Powder (leg) gaiters are extensions to your pants inside the pant legs. This is an elastic gaiter that stretches around your boots and serves as a barrier that prevents snow and wind from getting inside your pants. If you’ve ever tried regular pants for skiing and snow activities, you know how irritating it can be when they slide up and the snow gets inside the cuff or into the boots. You get very cold, wet, and feel unpleasant. Powder gaiters help avoid that.
They also keep the pants in place not just when skiing, but also when walking in deep snow. Finally, they help keep the warmth inside the pant legs, preventing it from escaping. It’s a fantastic addition that you can find on all the best snow pants models. Consider getting a pair that has powder gaiters – you won’t believe the difference in comfort they give you.