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Llew96

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Ok, so I went out shopping today to start looking for a pair of waders for this fall. I am soooo confused :confused::confused::confused:

There's nyoprene and microfibers and polysumtin other. Which are the best for keeping the cold and the water out, I mean, that's what I need them to do...

I'm sure to some degree the answer is subjective, but just looking for a little guidance here. What do you guys use??
 
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Neoprene is what your looking for when the water temps drop to cold water conditions. Got a pair last December and used them early spring in the river and can honestly say I was sweating in them when I was done!


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Basshunter122 said:
Neoprene is what your looking for when the water temps drop to cold water conditions. Got a pair last December and used them early spring in the river and can honestly say I was sweating in them when I was done!


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Thats one way to look at Neoprenes.

The other is that Neoprenes will actually be colder because the sweat will rapidly cool down your body, especially in ice cold water.

Me and most everyone I know have sided with opinon B. We normally hike/sweat alot as it is and find breathable waders to be a much better fit, especially in the cooler/cold months.

Big question here is what species are you targeting & how active are you when targeting them? Neoprenes can be great for places like the Muamee where you park and walk 10ft to your spot. Hiking any distance in them however can be plain aweful.
 
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I would go with the breathable waders. Nowadays, you can find breathable at the same price as the neoprene. Of course with the breathable, you are going to have to buy wading shoes. I started out with Neo's. gladly switched. Spend the cash now.
 
Discussion starter · #5 ·
Thanks for the initial input, I will be probably targeting local creek flows for bass. Often times it is a bit of a hike to the flow, so that is something to keep in mind. I've been wet wading all summer and I just know the water and air temps are steadily dropping and I don't want to have to stop fishing because of this. Would like to still be able to comfortably go out until at least November.
 
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If you go with neoprenes don't buy the ones with the attached boots. That's what I own and I HATE them. There's no arch support in the boots and any hike beyond a hundred yards causes foot pain that lasts for days. In fact, forget neoprene altogether and go with breathable waders; they're more versatile in that you can wear them without long underwear when the water is still cold but not freezing (early fall/early spring). You'll burn up in neoprenes if the air temp is in the high 40's and the sun's out, regardless of how cold the water might be.
 
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Breathables all the way. I've owned at least 10 pairs of waders in my life, from canvas to rubber to neoprene to breathables.
What I use 99% of the time now, in ALL seasons, are waist high breathables with a good Simms boot.
You won't regret it.
 
#12 ·
How big are you? I've got some Frogg Toggs waders that have never been used I'm 6ft 220ish and they would be fine for someone my size or prob 3 or 4 inches taller but probably not much shorter. When I get home I'll look to see which model they are. PM me if your interested but I'll prob throw them up on marketplace as I need to get rid of them.


http://www.froggtoggs.com/mens/waders/breathable.html
 
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I've been wading for bass and trout for 30 years. I've had them all. I currently wear cabelas waist high breathables with a neoprene boot. Prices are 90-130$. You don't need an expensive boot or shoe, just one that fits your foot with neoprene and some room to wiggle your toes. I took my waders to wal mart and got a pair of non slip, steel toed work shoes for $13 (I think they were mismarked). Getting the right shoe/boot is extremely importAnt.
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ski said:
I've been wading for bass and trout for 30 years. I've had them all. I currently wear cabelas waist high breathables with a neoprene boot. Prices are 90-130$. You don't need an expensive boot or shoe, just one that fits your foot with neoprene and some room to wiggle your toes. I took my waders to wal mart and got a pair of non slip, steel toed work shoes for $13 (I think they were mismarked). Getting the right shoe/boot is extremely importAnt.
Ski


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Except, if your budget allows, get a good pair of wading boots. IMO, wading boots are one thing that I don't mind paying for a good pair. Worth every penny.
 
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Bubbagon said:
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Except, if your budget allows, get a good pair of wading boots. IMO, wading boots are one thing that I don't mind paying for a good pair. Worth every penny.
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Yeah, I routinely buy the best of the best fishing related footwear. Nothing, NOTHING worse then foot pain when you're trying to concentrate on wading/fishing.

I highly recommend boots that have the BOA wracheting system, good lord, they're like wearing a glove. Absolutely incredible support/comfort.

Also Cabelas has a lifetime warranty on alot of there high-end boots. Im 6'6 and fish/wade/hike like crazy, I tend to chew threw boots in short order. I've now returned two pairs of busted boots to Cabelas and have had them swapped out with absolutely no questions asked (Go Cabelas!). KEEP YOUR RECEIPT(S)!
 
Discussion starter · #17 ·
Thanks for all the great advice! It seems the waders with booties (not rubber boots attached) and your own set of wading boots is the best route. Do you guys find its difficult to fit your boots on over the booties?
 
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Llew96 said:
Thanks for all the great advice! It seems the waders with booties (not rubber boots attached) and your own set of wading boots is the best route. Do you guys find its difficult to fit your boots on over the booties?
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Regular laced boots? Yes, ESPECIALLY once they dry out for any long period of time.

Now when your talking boots with the BOA system, again mah lord. All you have to do is pop the locking mechanism and gently pull the boot apart; the entire boot (from top to bottom) will release and you can literally kick them off. Same thing goes for putting them back on, easiest boot/shoe i've ever owned, with the exception of maybe flip flop sandals. Seriously, they are worth every last penny.
 
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acklac7 said:
Regular laced boots? Yes, ESPECIALLY once they dry out for any long period of time.

Now when your talking boots with the BOA system, again mah lord. All you have to do is pop the locking mechanism and gently pull the boot apart; the entire boot (from top to bottom) will release and you can literally kick them off. Same thing goes for putting them back on, easiest boot/shoe i've ever owned, with the exception of maybe flip flop sandals. Seriously, they are worth every last penny.
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Sorry I'm so ignorant on all this, I'm not entirely sure what this BOA system is, could you possibly post a link to a pair online that I could check out? What kind of "every last penny" are we talking about? $200-$500??
 
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