Wader Poll

[addicted2sp33d]

Waders only last one season? I guess I don't fish enough.

For waterproofing, I spray 3M Scotchguard on everything. Liquids just bead up, run off, and never soak in:

Waders
Couch
Carpet
Carseat
Child Carseat
Snowboard Pants
Snowboard Jacket
Snowboard Gloves
etc.

Basically anything that will contact water.

[crazywakeboarder]

Originally Posted by addicted2sp33d

Waders only last one season? I guess I don't fish enough.

For waterproofing, I spray 3M Scotchguard on everything. Liquids just bead up, run off, and never soak in:

Waders
Couch
Carpet
Carseat
Child Carseat
Snowboard Pants
Snowboard Jacket
Snowboard Gloves
etc.

Basically anything that will contact water.

3M has different versions of their scotchguard, fabric, carpet etc

Do you remeber which one you've been using?

[Dannowar]

My waders have lasted well over three years...

[chris138]

I've seen the treatments and ill admit i never used it. But new waders are a must. Its not just the waterproofing issue. These things are destroyed. The seam tape is all peeling off the inside seals, the straps are ripping out of the fabric, the booties are destroyed, the strench is horrific, soaked in blood and beer, sibiki holes, burn marks etc...

What your guys' waders arent like that??

Don't think 3M is gonna take care of these babys. So back to the point of the post...

What waders are the best?

[Lipripper92592]

I've had a few pairs of Redington Waders. The current pair I have is about 4 years old. They are touch too, most of the time The sonic pros are great, but pricey. There are a few review from flyfishing outfits online, where they field and office test about ten of the top models, and rate each one based on different parameters,(moisture level, sweat, cut, flex, layers of fabric, etc. Don't get DWR product, (Durable water resistant) as most of them do not breath, and are not waterproof and break down fairly quickly. The above study also takes into account, the water permeability of the material. Most likely you will spend a few bills to get a quality product.

[chris138]

Originally Posted by Lipripper92592

I've had a few pairs of Redington Waders. The current pair I have is about 4 years old. They are touch too, most of the time The sonic pros are great, but pricey. There are a few review from flyfishing outfits online, where they field and office test about ten of the top models, and rate each one based on different parameters,(moisture level, sweat, cut, flex, layers of fabric, etc. Don't get DWR product, (Durable water resistant) as most of them do not breath, and are not waterproof and break down fairly quickly. The above study also takes into account, the water permeability of the material. Most likely you will spend a few bills to get a quality product.

Thanks man I'll check that out! I wish they made kayak specific fishing waders.

[Lipripper92592]

I've been looking at the "pant" waders as well, just a bit less to stow when out on the water. Below are a few sites that I've been looking at lately for waders.
http://lovigkayakfishing.com/gear/drypants
http://www.twsport.cl/indumentaria-d...st-waders.html
http://www.hatchmag.com/articles/rev...-pants/7711572


And here is the 2013 Yellowstone shootout for wader of the year:

http://www.yellowstoneangler.com/gea...elas-bootfoots

There is a lot of data in the above study.

[chris138]

Originally Posted by Lipripper92592

I've been looking at the "pant" waders as well, just a bit less to stow when out on the water. Below are a few sites that I've been looking at lately for waders.
http://lovigkayakfishing.com/gear/drypants
http://www.twsport.cl/indumentaria-d...st-waders.html
http://www.hatchmag.com/articles/rev...-pants/7711572


And here is the 2013 Yellowstone shootout for wader of the year:

http://www.yellowstoneangler.com/gea...elas-bootfoots

There is a lot of data in the above study.

There is a lot of good info in that yellowstone shootout. Basically what I learned is that waders are pretty much shit unless you spend at least $400! haha

With the exception of the orvis silver sonics those seem well regarded.

[salty pirate]

I don't own this brand but likely will in the future.
on sale too
http://dryftfishing.com/

[addicted2sp33d]

I use the Carpet Protector version that is at Home Depot.

It works well enough for all my applications, so I haven't even tried the other kinds. Maybe I'll try out the other flavors if I need it and can't find the Carpet Protector at Home Depot.

To answer the original question - any waders with a zipper!
My waders don't have a zipper and I look like I'm stripping naked when I need to pee.

I have to take my PFD off before I can get at the wader straps/buckles.
On colder days, I might be wearing sweat pants or something underneath the waders.

Every time that happens, I wish my waders had a zipper.

Originally Posted by crazywakeboarder

3M has different versions of their scotchguard, fabric, carpet etc

Do you remeber which one you've been using?

[blitzburgh]

I have a pair of White River Fly Shop (Bass Pro brand) stocking foot waders that have lasted me going on four years now. It should be noted though a previous pair before these leaked after a few months. My guess is most of these are made in the same few factories. I think it's luck of the draw sometimes.