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Snake gaiter bank fishing
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03/13/23 02:45 PM
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Joined: Jun 2008
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Suge The Fisho
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Any recommendation on snake gaiter for walking the creek? would a calf length steel toe safety boots work?
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Re: Snake gaiter bank fishing
[Re: Suge The Fisho]
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03/13/23 06:04 PM
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Osbornfishing
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You have a better chance of being hit by lightning than getting bitten by a venomous snake. The vast majority of bites are in the hands, and most of the remaining bites are below the ankle, so most good boots will protect you from a bite in most situations. Most venomous snakes are trying to avoid you, with the possible exception of water moccasins, which can be very aggressive.
I have used true timber gaiters when working with snakes and they worked fine. Most of the gaiters work, but can be stiff and uncomfortable if you walk long distances. A good high boot should be more than enough protection in most situations. I have stepped on a few venomous snakes over the decades and never had one penetrate my boot.
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Re: Snake gaiter bank fishing
[Re: Suge The Fisho]
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03/13/23 07:32 PM
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hook-line&sinker
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That's what old hip waders are for...
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Re: Snake gaiter bank fishing
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03/14/23 03:22 AM
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Average Joe
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They sell rubber snake proof boots. It's what I've worn to go hog hunting in warmer weather over the years.
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Re: Snake gaiter bank fishing
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03/17/23 06:43 PM
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TXfisherman12
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I had a pair of snake boots bought from Bass Pro. Can’t remember the brand. Biggest complaint is that they were uncomfortable to walk in and ended up giving me shin splints. When I fish the banks I am usually covering a lot ground so I ended up ditching them and sticking with my hunting boots.
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