I live in buffalo, NY and we have lots of snow and I am thinking to order this item, but not sure what size to order, should i order size 1 or size 4?
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22" or 17.5" - I live in mountains of CO and currently have a 24" from another brand which broke after 6 years. The thing to consider is what you do with the snow once it is in the scoop. If you have a place to push the snow and do not have to lift it then go for the larger size. Avoid lifting. The end of the driveway where the city snow plow deposits dense snow is the challenge. That is what will break your scoop. I deposit my driveway snow in my front yard where it piles up sometimes to 6'. Build a ramp and never lift the snow.
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If you have a lot of snow, bigger is better. The reasons to get a smaller size that I can think of are if you have physical limitations or narrow sidewalks.
1865479
I live in central NH and the size 1 is the best fit for me. One thing to consider is that pushing the scoop is fairly easy but unloading it can be more of an issue especially depending on your strength and age (I am in my seventies).
1865480
I have no recall of what number I ordered. I use it to just push snow since my back is injured. If snow is very heavy it is more difficult to move very far.
1865481
I didn't realize there were different sizes. Mine isn't huge, but also not small. I tried a huge one while in Norway and that worked well. Too small and it will take longer to scoop.
1865482
You need to look again. The number four refers to the quantity (4 scoops), not the size of the scoop. There is only one size of this scoop (22 inches wide).
1865483
I honestly don't know the difference. I have a 1, and that works for snow in South Dakota.
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Small would likely NOT leave room for layers of socks. It is best to error on the large size to make room for socks, pants, rain jacket, etc. I wear shoe size 10.5 and I ordered the Large. You could TRY medium. I can re-post after I get mine. Order boots one size larger than your normal shoe size. If the shoes squeeze your feet, your toes will freeze in cold streams.
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I would order a size 14, I ordered one of my size and it fits very well. As it doesn,t "give" too much, that´s my advice
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I take a women's 11 so I got a large and and extr large and here is the reason why. I have snow boots that are really wide and the large will not fir them so I use the extra large. Then if I were snow boots that are a ladies more dress boot they are much narrower and the XL will slip off those so I wear the large with those. I always get 2 sizes because there are so many different sized shoes and boots as far as the outside of the shoe or boot goes. And these grips should always stretch and fit nice and snugly on the outside of the boot or shoe. Got them both.....trust me...i have 5 pair and I wear them all winter long.....can't tell ou how many times they have literally saved my butt ~:) I take a women's 11 so I got a large and and extr large and here is the reason why. I have snow boots that are really wide and the large will not fir them so I use the extra large. Then if I were snow boots that are a ladies more dress boot they are much narrower and the XL will slip off those so I wear the large with those. I always get 2 sizes because there are so many different sized shoes and boots as far as the outside of the shoe or boot goes. And these grips should always stretch and fit nice and snugly on the outside of the boot or shoe. Got them both.....trust me...i have 5 pair... » Read More I take a women's 11 so I got a large and and extr large and here is the reason why. I have snow boots that are really wide and the large will not fir them so I use the extra large. Then if I were snow boots that are a ladies more dress boot they are much narrower and the XL will slip off those so I wear the large with those. I always get 2 sizes because there are so many different sized shoes and boots as far as the outside of the shoe or boot goes. And these grips should always stretch and fit nice and snugly on the outside of the boot or shoe. Got them both.....trust me...i have 5 pair and I wear them all winter long.....can't tell ou how many times they have literally saved my butt ~:) « Show Less
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I wear a size 9 in a woman's shoe and bought the medium 7-8 because I thought the fins were in a men's size. It was way too small---very tight. So, I reordered the Medium Large 8-10 and it was perfect. I always wear a fin sock too for blistering. With the sock it was cozy and comfortable. PS...I just saw on a review that they are boys sizes. That explains it. A woman on one of the reviews said she wears an 8 but had to order a medium-large.
