Wader Suggestions

[moonbr01]

Folks,
Long time troller, first time poster.

I have been fishing ever since I can remember as a kid, but took a hiatus as I was working in Manhattan the last 7 years and just didn't have the time. I've recently re-caught the bug and gotten back into fishing and have been doing some lake fishing for bass.

I want to start to get more into some stream/river fishing and am looking into purchasing a pair of breathable-stockingfoot waders and wading boots. I'm looking for some brand recommendations and would like to get out without spending more than $300 for the waders and boots. I looked on Cabellas website and saw a combo of a breathable wader with boots for $215. The waders are the Premium Breathable Dry-Plus and they have seemingly good reviews on the site. Have anyone used these and can offer any feedback? (link below)

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Footw...3Bcat103926780

Lastly, I have a question about size. I'm 6'6" and 250lbs with a 48" chest. As I live in Jersey I would like to purchase a size that will allow me to layer underneath for those colder early/late season days. Does anyone have any suggestions regarding size and will an XL be too big or small. I usually wear XXL T-shirts if that is any help.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks

[AndyS]

Got a pair of White River stocking foot and they are pretty good. You can stop in Efingers in Bound Brook and they have a pretty good selection. Funny thing about chest waders, just because they go up to your chest, rarely you are standing water over your waist. Not much fishing below 32* because the guides on your rod freeze up. I wear chest waders and rarely go over my knees standing in the water.

WELCOME to the site too !!!!! Hope more people chime in on this one.

[gwl2oneida]

I believe ll bean offers a lifetime warranty on there waders. You might wanna investigate them as an option..

[tjc76]

LL bean. I have emerger 2 waders and gray ghost wading boots. Fantastic. Lifetime satisfaction guarantee, replacement or money back no questions asked, ever. Just keep your receipt or you get the lowest sale price. I paid just under $300 when I got mine. Right now those boots are on sale, so combo would cost $270

[stripedbass]

Get a pair of proline wader.

[briansnat]

I'm 6'6" and 250lbs with a 48" chest. As I live in Jersey I would like to purchase a size that will allow me to layer underneath for those colder early/late season days. Does anyone have any suggestions regarding size and will an XL be too big or small. I usually wear XXL T-shirts if that is any help.

I'm not quite your height but I'm near your weight and chest size. I'd go with a 2XL especially if you plan on layering.

As far as brand I've always gone with LL Bean. Reasonable prices and you can't beat the warranty.