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05-18-2016, 10:26 PM | #1 |
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Personal input?
Alright fellas,
I have recently relocated to Oregon fromSan Diego and the week I have come to a cruel realization that the weather is not in our favor. Instead of fishing in shorts I need waders! Opinions on personal preferance for what brand that is stellar and affordable would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot yaker family. Evan W. |
05-19-2016, 06:59 AM | #2 |
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When I resided in Humboldt County, I used to fish the streams, rivers and ocean a lot with a pair of Hodgman Neoprene waders and wading boots. Nothing fancy, but worked fine and I still have them nearly 10 years later and they still work fine.
You'll probably find a breathable pair to be more comfortable though. Higher quality Brands are: Orvis, Simms or Patagonia. Sierra Trading Post often has deals Kokatat is a very quality brand that provides nice alternatives to waders for those in Northern climates. If you go the wader route to always wear a pdf and wading belt. Be sure to share some pics. Oh how I miss the North Pacific! |
05-19-2016, 07:22 AM | #3 |
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Waders!
Defiantly breathable, you can always where long johns or sweats underneath, those neoprene ones are little congested if you know what i mean.
Hodgman is what i have an I love them. |
05-19-2016, 12:23 PM | #4 |
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Evan-if you plan to go more or less year round I would just make the jump to a drysuit.
Much more info on exposure protection and even local Intel at nwka.com. NCKA also has a few good threads on exposure Sent from my XT1060 using Tapatalk |
05-19-2016, 02:25 PM | #5 |
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Thanks a lot for the input guys! I'm on NWKA already. I just thought I would find out from my original kayak family first. Everyone I've ever met down here is very knowledgable. (I'm not saying NWKA's are not).
Again, thanks for the input! |
05-19-2016, 02:38 PM | #6 |
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Don't forget to get one with a zipper in front.
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05-19-2016, 04:07 PM | #7 |
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I have a pair of Kokatat tempest paddling pants, they're not cheap but you can't beat Kokatats return/repair policy
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05-19-2016, 07:40 PM | #8 |
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I've been looking at one of these.
https://kokatat.com/product/hydrus-3...ng-suit-dsuhsa In that climate it might not be a comfort item but a piece of safety equipment. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk |
05-20-2016, 12:36 PM | #9 |
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Stay way from the cloth Hodgman waders. I had a pair and they leaked after 3 uses. They basically make them out of a non waterproof cloth, and then they spray this thin rubber film on the inside. Not very durable.
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