I've bought a few pairs of gaiters in my time but I wish to sing the praises of my Rab ones in particular They have taken a real pounding last year and during this winter especially because of the rain and mud which is particular sticky and gooey at the moment and will just not go away. They are caked in mud, they have seen me though muddy woods, soggy fields, large and sometimes deep puddles and they still work perfectly. They have stayed secure, need no adjustment once on and have never let water through to my socks or lower trousers. One of my personal best buys!