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Post by BTLowry on Feb 12, 2019 15:33:30 GMT -6
What do you like about them?
What do you not like?
I have a pair of Hodgmans that are at least 20yrs old and have a very small leak but not wanting to wait until it gets bad to buy another pair
Have looked at Redington Palix River and Frogg Toggs Hellbender but didn't know if there was something in that same price range that was better made
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Post by freebird on Feb 12, 2019 15:45:06 GMT -6
Personally, I have been wearing the Orvis Pro Guide waders for the last 7-8 years and love them! I haven't had an issue with them yet and have used them quite a bit. I really like the way the form and fit as I have no issues with functionality. Unfortunately, I currently see that they aren't selling them right now. However, a good buddy of mine just bought the Orvis Ultralight Convertible waders and he really likes them. Good luck on your search!
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Post by westernbamboo on Feb 12, 2019 16:04:22 GMT -6
I have a pair of waist high Frogg Toggs that are their best ones. Have had them for 6 years and no problems whatsoever. Fish about 40 days a year in Colorado, New Mexico and Oklahoma
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Post by hankinsfly on Feb 12, 2019 16:44:24 GMT -6
Simms Headwaters or Freestone, can’t remember which. Everything is great except for the neoprene gravel guards are way too tight.
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Post by turfdawg on Feb 12, 2019 16:59:46 GMT -6
Just got some of the Orvis Ultra Light when they upgraded me on a warranty repair. I also have my Cabelas bottom of the line breathable waders that I got for $69 I like also. My next pair, that I hope is many years away, will have hand warmer pockets
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Post by golferjeff on Feb 12, 2019 17:08:40 GMT -6
Patagonia Rio Gallegos. All kinds of storage pockets and waterproof pockets. Convertible. Knee cushions in little pockets. Somewhat form fitting, even for a fat guy like me. Negatives - awkward shoulder straps and a design flaw in the suspender system. Love them so far. Spent 13 days total in them since November.
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Post by coldwaterfly on Feb 12, 2019 17:17:26 GMT -6
Simms G3 Stockingfoot.
No complaints. Durable and breathable. No issue with leaks.
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Post by fwood on Feb 13, 2019 6:16:14 GMT -6
Simms G3 stocking foot here also. Plenty of pockets for me and they fit well but I don't know that I'd call them form fitting. Took me many years of using cheaper waders and replacing them after 3 years to break down and spend the money for them but I like them better than any other waders I've ever had. Cons for me is the booties are hard to get my foot into and the gravel guards are tight but that may be nitpicking. My next favorite are my Reddington Sonic Pro waders. They're lighter but fit well. Never had any issues with them. I like them for warmer weather.
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Post by dannys on Feb 13, 2019 7:27:18 GMT -6
Patagonia Skeena River. Possibly the best I have ever owned. Unlike the Golferjeff's experience with the Gallegos--I really like the suspender system on the Skeenas.
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Post by lipripper1983 on Feb 14, 2019 23:31:41 GMT -6
Patagonia Rio Azul Stocking Foot Waders.
What do I not like about them. Hmmmm. Well, I don't have anything bad to say about them. They retail at for 249$ so a good price point for some decent waders.
I've been eyeing a new series of waders that simms came out with. Freestone I think they're called? They look nice.
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Post by fede23 on Feb 27, 2019 15:11:11 GMT -6
I just bought a pair of "Magellan Outdoors Mag2" by Academy Outdoors, ($119) not a terrible deal.
They have a bunch of features: +Two Chest (outside) pockets +Two Chest (inside) pockets +Waterproof pouch (Inside) for things like a cell phone +Waist lock system (basically a neoprene seal around the waist on the inside to prevent water to go all the way to your socks in case you take a dip)
I know its not Simms or Orvis or what not fancy brand, but hey it gets the job done, and if they leak in 5 years (what the last pair lasted) im ok with that.
tight lines FZ
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Post by sulross on Mar 21, 2019 10:59:21 GMT -6
I wore through a few pairs of inexpensive waders and the top one from Bass Pro Shops before I realized that I needed a tougher fabric like GoreTex. I just bushwhack and fish backcountry too much for less durable fabrics/systems. I went with the Simms G4 waders and have been really impressed. If I only fished rivers with clear trail access, like the LMF, and I didn't fish more than 30 days a year, I'd stay with a less expensive wader that has good reviews and a warranty that is easy to use like Bass Pro's was. I hear great things about Frogg Toggs for the money. I have Redington pants, but I only use them on smaller rivers and I typically pack them in and hike wearing pants to the river. They roll up tightly, whereas my regular waders don't. Another reason I chose the G4 - breathability for hiking good distances. They aren't true convertibles, but they roll down easily to open up your top half to the breeze.
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