoes. However, these stretchy, lightweight gaiters have limited durability, so you might rethink bushwhacking through brambles or scraping against sharp rocks.

Without a strap going under the shoe, they’re also prone to getting pushed up if traveling off-trail in bushy terrain, and could allow debris into the shoe. Overall, they’ll perform great in most trail running applications.

Material: 83% polyester/17% Lycra

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Comparing the Best Running Gaiters

GAITER	PRICE	HEIGHT	WEIGHT
Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid	$55	7.5 inches	2.4 ounces (S/M)
REI Co-op Swiftland Running Gaiters	$35	6.5 inches (M)	Not listed
Altra Trail Gaiter	$25	Not listed	1.3 ounces
Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter	$25	Not listed	2.1 ounces
Salomon Trail Gaiters Low	$40	Not listed	4 ounces
Topo Performance Gaiter	$35	Not listed	1.8 ounces (S/M)
Dirty Girl Gaiters	$20	Not listed	Not listed

 

How to Choose: A Buyer’s Guide for the Best Running Gaiters

Comfort and Fit

Comfort and fit are among the most important factors when choosing the best running gaiters. Many factors influence how a gaiter fits and feels, including its height and its snugness or looseness, along with the fabric’s feel, breathability, and water resistance.

Some trail running gaiters reach a few inches above the ankle, while more minimalist styles just barely cover the shoe collar. The Salomon Trail Gaiters Low and Topo Performance Gaiter provide a minimal look and feel, but they could chafe without protection from ankle- or crew-height running socks.

The fit of gaiters can vary. Some, like the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter, provide a snug fit against the shoe and leg, while others, like the Dirty Girl Gaiters, provide a looser, more airy fit. It’s important that gaiters fit relatively snugly around the edges to keep debris out, but the rest of the material can be looser or tighter, depending on your preference.

When choosing your gaiter size, we recommend referencing the size guide on the product page website. Many gaiters have an adjustment mechanism to snug them up, while others use fixed elastic.

Custom Compatibility Versus Universal Attachment

If you’re already running in a shoe brand that makes a custom running gaiter, choosing the gaiter built for your shoe is easy and convenient. However, some of these brand-specific gaiters can accommodate any shoe with some modification. The Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter comes with O-rings, and nearly any shoe can work with the Altra Trail Gaiter by adding a small piece of Velcro to the shoe’s heel.

Additionally, a variety of gaiters can work on just about any trail running shoe without modification. The Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid and Salomon Trail Gaiters Low attach to any trail running shoe via an underfoot strap and front hook, while the Dirty Girl Gaiters feature a front hook and gaiter-trap design for over-the-shoe attachment.

Water-Resistance and Breathability

The environments and trail surfaces where you’ll use gaiters — high alpine granite and shale, hot and dusty trails, or muddy and humid environments — will help guide the best trail running gaiter for your needs. You’ll want to balance breathability and water resistance when choosing between options.

If you’re in a cool or wet environment, you may opt for a water-resistant gaiter that comes up higher on your leg, such as the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid or Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter. If you’re in a relatively dry and dusty environment, you might opt for the lightweight breathability of the Altra Trail Gaiter or the Dirty Girl Gaiters.

Gaiter Height

Trail surfaces and conditions will inform an appropriate gaiter height. If you’re in mud, sand, deep scree, or thick brush, a running gaiter that reaches higher on your leg will better keep debris out of your shoes. The tradeoff is that any fabric covering your ankles and shoes will inhibit breathability. While the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid reaches higher than most of the other gaiters in this guide, it’s light enough that we didn’t have any overheating issues with it.

If you primarily run on buffed-out trails and simply want to keep dust and pebbles out of your shoes, the best running gaiter will have minimal coverage, such as the Salomon Trail Gaiters Low or the Topo Performance Gaiter.

Durability

Because gaiters are close to the ground, they’ll likely encounter rocks, brush, and other tear-causing elements on the trail, which means they need to be tough. However, increased durability can also mean less breathability, which can lead to hot and sweaty feet — a shoe environment that increases the chance of blisters.

