Family owned and operated out of 14 Loftus St, Bowral, NSW - Ph: 02 4879 9373

SNAKEPROTEX EXPEDITION Snake Protection Chaps - Medium

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SnakeProtex EXPEDITION Snake Protection Chaps - Medium

Code: SPX-M


New and Improved, the Snakeprotex EXPEDITION are here! These are hugely popular with campers, hikers, council workers, emergency services, government agencies, surveyors, hunters and home gardeners.

The New expedition range of Snakeprotex is 43% lighter than the Extreme, making them more comfortable to wear for longer periods while staying protected.

Sporting a range of fully adjustable features such as adjustable boot straps allowing for a better fit amongst a larger range of different boots, and adjustable top leg strap allowing for a firmer, closer and safer fit. Snakeprotex Expedition are now more versatile than ever.

A new press tab installed to clip over the zipper provides better security stopping the zip from moving whilst walking, working or out having a lot of fun.

With its water repellent tendencies a higher denier external black fabric, the Snakeprotex Extreme now offers you even more protection from snake strikes while looking like everyday workwear and lasting the distance.

Features:

  • Available in S,M, L & XL - Please scroll down for a table of measurements
  • Adjustable boot straps for a versatile fit to your work boots
  • Adjustable top leg strap for a firm comfortable fit
  • Layers of puncture resistant nylon fabric over a water repellent membrane
  • High quality full length zip with stiffener under the overlap ensures the gaiter does not ‘ride-down’ during use
  • Soft polyester cotton fabric lining
  • Lightweight tough outer, ideal for walking through tough and prickly bushland
  • Neutral black fabric construction throughout looks good with everyday workwear.
  • Weight: approx. 290g each gaiter (or 1.2lb for the pair)
  • Tested with a machine held hypodermic needle punture resistance test (ASTM F2878-10) — it acheived 2x the highest rating; far surpassing level 5(10N), measuring a 20 Newton (20kg) force to puncture the gaiter
  • New Bright Green Carry Bag

ABOUT:

Snakeprotex® Snake Protection Chaps are a unique product designed from the outset to protect you from bites from Australian snakes. Australia is famous for being home to some of the most deadliest snakes in the world. This island continent is home to the Death Adder (with a name like that, what’s not to fear?), the Tiger Snake (‘Tiger snakes are born with a chip on their shoulders’, according to a South Australian farmer), the Black Snake family, the Mulga Snake (or King Brown, as it’s otherwise known), the Brown Snakes and the feared Coastal and Inland Taipans in the North and East.

Whilst there are a few exotic species which have stronger venom than the Australian natives, the real danger in the Australian snakes is just how common they are – even in inner city areas. Add to this the toxicity of their venom, their aggressive nature (the Tiger Snake in particular) and the fearsome Taipan’s 10-12mm (nearly half an inch!) fangs and the picture is clear: The danger for many Australian outdoor workers, hunters and leisure-seekers is clear, present and one that shouldn't be easily dismissed.

A tiny bite from any of these can kill an adult. Even worse, the bite from some of these snakes can feel like a scratch from a twig and go untreated - sometimes with tragic results. Enter Snakeprotex®. These Snake protective gaiters were conceived in Australia, developed and manufactured in New Zealand, then tested in Australia, on Australian snakes, to give the best snake bite protection to the wearer.

Snakeprotex® gives you confidence when you’re in the Australian outdoors, whether you are working, hunting, quad-riding, bike-riding or walking. All you need is a healthy respect for these ever-present reptiles, and to wear your Snakeprotex®.

USE:

The Snakeprotex gaiters must be worn over suitable trousers and boots and definitely should not be worn with low cut shoes. The zip fastens from the top to the bottom so gravity keeps it zipped. The garment should be worn with the zip on the outside of the leg. One horizontal fastening keeps the garment tight around the ankle. A strap under the boot keeps the garment in position vertically, stopping the garment from riding up the leg. The elastic strap has a very hard wearing cover. They’re built tough!

We cannot claim that the product is “snake-proof”. There are too many variables involved for us to claim this. Nor can we guarantee that a snake may not strike the body above the top of the garment, although it would be unlikely from most Australian snakes. It should be noted that even when wearing this prod­uct, common sense should still apply and the wearer should still avoid contact with any venomous species. Snakeprotex is designed to prevent a snake’s fangs penetrating through to the skin.

