I didn't buy factory running boards / steps - because I don't like how they all connect. I'm looking for something tighter to the tub, and something that acts more as protection for the tub a Nerf Bar, or Rock Rail, - and less like a step.

Anyone have personal experience or recommendations? N-FAB DuraStep?

 

I'm looking for new ones as well. I like the ADD offerings, but they are super pricey. The go rhino RB10 is nice, but won't fit my supercab. Paramount makes some decent looking pieces for super crews as well, but I'm not sure on quality. Most others leave quite a gap, which isn't what I want (nor sounds like you do). Lund makes a rock rail that is modular and you can add and remove steps. You may want to check that one out. Let us know what you decide.

 

I'm looking for exactly the same Brian, no huge gap to fill with snow/salt/mud/junk. Something that hugs the tub pretty good..

 

Look into ici magnum rt steps..they hug pretty well and look dang sturdy enough for some protection too

 

I am really liking the look and fit of the GoRhino RB10 they make a version without steps... Don't like steps to get caught up on.

 

I didn't have the Dura-Step, but I did have Nfab's basic nerf step on my '05 and loved them. I liked how they sat right up against the rocker panel and only had a small step under each door, and they were much stronger than the stock running boards. I did get some snow/ice buildup right behind the front tire, and in the actual steps but my tires stuck out a fair amount and I didn't have mud flaps. I plan on getting them again for my '15