Snake Proof Your Legs

You’ll be more at ease when you’re hunting in snake country.

By Gibbs Milliken

Paranoia strikes deep in the minds of hunters and hikers in rough terrain with unprotected feet and legs. Accidents caused by unseen snakes, cacti and other thorny plants obscured by deep grasses, rocks and chaparral,can happen at any moment. Texans learned long ago that it is practical to wear tall armored boots or leggings.

A simple and effective alternative to snake boots is to wear conventional hiking shoes of sturdy leather combined with special lightweight leg shields like Snake Guardz. These are 16 1/2-inch, snap-buckle leggings. When worn loosely, the hinged synthetic panels allow air to flow up from the ankles, making them comfortable even in hot climates. This compact design packs easily, is considerably less expensive than high-top boots and can be quickly attached or removed as needed. (From $64.95, Snake Guardz, available in various sizes, solid khaki or camo patterns.

Snake Guardz are constructed with 1000 denier Cordura Nylon encasing polycarbonate inserts which stop the fangs of poisonous snakes. Snake Guardz are snakeproof to 17" high-just like snake boots.  Weighing only 9 oz each, they are puncture resistant tested to ASTM 1342-91 standards and stop a 12-guage shotgun blast at 20 yards!  They utilize a unique toe cover which covers the laces of a boot or shoe and prevent the possibility of snake fangs becoming entangled in shoe laces when struck. You don't want a mad reptile hung on your shoe laces. Snake Guardz are the most effective leg armor available. Wear with thick leather shoes or boots for guaranteed protection against Rattlers and other poisonous vipers 

100% USA MADE

Snake Guardz™ are the original ultra light weight snake gaiter, with metatarsal protection, featuring a unique design which allows air circulation between the leg of the wearer and the Snake Guardz™.  They are manufactured in 1000 Denier Nylons, Cotton and the new Whisper Quiet Amerisuede™, all with DWR water repellant coatings.  Stocking sizes fit from a 4-year old child to a 500 pound person.