That’s exactly what overshoes do.
Overshoes are gaiters and ice cleats combined, they keep snow out, seal in warmth, and give you the traction that prevents slips and falls on icy surfaces. For anyone working outdoors in winter, it’s the all-in-one solution that makes gaiters and separate cleats a thing of the past.
Gaiters are great for keeping snow, slush, and debris out of your boots. They wrap around the lower leg and top of your footwear, acting as a shield against moisture.
If your biggest challenge is deep snow, gaiters do their job.
But if you’re walking on ice, packed snow, or wet pavement, gaiters don’t help you stay upright, they simply protect from snow entry.
That’s where gaiters stop.
And that’s where overshoes begin.
Overshoes take everything gaiters do: coverage, weatherproofing, and durability, and then add the one thing gaiters lack: traction.
Winter Walking’s ICEGRIPS Overshoes feature:
Tungsten carbide studs that bite into ice
A tough rubber shell that fully encloses your footwear
Compatibility with any work boot or shoe
Slip-on design for quick transitions between indoor and outdoor areas
In other words, overshoes aren’t just protection, they’re performance.
They don’t just block snow; they help you walk confidently on ice.
| Feature | Gaiters | Overshoes |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Keeps snow out | Combines snow protection with traction |
| Traction on Ice | None | Excellent (studded cleats) |
| Coverage | Partial (leg + boot top) | Full boot coverage |
| Durability | Moderate | High (industrial rubber + studs) |
| Ease of Use | Moderate | Slip-on design |
| Ideal For | Deep snow or light hiking | Worksites, icy parking lots, daily outdoor use |
Gaiters are a barrier. Overshoes are a solution.
If gaiters are a raincoat for your boots, overshoes are a full winter armor: waterproof, insulated, and slip-resistant.
For anyone working outdoors- delivery drivers, utility workers, construction crews, traction matters more than anything.
A waterproof boot or gaiter won’t stop a slip on black ice, but overshoes will.
Each ICEGRIPS Overshoe uses industrial-grade footwear ice grips that dig into icy surfaces and help prevent workplace injuries.
That’s why safety managers and employers across North America choose overshoes as part of their slip-and-fall prevention programs.
Overshoes eliminate the need for separate gaiters and cleats.
You get:
The snow-blocking protection of gaiters
The traction of professional ice cleats
The convenience of one easy-to-use product
Instead of managing two pieces of winter gear, you simply slip on your overshoes and go: ready for ice, slush, or snow-covered walkways.
If your crews are currently issued gaiters or basic slip-resistant boots, consider upgrading to ICEGRIPS Overshoes. They provide:
More coverage (protect boots and pant cuffs)
Fewer replacements (longer lifespan than fabric gaiters)
Better compliance (workers actually wear them because they’re quick and comfortable)
It’s one of the simplest, most cost-effective upgrades you can make for winter safety.
ICEGRIPS Overshoe – Full-coverage overshoe with 22 studs
ICEGRIPS Overshoe Low Cut – Sleeker profile for mixed indoor/outdoor use
Both model combines snow-blocking gaiter coverage with ice-biting traction cleats.
Gaiters protect your boots.
Ice cleats protect your steps.
Overshoes do both.
With ICEGRIPS Overshoes, you don’t need to choose between gaiters or cleats- you get full winter protection in one product that keeps your team safer, drier, and upright on the ice.