Waders

[MarkH024]

Looking for wader recommendations. If possible maybe some links to retail stores so I can compare prices. I'm not looking to break the bank as it would only a here and there fishing deal for me. Most of my time is in a boat. I'm thinking about maybe getting a pair over the holiday season this year for next fishing season. I don't know a thing about quality waders or what material is best and why. Just looking for some input from those with experience. Thanks in advance.

[llPa1nll]

Well it might be a lost cause I just picked up some waders and wader boots from a LLBean Outlet store 2 weeks ago. The boots were $40 and the waders were $75 they were of the non neoprene variety.

[preach4bass]

Neoprene. Neoprene. Neoprene.

I would reccommend some on the thicker side to avoid rips from jagged rocks and holes from hooks while fishing. The thickness typically has to do with temperature, but I use the same pair for duck hunting in sub-freezing weather and frog-gigging on 90 degree nights, and they work great.

[SuskyDude]

Breathables all the way. Neoprenes are heavy and will make you sweat buckets.

Breathable waders will be more expensive, but are worth it. They can be worn in ANY temperature with proper layering underneath, and are 10X more comfortable than neoprenes.

Whatever material you choose, get waders that require seperate boots. When you buy waders with built in boots, when the boots wear out (and they will) you need a whole new get up.

I highly reccomend Cabelas brand.

[Senkoman12]

Breathables all the way. Neoprenes are heavy and will make you sweat buckets.

Breathable waders will be more expensive, but are worth it. They can be worn in ANY temperature with proper layering underneath, and are 10X more comfortable than neoprenes.

Whatever material you choose, get waders that require seperate boots. When you buy waders with built in boots, when the boots wear out (and they will) you need a whole new get up.

I highly reccomend Cabelas brand.

yeah but the stocking foot ones suck at keeping your feet warm. i personally have lacrosse brush tuff 1600s for duck hunting and salmon fishing

[NorcalBassin]

SIMMS... gotta go made in America! They make awesome waders with a great lifetime warranty. You can also find closeouts at a nice discount.

[SuskyDude]

yeah but the stocking foot ones suck at keeping your feet warm. i personally have lacrosse brush tuff 1600s for duck hunting and salmon fishing

I make sure the feet are big enough to wear two pairs of socks with plenty of room to wiggle my toes, and I'm toasty warm in freezing water. Its VERY important your feet have room for proper circulation.

[MarkH024]

Thanks for the input so far.

[Redlinerobert]

I have some L breathable waders and size 12 wading shoes I'll be listing in the for sale section. Used one time. $150 for both. PM me if interested.