Tired of Leaky waders? Lets remedy that problem
In our modern world there are hundreds of different types and brands of waders to choose from. Some waders offer camouflage, some are meant for the cold, and some have so many pockets you don't even need a gear bag. Out of all these type of waders there is one common problem, LEAKAGE. We've almost all experienced it. Its early in the morning and the water is below freezing, but you don't mind. Your waders are insulated so the cold isn't a problem. Well that is till you get balls deep and realize you have a leak. Let me say, I have never gotten out of the water faster than when I realized water was flowing over my unmentionables. An experience such as this can ruin any fishermans day.
The thing about waders is, you get what you pay for. If you decide to buy a 50 dollar pair of waders that are equivalent to wearing trash bags you can expect them to have a short life. If you buy waders expecting this then it's all on you. Newbies to this sport on the other hand will not know the importance of waders till their goods have all but sucked up inside of them. I want to help out the noods of this sport to make sure they have a good experience and don't hate the game.
Although bad waders are usually cheap you can find a decent pair of hunting waders with boots attached for around 200 bucks. This are nice and you can usually find them as bass pro shops and stores alike. Personally I've gone through three of these pairs in a matter of 6 years. So that begs the question, should I buy expensive waders?
If you've ever looked at fishing waders you probably come across a pair of Simms or Patagonia that cost enough to give someone a heart attack. That's ok, the high price is worth it. The fishing company Sims advertises their waders as such “Tougher than all of your other waders, combined”. This confident statement holds some truth. Sims really are some of the toughest waders i've ever seen. I have taken many falls and slips on the rocks of a creek bank and they have experienced no residual damage. So maybe paying 800 bucks for the G4z stockingfoot isn't that bad of an investment
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| Orvis Sivler Sonic Guide waders |
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| Sims G4z Stockingfoot |
Sims isn't the only players in the game. Both Orvis and Patagonia charge a hefty price for some high quality waders. The Orvis silver sonic guide waders cost around 500 dollars. Not that bad compared to Sims! These waders are also stockingfoot and made of a super strong neoprene.
The last company I want to mention is Patagonia. Patagonia is known mainly for their clothing line but also sell many fishing products. The Rio Gallegos Zip-Front Waders run for a pretty penny, costing you about 600 bucks. The only problem I have with patagonia is how new they are. When Patagonia started making waders they got constant complaints of leaks the first time they hit water. Since then patagonia has upped their game. They went back to the drawing board and figured out how to produce these waders efficiently while keeping the quality high.
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| Sims Rio Gallegos Zip-Front waders |
If I had to choose from these three waders I would choose Sims without a single doubt. Sims have a reputation for practically impenetrable waders. When you hit the stream it really comes down to whether they work or not. To all the beginners getting into fly fishing don't think your not good enough for theses waders. It is an investment that will pay off over years. A reliable pair of waders are the best thing in the world to any fisherman.
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