Hey friends, it’s me—Toby. Today, I want to talk about something close to my heart and stitched into my lifestyle: Why I Wear Utility Kilts.
It started with a simple truth. For me, a kilt is more than a statement—it’s clothing. It’s practical. I hike, I climb mountains, I cross rivers. You won’t catch me doing any of that in a $500 wool kilt. I love tradition, don’t get me wrong. Pipe bands, Highland games, formal weddings—that’s all incredible. I’ve got Scotch-Irish blood in me, traced back to the Loch Lomond region. I try to honor that heritage, but I also live in the real world.
Recently, someone on social media called my kilt “an abomination.” Well bless your heart—I had to look that up. Oxford defines abomination as “a thing that causes disgust or hatred.” And honestly? That’s not what I’m about. Most folks I meet—on the trail or in the comments—live by a “live and let live” mentality. That’s where I stand too.
Let’s talk hiking gear. My boots? Trail-tested. My utility kilt? Loaded with pockets—no need to pull off my backpack every time I need a snack or a compass. I’ve tried sporrans, those leather pouches you wear with a traditional kilt, but for hiking they just flap around and get in the way. Utility kilts are built differently. They move with you, breathe better, and hold what you need.
And hey, styles and fabrics have evolved. Are you still wearing three-piece wool suits in the summer? Neither am I. Utility kilts use modern materials—they’re lightweight, durable, and more affordable than traditional Highland gear. That matters. Inclusivity matters. You don’t need a pedigree or a passport from Scotland to wear a kilt. After all, wearing a kilt is a superpower.
I don’t tell people what they can or can’t wear. Whether you’re rocking jeans or hiking in a kilt, that’s your business. But I’ll say this: any man who wears a kilt is a man and a half in my book. I’ll keep wearing mine, and I’ll keep seeking adventure. If you like what I share, give me that thumbs up, subscribe, and let me know what you think in the YouTube comments.
Let’s celebrate freedom, individuality, and the trail ahead—together.