OUTDOOR RESEARCH CROCODILE GAITERS

On television, in magazines, and in the mountains all over the world, OR, Crocodiles have become the most visible of all gaiters. Is it their bombproof construction? Their trim fit? Their easy adjustability? Well, it's probably all of the above. In any case we're glad that this ground-breaking design has been so successful. Crocodiles were the first fitted gaiters whose size could be adjusted to fit tightly on boots of different sizes.

Changing the amount of overlap of the wide VELCRO® brand front strips changes the Croc's circumference, allowing a single pair to fit several different boot styles. The foot section is armored with denier Cordura and lined with the. The waterproof coatings on the two layers face one another so they'll never be worn away.

Taslan fabric covers the leg section and combined with a 3/4 in. wide webbing and cam buckle top closure, keeps out the elements.

• Gore-Tex®/Taslan® nylon uppers are waterproof and breathable Lower panels of coated Cordura® nylon lined with packcloth stand up to wear
• Changing the amount of overlap on the 2''-wide VELCRO® brand front closure adjusts the bottom circumference, allowing a fit over different boot styles
• Tapered at the ankle, reducing crampon-catching fabric; asymmetrical bottom edge provides a sleek, snug fit around the boot
• Seams are not factory-sealed; apply seam sealer to ensure total waterproofness
• Top closes with adjustable 1''-wide nylon webbing strap and low-profile cam buckle
• Rugged, nylon-backed neoprene instep strap with buckle secures the fit