Waders opinion

[cruiser1234]

Have to get a new pair of waders. Wondering what everyone recommends. I mostly go trout fishing but gonna try to get up to NY for salmon this year. So something warm and something I can get or wear korkers with. So need ideas for korkers too.

[gwl2oneida]

For as often as I go I just have cheap hodgmans. I wear layer underneath. Although I hear Simms are a great choice.

[iceehot6766]

I love my Cabelas Neoprene Waders....they have lasted many seasons, are warm, cheap price, and very durable.....Happy New Years!!!

[Eskimo]

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Wondering what everyone recommends

I reccomend not eating really gassy food before putting on your waders.
They only vent air one way. :(



I love my Cabelas Neoprene Waders....they have lasted many seasons, are warm, cheap price, and very durable.....Happy New Years!!!

Me too. Got some 3mm neoprene ones from Cabelas in the summer and used it into the fall. No problems with them.







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[Mikey topaz]

If ya got the extra cash and want to fish comfortably i highly reccomend splurging and get simms. Reinforced knees, buildt in gravel guards,lifetime warranty, i was going through a pair of waders a year buyin the cheapos spent the extra cash on a pair of g3 guides paid like 300 bucks lasted me three seasons no leaks comfortable as hell. I was alittle nervous to thise were my first pair breathable waders now dont think id buy any else! This time year when i steelhead in the snow and fish here i throw fleece wading pants on and good to go. When it gets super cold double pair of fleece pants😉

[Fishon1982]

Sims all the way comfort is king sims boots try a size up on the shoe

[dboyd101]

No need for hot neoprene. Get breathable and layer up in the winter.

[cruiser1234]

Ok. I'm gonna get them from dicks any specific ones? I have gift cards. Also I more meant what material should I get

[dfish28]

I got the somewhat pricey breathable stocking foot waders that have a waterproof front zipper...that in itself sold me due to my overactive bladder at certain times of fishing and teamed that up with the wading shoes with interchangeable soles of which I got the felt,studded felt,cleats,and regular sneaker bottom- its really nice to just unzip and not have to take the vest and other things off just to take a leak.

[Dr. Duckbutter]

After owning several different waders I finaly bit the bullet and bought a pair of Simms G3. They are pricey but in my opinion worth every penny. Ridiculously durable, comfortable and dry as a bone thus far after a season of use.

[NJ Dave]

LL Bean flyweight breathable waders $79.00 lifetime guarantee you can't go wrong.
for simple fishing like trout in New Jersey and a triper two up at Salmon River will be fine.
unless you're a die-hard basic waiters will be fine.
like said layer up in the spring and fall and you should be comfy.
I've h ad my ll for 3 years without an issue. if a leak occurs send em back.
it's all about a warranty

[baetis]

X2 for the LL Bean. Lifetime warranty, with easy no hassle returns.

[PGAProfishional]

I agree with much that's been said about your question. Everyone has had good points. Like anything else in this world. You get what you pay for. That's not to say you can't purchase something less costly and F'N love it! I own a Jeep. It's no Bentley but I really love it. People on here would never buy a jeep and tell you to stay away. Anyway I digress....

I bought a pair of Duck Unlimited Guide Series neoprene chest waders a couple months ago. They cost me $100 bucks or so. I love them. Durability may become an issue down the line but seem to be constructed. I'll keep my fingers crossed

Some will say "you don't need neoprene waders. Just layer up". I have pulled that move myself. If you are in the water for a while you will begin to feel the affects. First toes, then on up. neoprene does get "swampy in the heat". It like running around in a wetsuit during a 90 degree day!

What conditions do you fish under? I know this is a Fresh Water board, but if you're planning on surf fishing in rubber hip boots, one of us may need to call the coast guard.

With all this said I own rubber hip boots and neoprene chest waders.

Run out to some of your local sportsman shops, and try a couple on if you aren't convinced. Nobody's twisting your arm to purchase them then and there.

Be good Bro

[acabtp]

Ok. I'm gonna get them from dicks any specific ones? I have gift cards. Also I more meant what material should I get

The stuff Dick's carries is crap... Especially their "Field and Stream" brand gear. Sell your Dick's gift cards online and use the money to buy some real gear from Cabela's (who also carries Simms) or another outfitter.

I learned this lesson the hard way, after buying a pair of breathable waders, a backpack, a rain jacket, a pair of rain pants, and an insulated bib from Dicks over a couple years. None of it lasted more than a season. Now I only buy quality gear with lifetime warranties and couldn't be happier. The crap that Dick's sells is cheap for a reason...

Hope this saves you some hassle. If you can't sell the gift cards, buy lures or line... Something they can't screw up.

