This Carhartt neck gaiter is a very functional piece of gear. It's very thick and not only helps keep your neck warm but helps to keep the cold breeze from creeping down your neck. I don't understand the comments about this being too small. I am an adult with a 16.5 neck and this fits me just fine. I don't feel like I'm being choked at all. With that said, it's also possible that what constitutes "tightness," or worse, "choking" that people complain about is a subjective experience. Personally, I think it's a perfect fit for me.

Also, bear in mind this gaiter should break in and stretch over time. It feels like a very high quality piece of gear - like a Carhartt should be. No complaints at all. I'm very happy with it.