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Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters
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Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters

Item # 725915

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The Outdoor Research Crocodile® gaiters keep snow out of your boots while climbing mountains, cross-country skiing or hiking over snow fields.

  • Gore-Tex®/Taslan® nylon uppers are waterproof and breathable; durable lower panels of coated Cordura® nylon are lined with packcloth
  • Changing the amount of overlap on the 2-inch wide hook and loop closure adjusts the bottom circumference, allowing a fit over different boots
  • Top closes with adjustable ¾-inch wide nylon webbing strap and low-profile cam buckle
  • Tapered at the ankle, reducing crampon-catching fabric; asymmetrical bottom edge provides a sleek, snug fit around the boot
  • Rugged, nylon-backed neoprene instep strap with buckle secures the fit
  • Seams are not factory-sealed; apply seam sealer if you need to ensure total waterproofness

Gaiter sizes fit U.S. boot sizes as follows:

  • Small fits men's sizes 4 - 7 and women's 5.5 - 8.5
  • Medium fits men's sizes 6 - 9 and women's 7.5 - 10.5
  • Large fits men's sizes 8 - 11 and women's 9.5 - 12.5
  • X Large fits men's sizes 10 - 13 and women's 11.5 and +

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Item 725915

Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters Specs

Specification

Description

Lower materialCordura nylon/packcloth nylon
Upper material3-layer Gore-Tex/Taslan nylon
Gaiter height16 inches
GenderUnisex

Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters Customer Reviews

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Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters
 
4.7

(based on 27 reviews)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (23)
  • Breathable (15)
  • Lightweight (13)
  • Warm (7)
  • Waterproof (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Hiking and camping (21)
    • Wet weather (17)
    • Mountaineering (8)
    • Snowshoeing (7)
    • Climbing (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (20), Professional guide (5), Casual adventurer (3)

    Reviewed by 27 customers

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    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Cant go Wrong

    By Joshs

    from Colorado

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Winter Adventurer, Winter nut

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Dries Quickly
    • Durable
    • Easy On/Off
    • Lightweight
    • Secure Fit

    Cons

    • Cant think of any

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Everyday/Practical Use
    • Mountaineering
    • Skiing
    • Snow
    • Snowshoeing

    Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

    I have owned there for about 4/5 years. They are tough as nails never have had a problem with them. i am out all winter long hiking, camping, snowshoe like crazy, tele ski, and just in the back country of Colorado.i would and do recommended these to any one. I have found that they run a little small i ware a size 10 boot and my gaiters are an XL,but they work on everything from my trail shoe to my tele boots.

    • Gift:
    • No

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Passed the Test

    By Tru3 Blu3 AL

    from Sandy, UT

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Dries Quickly
    • Durable
    • Easy On/Off
    • Lightweight
    • Multi-Use
    • Secure Fit

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Climbing
      • Everyday/Practical Use
      • Snowshoeing

      Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

      I use this snowshoeing here in Utah. I've strapped them on two different shoe types. The XL worked great on my size 13 Salomon XCR Trail Running Shoe's but they didn't quite work out with my size 13 Salomon B52's so I actually returned the XL's and got the XXL's which work out great still on the trail running shoes.

      But with the early season snow here in Utah I've been able to get out and test them in different conditions and I am very satisfied. The Gore-Tex is obviously a huge plus and these kept my legs/feet perfectly dry. I'm not sure what took me so long to get these...

      (2 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Garbage!

      By jox

      from Golden, CO

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable

      Cons

      • Poorly Constructed
      • Wears Out Quickly

      Best Uses

      • Hiking and Camping
      • Snowshoeing
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

      Poor quality control led to me getting a pair that came apart at the seams after one use. The stitching was placed too close to the edge of the material and so it came apart. Now I have a giant hole on the front of one of the gaiters. I've been unable to repair it and so I just go out with a [$] product and get wet. Won't be buying OR stuff again.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too long

      (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      The industry standard

      By Max Power

      from Olympia, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Durable
      • Waterproof

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Climbing
      • Hiking and Camping

      Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

      These gaitors are the industry standard. Seriously, I don't know why anyone else even makes gaitors.

      The competitors will never be as durable or reliable as the original.

      Be sure to pick the right color: If you buy these, you'll never have to replace them.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Excellent Product and Service

      By LimekilnLake

      from Wind Point, WI

      Pros

      • Easy On/Off
      • Multi-Use
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cross country skiing
        • Snowshoeing
        • Winter hiking

        Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

        A note to [...], who was dissatisfied with this product, and anyone else who is considering OR crocodile gaiters.I bought a pair of OR crocodile gaiters from REI at least 15 years ago. Wore them regularly every winter. Recently, the seam on the front that holds the velcro to the shell failed. (Truth be told, I probably contributed to the failure because I should have had the next larger size.)Based on info from the OR web site, I learned they have a UNCONDITIONAL GUARANTEE. I simply mailed the old pair to OR, and a couple weeks later, I received a brand new pair, no questions, no hassle.I rated these four stars because they did fail eventually, but this was **far** outweighed by OR's extraordinary service and return policy.

        • Gift:
        • No

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great for everything

        By redsilver

        from Albuquerque, NM

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Warm

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Great to keep in the car
          • Hiking and Camping
          • Travel
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

          I use these every winter and my girlfriend always laughs at me saying how silly I look in them, untill she wore them when we went for a hike in 12" of new powder and all she had was a pair of water proof ankle high boots and jeans. Needless to say we were a bit under dressed but it was a spur of the moment hike. I always keep winter gear in my Jeep and the Gaitors are a part of that gear. Well we all know who wound up wearing them and she just loved them,... You don't need big boots or snow pants when you have these great things in your grear bag!! And now I have to take my girlfriend to [...] buy her own pair, cause that's all she talks about is how much she loved them!!I have used my pair going on the third year now,.. and they still work and look great! I would never leave home in the winter with out them!

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Excellent Quality!!!

          By Ketchikan

          from Joliet, Illinois

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Hiking and Camping
            • Snow Sports
            • Wet Weather

            Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

            These gaiters are made much better than the others sold [...]. The velcro is much thicker, the strap that goes under the boot is also a heavier quality. The gaiters seal very well over boots and do a great job keeping the snow out!!!. Much better than the others I have used!!!

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            The Standard!!

            By mtngoat

            from Eugene, OR

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Waterproof

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Hiking and Camping
              • Mountaineering
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

              Seems like most mountaineers prefer the OR Gore-Tex Crocodile. These "Gaiters" are excellent, for climbing in all weather conditions.

              The simple design is very sleak and you'll hardly notice them once you're off on the trial.

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Sleeve Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Chest Size:
              • Feels true to size

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Best Gators I've Ever Owned

              By Arizona Bay

              from Bellingham, WA

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Durable
              • Lightweight
              • Warm

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Hiking and Camping
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

                Very durable in brush and I've never gotten wet with these on. What else do you need?

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                fantastic!

                By klathrop

                from Castle Rock, CO

                About Me Professional Guide

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Durable
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Hiking and Camping
                  • Mountaineering
                  • Snowshoeing
                  • Wet Weather

                  Comments about Outdoor Research Gore-Tex Crocodile Gaiters:

                  These are the industry standard when it comes to gaiters. They breathe well and never slip down. I actually wore the straps out on one pair and OR quickly sent me replacements!

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size

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