[Wilson]

The stuff Dick's carries is crap... Especially their "Field and Stream" brand gear. Sell your Dick's gift cards online and use the money to buy some real gear from Cabela's (who also carries Simms) or another outfitter.

I learned this lesson the hard way, after buying a pair of breathable waders, a backpack, a rain jacket, a pair of rain pants, and an insulated bib from Dicks over a couple years. None of it lasted more than a season. Now I only buy quality gear with lifetime warranties and couldn't be happier. The crap that Dick's sells is cheap for a reason...

Hope this saves you some hassle. If you can't sell the gift cards, buy lures or line... Something they can't screw up.

X2

[EJS]

I would first ask waste or chest waders? If you are tall, then you need to get waders to accommodate the inseam needed.

As far as warmth. Neoprene is good, but hard to move in and weigh a lot more than breathable fabric. Are you walking long distances? Will you use them in summer as well?

The most versatile would be a breathable chest high stocking foot wader that convert to waste high. Why buy 3 sets of waders?!?!

With that said, what's your price range?

I use Simms headwaters waders, chest high stocking foot. I layer using under armor 3.0 base and if needed a pair of fleece wader liner/pants. I wear smart wool hiking socks. If you are willing to spend a little more $, yes I would absolutely recommend Simms!

Hope this helps!

[gwl2oneida]

Dicks by me carries korker boots and I've never heard anyone say korkers are crap.just saying.

[NJ Dave]

Dicks by me carries korker boots and I've never heard anyone say korkers are crap.just saying.

Home Depot sells Kohler faucets just like the commercial plumbing stores at a fraction of the cost.
Companies big or small make a less quality merchandise for less quality stores.
Not saying the korkers are a cheaper version at Dicks but you can't sell top quality merchandice for a cheaper price unless there is a reason.

[iceehot6766]

Home Depot sells Kohler faucets just like the commercial plumbing stores at a fraction of the cost.
Companies big or small make a less quality merchandise for less quality stores.
Not saying the korkers are a cheaper version at Dicks but you can't sell top quality merchandice for a cheaper price unless there is a reason.

Agreed with your statement in general, not only as it applies to sporting rquipment....Huge companies sell surplus production and/ or defects to other big companies and then they are marketed under that new companies name....Some stuff is excellent but the defects are hoffible....you just gotta either avoid or go by anothers recommendation....

[Mark B.]

I wear Cabela’s neoprene stocking foot w/ Simms felt soled studded guide boots.

When the water warms, I wade in shorts with the abovementioned boots.

I had light weight breathable waders, but discovered that I really didn’t need them for the short period of time that I employed them,……………….plus they weren’t durable enough, always getting holes from thorns, etc., whilst bushwacking to remote honey holes.

[Jigman13]

I used a pair of green cabela's chest waders for over 15 years before they actually sprung an extremely mild leak. They were used in salt and sweet and saw some pretty epic hikes through heavy cover. I still use them when I'm trucking thru the muddy banks of the passaic and even used them last winter while trout fishing. Def got the value out of them. I've moved to their neoprenes for winter now--boot foot. You def dont need as many layers w/ the neoprenes. Some under armour cold gear and wool socks and your set as a base.

I'm sure I'll eventually move up to something like Simms but for now, the cabela's neoprenes certainly serve their purpose quite well. Esp for $120.

[baetis]

I used a pair of green cabela's chest waders for over 15 years before they actually sprung an extremely mild leak. They were used in salt and sweet and saw some pretty epic hikes through heavy cover. I still use them when I'm trucking thru the muddy banks of the passaic and even used them last winter while trout fishing. Def got the value out of them. I've moved to their neoprenes for winter now--boot foot. You def dont need as many layers w/ the neoprenes. Some under armour cold gear and wool socks and your set as a base.

I'm sure I'll eventually move up to something like Simms but for now, the cabela's neoprenes certainly serve their purpose quite well. Esp for $120.

Until 5 years ago, I had a pair of boot foot neoprene Cabela's waders that I used for about 15 or so years. They were great. They finally sprung a leak and I replaced them with a new set of Cabelas neoprenes. Unfortunately the new ones sprung leaks after a year and a half. I don't know if it was a case of bad luck, or things not being made the same as years ago. That's why I switched to LL Bean because of their warranty.

[cruiser1234]

So I ordered my waders. Thanks for all the advice! I ended up going with a breathable pair of waders from Dicks and got korkers from there as well. I had gift cards from there so that's the main reason I went to them. I will definitely be looking into buying more things from LL Bean in the future due to that warranty. So hopefully ill get my stuff tomorrow or the next day. Any ideas on where to go around middle sec to try them out this time of year? Wouldn't mind doing a little trout fishing. I was thinking Ireland brook.