SAFETY:

IMPORTANT: DISCLAIMER

These garments are designed to help protect the wearer from snake bites. They are not a guarantee. Therefore the wearer should take all precautions to avoid being bitten by a snake. It is important that these garments are worn in conjunction with appropriate footwear that extends at least 5cm above the ankle bone. Correct Wearing Is Essential. The garment must be securely attached to the lower leg with the zip fastened at all times, and the strap under the arch of the boot. As with any personal safety item, regular checks should be carried out to ensure the garments are in good serviceable condition. Any defects or wear and tear that could jeopardise the performance of the garment should be repaired or the garments replaced immediately.

Any traces of venom on the garment should be denatured by spraying with methylated spirits. Untreated traces of venom, even if dry, should NEVER be touched without skin protection.

 

 

We are working hard to despatch all orders the same day, all orders received before 2:00pm are being shipped within 24-36hrs from Bowral, Australia.

Local Pickup from Bowral, NSW is available Mon-Fri up to 5pm with a 1hr collection time. We are located at 14 Loftus Street, Bowral NSW 2576 - Ph: 02 4879 9373

EXPRESS Orders are guaranteed processed the same day if ordered prior to 2.30pm, as these always take priority.

(In the rare occasion this is not possible - we will advise you within an hour, note this does not include weekends or NSW public holidays)

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Free standard shipping on all orders $120.00 and over Australia-wide*. (MAINLAND ONLY)

Australia Wide Postage Rates (Mainland Only)


*Flat Rate Standard Shipping $0.00 – $119.99:       $ 12.95 

*FREE Shipping on orders over $120.00:                   FREE

*Flat Rate EXPRESS SHIPPING $0.01 and up:       $24.95 -

 

*Please note list of postcodes below that includes remote Postcodes that this does not apply to for bulky goods.

Listings with a note at the bottom of the product information indicating only for sale with pickup from our Bowral NSW address, may in some circumstances be able to be shipped, however due to the bulky oversize nature, you will need to contact us prior to ordering for a freight quote. Once approved and charged, we can then ship accordingly if this case by case arrangement meets your satisfaction requirement. 

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 Express is 1-2 days* delivery to Eastern States for small items. Large & heavy orders may take longer due to a Road Express Service. Express is by far the fastest order processing and service to your area.

Shipping to WA and NT will take longer, especially remote & regional classed areas, if in doubt, please email us for shipping times. 

 

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LOCAL PICKUP NOW AVAILABLE

We now offer local pickup from 14 Loftus Street, Bowral, NSW 2576 from Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm. 
After payment and order confirmation, we will get your order ready, and send you another email indicating it is ready for collection. 

Please reply to this email with an ETA so that we can ensure everything is 100% ready to pick up seamlessly. 

Local Pickup is not available on Weekends, or NSW Public Holidays

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Missed Deliveries!

If your order is returned to sender and comes back to our warehouse through an incorrect address provided/ missed delivery or non-collection from a post office etc. you will be required to pay a subsidised shipping fee to have this sent out again. Startrack Express do not return to the closest LPO automatically.

If you want to cancel it after it has been despatched, you will also need to cover the expense incurred to despatch your order - this includes the original shipping, re-delivery attempts and/or RTS charges that are charged back to our account.

Once your order is despatched, providing you logged correct email address, you will get an email from us and the carrier with tracking details. Please keep an eye out for this.

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Impact on shipping:

Australia Post are working to ensure parcels are delivered as quickly and safely as possible. Australia Post have also taken extra measures to protect the health and safety of customers and their staff by reducing physical interaction.

Tracking: If your order is being sent with tracking, there are a few orders that are currently only receiving a scan event when they reach their destination state/distribution centre. The tracking tool on the Australia Post website can also provide an estimated arrival date and will give you an update if there are any additional and unforeseen delays. If your parcel appears not to be moving, please be assured that Australia Post are still working hard to get your parcel to you as quickly as they can!

