I would almost certainly hook my feet together with those t&k gaiters at the worst possible time!
I have had good luck with the OR crocs, which I still use in the winter. Also the sea to summit quagmire has been working well enough for me. The kennetreks were comfortable, but not very durable. Black diamonds were trash. Most everything from cabelas that I have used was also junk, but it's been a long time since I have bought any of their stuff - maybe it's better now.
