Kokanee Gore-Tex

Despite the caution in the description, I find these gaiters great for mountaineering!!! Granted I'm one of the smallest people on the mountain, but the medium fits over my mountaineering boots no problem. Perhaps those with really big boots may not fit the XL. Between these gaiters and my boots, I have had dry feet on days when climbing partners have been ringing out their socks. The bootstraps are fastened with rivets as opposed to stiching, which is supposted to make them more durable. The elastic drawstring at the top keeps them secure. They are a good value gaiter.

Edit: May 2005
Now that I've been trashing these things for a few seasons, the only thing that started to wear was the velcro attachment on the front. I did need to reinforce the velcro with a sewing machine, but once done, they still work fine. The medium is a little small for my larger plastic boots, but I've been getting away with it. All in all, still good value.

They are cheaper than more expensive OR, etc. gaitors will giving the same performance. Size L fits over my Size 47 Scarpa Cumbre's. Might have trouble over double plastics though. Have worked really well for me. Had to patch a few holes due to crampon cuts, but that's not the gaitor's fault. Seal down nice and tight. Quick to put on. Durable. Cheap.