Updates to the Australia Post response and procedures can be found via the link below:

During Christmas or other holiday periods including public holidays, we see couriers receiving a backlog of orders etc, and they do not deliver on weekends. Delivery times may be increased during these periods.

When Express Shipping is paid for, we ship via an Express Service with no exceptions, this can either be Road or Air depending on size and weight of parcel. Once the parcel leaves our door, it is out of our control, and all tracking follow-ups should be followed through with the courier using the tracking number provided, especially if there has been a shipping delay.

We are unable to provide a refund on EXPRESS SHIPPING if there has been a delay with the Courier. It is out of our control. If we have made a mistake on our end and sent with the wrong service incorrectly, yes we will refund that for you. 

 

International Postage Rates

  1. $34.95 for orders to NZ that weigh under 2kg and under 1m in length - This is Express Service. - 3-12 business days delivery. If your parcel will be over 2kg, please email us for a shipping quote prior to purchase.
  2. Other countries, please ask us at sales@botanex.com.au

 

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A sales order is created immediately after we have received your payment. You will then receive an e-mail with your order confirmation and the information needed to track your order online.
In the very rare event of an item out of stock, you will be notified by phone or e-mail
NOTE: For a swift delivery, we recommend you to provide an address where someone is home to receive and sign for the package. Our delivery companies mainly deliver to physical addresses on items over 1.05m, not to P.O. Boxes - small items are fine to go to PO Boxes. If we require further shipping information, we will gladly call you to clarify.

If you will not be home, you are welcome to leave Special Instructions that the parcel can be left in a safe place for you with no signature!

We also require a telephone number in case any problems should occur during delivery. Only after you have communicated to us your shipping details, as well as a telephone number can we ship your order.

Requesting authorisation to leave with no signature removes our responsibility to reimburse on any lost or damaged orders.
We assure you that this personal data is strictly used for shipping purposes, our own marketing and follow-up only; under no circumstances do we sell or disclose to any third parties that may lead to commercial gain.

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*Bulky goods are not included in the Free Delivery policy. 
 
 
 
*POSTCODES THAT MAY REQUIRE AN EXTRA FREIGHT QUOTE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Please contact us prior to ordering, even if your postcode is not listed below and you are not located in a capital city.
0822 4852 6225 6439-6440
0839 4871 6429 6445-6528
0846 4872 6430 6530-6532
0847 4468-4470 6431 6535-6537
0852 4477-4478 6438 6553-6628
0853 4480-4482 6441 6631-6632
0854 4485-4486 6442 6635-6646
0862 4488-4491 6443 6705-6712
0872 4694-4699 6444 6713-6714
0875 4704-4715 6630 6715-6720
0800-0821 4717-4719 6701 6721-6722
0828-0836 4721-4739 6723 6724-6726
0837-0838 4741-4746 6743 6728-6740
0840-0845 4751-4809 6753 6751-6752
0850-0851 4810-4815 6000-6032 6754-6770
0860-0861 4817-4819 6033-6035 6798
0870-0871 4820-4825 6037-6044 6803-6997 
0880-0886 4828-4830 6050-6083 7000-7466
0900 4849-4850 6090-6112  
0906-0909 4854-4865 6113-6126  
4472 4868-4870 6147-6160  
4475 4873-4877 6162-6172  
4492 4878-4879 6173-6221  
4493 4880-4888 6223-6224  
4702 4890-4895 6226-6233  
4740 6036 6236-6428  
4750 6084 6432-6433  
4816 6161 6434-6437  

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BD
01/12/2024
Bronwyn D.
Australia

Light weight with great protection.

Bought these as a gift for friend. She was very pleased with the fit and comfort.

MT
10/20/2023
Mr T.
Australia Australia

Snake gaiters

Very comfortable. Purchased for hunting over summer. Comfortable to wear in warmer weather and quality construction.

BB
12/23/2022
Brian B.
Australia Australia

snake protection

No snakes yet, still looking. I wear them at work, every day. Light weight and very comfortable Very well made, thanks.

BD
12/16/2021
Bronwyn D.
Australia Australia

Easy to wear. Great protection.

Bought for my son. Not too heavy. Stay up at the knee and firmly down around the ankle.

GF
01/01/2021
Glen F.
Australia Australia

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Was as easy as online shopping gets