Members mAngler Posted February 13, 2007 Members Posted February 13, 2007 I have a pair of the Guide Tech waders that I've had for 2+ years, so far, they've been great. I've been impressed with the construction and NO LEAKS... What more could you want. They look great too. mAngler
10pointer Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 i personally love my simms. I dont know much about the cabelas waders but you cant beat the simms guarantee and quality. I know cabelas sells the simms so that would be my choice to buy if i had the gift cards. sounds like the cabelas waders are a good deal too!
SilverMallard Posted February 17, 2007 Posted February 17, 2007 I had a pair of of Cabela's Dry Plus Warrior Waders, that's the breathable camo ones for duck hunting. So far, they are the best breathables I have ever had...period. But I just got a new pair of WJ waders that I've only worn once. So I can't compare them for durability yet. I put about 400 days of VERY hard abuse on those Dry Plus waders before they got a little leak. And I mean abuse...not use. I'd buy them again in a heartbeat and may go back to them if these WJ's don't meet my expectations for durability. But they sure look and feel like they will and I have great confidence in the WJ brand. SilverMallard "How little do my countrymen know what precious blessings they are in possession of - and which no other people on Earth enjoy." Thomas Jefferson (This disclaimer is to state that any posts of a questionable nature are to be interpreted by the reader at their own peril. The writer of this post in no way supports the claims made in this post, or takes resposibility for their interpretations or uses. It is at the discretion of the reader to wrestle through issues of sarcasm, condescension, snobbery, lunacy, left and or right wing conspiracies, lying, cheating, wisdom, enlightenment, or any form of subterfuge contained herein.)
Rusty Posted February 19, 2007 Posted February 19, 2007 But I just got a new pair of WJ waders that I've only worn once. What is this brand WJ you speak of?
Micheal Kyle Posted February 19, 2007 Posted February 19, 2007 It is William Joesph To Know People Is To Know Thier Ways!
vanven Posted February 20, 2007 Author Posted February 20, 2007 Since this thread seems to be a alive still I will give an update. After hours trying on and a hasty in store exchange I ended up with a pair fo the 2006 model Guide Tech waders. They are the 2 tone pair with the detachable chest pack. I was a bit disappointed that the 2007s didnt come in a Tall. I seem to be an odd size and the regulars made me feel like i was wearing some of my wife's undies. The 2007 model has a waterproof pouch in the front that seemed much less obtrusive instead of the chest pack that sticks out a couple inches. Although it is detachable, it still leaves a zipper that would occasionally hang on my vest. I will probably appreciate it more in the summer when i am trying to shed layers instead of add them. I fished them over a weekend at Taney and Roaring River in mid January. I like them a lot over my old waders. The stocking feet are a bit thicker and I will be needing new boots. The legs are also tapered more than my old waders. They are thinner around the ankles and lower legs. I wasn't sure about the fit at first but I am very happy now that I have had them out on the water. Buying waders is ALWAYS an adventure for sure..... -Jerod
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