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I were a med (I'm a size 8) and I ordered a med. I was worried about the rain pants dragging on the ground so I didn't want to order a large. So the pants fit great over my khaki work pants In the summer. I work out side so in the winter I were flannel lined paints, I can not fit my rain pants over them. The jacket is a bit small. I can only where a t-shirt under it. I love this rain suit. I hope this helps
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I wear the same size as you and ordered 11. They fit fine and would have accommodated some fairly thick socks. I returned them due to the inside circumference of the boot being too large to tighten when my insulated jeans were inside and the exterior circumference being too large to allow wearing my jeans outside. The apparent quality was impressive and I've no doubt they would have kept my feet warm in any weather condition...the insulation was incredibly thick. I realize I've commented on more than the question you asked but the question you asked suggested, to me, you had not been able to try these on in person. Hope this is helpful. I wear the same size as you and ordered 11. They fit fine and would have accommodated some fairly thick socks. I returned them due to the inside circumference of the boot being too large to tighten when my insulated jeans were inside and the exterior circumference being too large to allow wearing my jeans outside. The apparent quality was impressive and I've no doubt they would have kept my feet warm in any weather condition...the insulation was incredibly thick. I realize I've commented on more than the question you asked but the question you asked suggested, to me, you had not been able... » Read More I wear the same size as you and ordered 11. They fit fine and would have accommodated some fairly thick socks. I returned them due to the inside circumference of the boot being too large to tighten when my insulated jeans were inside and the exterior circumference being too large to allow wearing my jeans outside. The apparent quality was impressive and I've no doubt they would have kept my feet warm in any weather condition...the insulation was incredibly thick. I realize I've commented on more than the question you asked but the question you asked suggested, to me, you had not been able to try these on in person. Hope this is helpful. « Show Less
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I ordered it in my son's normal size. He wears it under snow boarding gear so he wants it fit like an extra skin for added warmth.
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Mine didn't fit, so I never used it. I have the same problem of trying to keep the snow off. Sorry I wasn't help on this one!
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I would recommend that you order the size 12 or 12.5. My husband wears a size 11.5 and I bought him the size 11. It fit a little snug at first, but, it stretched quickly once he got in the water
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I tried some on in a store and they had a sizing chart on the tag. If you google "snow shoe sizing chart" you will get a link to a sizing chart online. Have fun!
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I am 5"10" 230 lbs. and I went with the xxl suit. It is a tad big but gives me room to move around and add more layers of clothes if needed. You may want to go with the xl, the bibs fit me perfect and the coat is a tad big but not bad at all. I have NEVER gotten cold in this suit with minimal clothing and some pretty severe weather. You are going to love it!
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I too got hung up on the sizing chart and decided to disregard the chart. I normally wear somewhere between size small and medium. After trying on both sizes, I went with the small. Don't plan to put several layers between you and the coat or you won't feel the heat. Yesterday's high was 25 degrees and I was outside all day with the jacket and a t-shirt under it (and a spare battery!).
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I'd go with the next size up. I wear heavy socks in winter and my size 10's just (no wiggle room) fit. If you plan on wearing heavy socks, upsizing is my choice.
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The best advice I can give on sizing is to go to their website, click FAQ and then call their 800 number. Moosjaw stores live chat was also helpful in determining the best size. The reason I say this is that the size is very dependent on the usage. I ordered the XL mainly to go over my large pac boots I wear ice fishing and still hunting deer in the winter muzzle loader season in Canada. Calf and shoe size are only helpful to a point since the ultimate measurement is what you will be wearing and putting the gaiter over top of when you are dressed. One solution is to put on the clothing you will be using and then measure. The larger sizes are taller which to me means warmer and more waterproof. There is a belt tightener at the top as well as under your boot ahead of the heel. I use a smaller size for fall grouse hunting and the XL for winter snowshoes on a size 10 lacrosse pac boot.I love these gaiters and if you follow the instructions in putting them on you will love them too. Another tip is to put them on with the boot buckle to the outside where it won't catch your clothing . cheers
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I am 5"10" 230 lbs. and I went with the xxl suit. It is a tad big but gives me room to move around and add more layers of clothes if needed.You may want to go with the xl, the bibs fit me perfect and the coat is a tad big but not bad at all.I have NEVER gotten cold in this suit with minimal clothing and some pretty severe weather. You are going to love it!
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I would go up 1 size. If I wear a long sleeve t-shirt on, it fits fine but if I have a sweater or sweatshirt on, it feels snug. I like a little more room. Other than that, I love the coat, just wished I got a size bigger.