If you know that you’re going to be using your gaiters off-trail or on rocky trails, it’s worth investing in a more durable pair of gaiters, like the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid. If you’re running in warm places or on smooth trails where dust and small rocks are the primary issues, it’s worth going for something more lightweight and breathable, like the Dirty Girl Gaiters.

Why You Should Trust Us

The iRunFar team comprises road, trail, and ultrarunners with hundreds of years of combined running experience. We began this running gaiters buyer’s guide with extensive research into the gaiters marketplace and polled our team for their opinions on gaiters that they’ve used over the years.

From there, author Alli Miles refined a list of the top choices and took nearly a dozen gaiters into the field. Testing the gaiters on everything from hot, dusty gravel roads to slushy snowmelt and sloppy, muddy trails around where she lives and runs in central Oregon, she rated them on their breathability, comfort, ease of use, and the level of protection they provided.

We continue to test new gaiters and keep the ones in this guide in our rotation to uncover any durability issues. Our testing ranges far and wide, including the notoriously wet and muddy backcountry of New Zealand. We evaluate gaiters on their fit, ease of use, durability, breathability, and ability to keep debris out of our shoes. We update this guide whenever we discover a new gaiter that meets our performance standards.

Frequently Asked Questions About Running Gaiters

What’s the purpose of running gaiters?

The primary purpose of running gaiters is to keep dirt, rocks, and other debris from getting inside your shoes and causing pain or blisters. Some of the higher gaiters, like the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid, can also keep burrs or grass seeds from attaching to your socks.

Gaiters are most frequently used by those putting in a lot of miles on terrain where small rocks or other debris can enter shoes. This can include scree slopes, off-trail routes, and brushy and overgrown terrain. Wearing gaiters, you’ll spend less time stopping to empty your shoes of rocks and minimize the chance of foot irritation. This is also important if you’re racing and don’t want to have to stop and deal with pebbles in your shoes

Even a small amount of dirt between your feet and your shoes can cause friction and irritation. Dirt can build up between your toes, resulting in blisters. Gaiters such as the Altra Trail Gaiter will keep most of it out, while gaiters that cover more of your foot, like the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid, keep even more debris out, including fine dust and sand. The Marathon de Sables traverses the very sandy Saharan Desert, and racers there use gaiters that cover their entire shoe down to the midsole.

While not necessarily an essential piece of gear for many runners, running gaiters can significantly improve comfort on long, high-mileage days or when tackling a wider variety of terrain and trail conditions.

What’s the difference between hiking gaiters and running gaiters?

There are a few key differences between hiking gaiters and running gaiters. First, hiking gaiters are generally taller and designed to cover the top of hiking boots, whereas running gaiters stop at the top of the shoe or a couple of inches above the ankle. Some are very minimalist, like the Topo Performance Gaiter.

Hiking gaiters employ stiff, sturdy, highly durable, and often waterproof materials. They can keep boots dry through rainy weather or creek crossings — possibly over multiday hiking or backpacking trips where there may not be an opportunity to dry out boots. Companies also design hiking gaiters to withstand abrasive brush and brambles, as well as to protect against poison ivy, poison oak, snake bites, and ticks.

Traditional hiking gaiters are too heavy and cumbersome for running. Since we’re generally not as concerned about wet socks, given that our shoes generally aren’t waterproof, we don’t need a heavy-duty waterproof gaiter.

Runners are concerned primarily with keeping dirt, small rocks, and other debris out of their shoes. As a result, running gaiters made of light fabrics sacrifice some durability and waterproofness for the sake of nimbleness and breathability.

When should I use gaiters for running?

Running gaiters are a good option for long distances or any travel over loose, pebbly, challenging terrain. On maintained trails, gaiters can keep out fine dust, improve comfort, and save you time by eliminating the need to stop and dump dirt, pebbles, or silt. Gaiters can also help keep debris out if traveling in silty waterways.

If you frequently find annoying pebbles in your shoes or have to stop often to empty your shoes, you might benefit from a pair of the best running gaiters. The REI Co-op Swiftland Running Gaiters work well on a mix of terrain and are so comfortable you might forget you are wearing them.

Are trail running gaiters worth it?

Not everyone needs gaiters, but many people could benefit from them. You may not need gaiters if you’re running on buffed-out, well-trafficked trails, and your feet stay relatively dry and clean. But if you’re spending long days on wet, muddy, snowy, rocky, or dusty mountain trails, gaiters could be a great addition to your trail running kit.

If you’re running in soggy, muddy places, gaiters like the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter will provide good protection, while something lightweight and minimal, like the Topo Performance Gaiter, will perform better in dry, dusty conditions.

If you’ve experienced discomfort or blisters from debris-filled shoes, or if you are tired of having to stop to empty rocks out of your shoes during your runs, running gaiters will be a worthwhile investment.

Do some trail shoes come with built-in gaiters?

Yes! Some trail running shoes, notably the Hoka Tecton X 3, come with a gaiter built into the shoe. Several other shoes have built-in gaiters, many of them waterproof models made for wet-weather or snowy running. If you run in rainy places, they could be worth a look, though adding the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter to your current pair of shoes could do the trick, as well.

Make sure the gaiters you purchase are compatible with your running shoes. The Topo Performance Gaiter is only compatible with Topo running shoes. The Altra Trail Gaiter is designed specifically for the gaiter trap on Altra shoes, but you can add a piece of Velcro to the heel of any shoe to create a gaiter trap. All of the other gaiters in this guide, including the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid, are compatible with any running shoes.

Are trail running gaiters waterproof?

While some of the best running gaiters are water resistant, including the Inov8 All Terrain Gaiter, which excels in wet and muddy conditions, they are generally not waterproof. Since our shoes tend to be quick-drying and not waterproof, runners prefer gaiter breathability over waterproofness.

Waterproof fabric inhibits breathability and slows the drying process, potentially resulting in sweaty, uncomfortable feet and blisters. Breathable fabrics keep things cool and allow feet, socks, and shoes to dry more quickly.

Unlike mountaineers, hikers, or backpackers, who may opt for traditional knee-high waterproof gaiters over waterproof boots, trail runners typically wear gaiters to keep debris out, not water. The breathable, quick-drying upper material of most trail running shoes isn’t waterproof, so there’s no point in wearing waterproof gaiters. A set of waterproof gaiters could be beneficial if you’re wearing waterproof running shoes, but it’s often not worth the effort — feet just find a way to get wet.

What gaiters are best for running in the sand?

Sand has a knack for finding nooks and crannies. It’s highly abrasive and can quickly cause blisters if it works its way between your toes or under the sole of your foot. Blisters are not only painful, but they can also get infected and turn into a significant issue.

If you frequently run in the sand, your feet will thank you for an investment in a pair of gaiters like the Altra Trail Gaiter and the Dirty Girl Gaiters. They provide coverage around the top of the shoe to keep sand from getting in through the mesh upper material while staying breathable and light. While gaiters should keep out the majority of sand, grains may still find their way in through the shoe’s upper mesh. If you run often in sand, it could help to choose a shoe with a finely woven mesh upper.

What gaiters are used for the Marathon des Sables?

The six-day, 251-kilometer race in southern Morocco’s Sahara Desert is deemed one of the toughest ultramarathons. Among the extremes that Marathon des Sables runners face is a lot of sand. The multiday nature of the race makes it incredibly important for runners to keep their feet in good shape, which means keeping sand out of shoes.

Because of the intensity of the sand, many runners choose full-shoe gaiters, like those made by Raidlight and myRaceKit. While we didn’t test any gaiters designed to cover the entirety of the upper of a shoe, the Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Ultra-Light Gaiter Mid provided the highest level of coverage and will keep most sand and debris out of your shoe.

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