Wader recomendations?

[Terrierman]

I've got a pair of waders - boot foot made with urethane coated cordura that have to be 25 years old now and are still waterproof.  Bought them on a duck hunting trip at Everhart's in Clinton.  Not insulated so not that great for late season duck hunting.  But darn have they held up.  Not breathable, no zipper to pee and not modern.  If they still made them though, that would be my recommendation.

[fishinwrench]

9 hours ago, tjm said:

Rod flex and line slack I follow, but any stretch of leader or line must only take place long after the hook has moved that 1/4 inch and been embedded? Surely the water resistance isn't enough to stretch even the limpest line? Won't the boat move before the line stretches?

It's a problem I've never considered, never knew existed really. I've always liked a fly line that stretched a little, because stretching removes all the reel memory quickly, especially important in winter. The few less stretchy mono core lines that I've   used, I hated because they always looked like a slinky on the water.

I have read about "conventional" anglers that thought line stretch was important, but I never figured out how, what force could be exerted against water that would or could possibly be strong enough to even stretch a rubber band? I mean lay a line of any kind out on a table top or the floor and pull one end only, will it stretch?   lay a bungee on the table top and pull one end only, will it stretch?

And after the hook is set, wouldn't stretch be a good thing in that it is the only thing that prevents breaking? isn't that why conventional rods have flex?

 

You might be right, but I prefer to eliminate as much stretch as I can.  I fish for Whites and Green/Brown bass alot....and they are masters at the suck-in/spit-out trick.   Just seems like stretchy line assists them in doing that. I'm a pretty aggressive hook setter.

Since stretchy line isn't a factor for you, would you want to buy a few lines in perfectly new condition?   If so make me an offer and I'll send them your way.    

I have a WF-4-F and two WF-7-F's that I know of..... possibly another.   

Oh and while we're at it....... are there any SA Sharkskin lovers in the crowd?   I have 2 of those that need new homes.   A WF-7-F and a WF-8-F. Absolutely as good as new. 

[gwh]

You might consider looking at Paramont Outdoors - Big Eddy breathable waders.  I purchased a pair last February, they have 90+ days on them.  Have worn them the last three day, 5+ hours each day not one leak.  Key is fit and drying them after use.  They have a zipper model also available.  Most models are on sale now and below $200.  Based out of Sullivan, MO.

[MrGiggles]

On 12/31/2022 at 5:50 PM, Keiththom said:

I notice Amazon sells Sims waders. Will Sims honor a warranty if they are bought over Amazon?

I would be more worried about getting knock-offs. Amazon is awful about that stuff because of how their warehouses are stocked. 

I can't speak for their waders first hand, but Tidewe makes some of the best rubber boots I've ever had. Maybe the waders are worth a look too.

[Keiththom]

OK guys, Sims it is! I actually fished all day with 2 guys that had them on. Now I just need to figure out what wading shoes to buy. Maybe I'll do another thread?

[netboy]

10 hours ago, Keiththom said:

OK guys, Sims it is! I actually fished all day with 2 guys that had them on. Now I just need to figure out what wading shoes to buy. Maybe I'll do another thread?

Can't go wrong with Simms boots as well.

[Foghorn]

Adventuron in Sheboygan Wisconsin has several models of Simms boots on sale starting around $100 up.

[Keiththom]

I'm leaning on something from Sims as well. Just wanted to be sure there wasn't something cheaper and better. Sims has some sales going on now on waders and shoes.

[tjm]

14 hours ago, Keiththom said:

OK guys, Sims it is! I actually fished all day with 2 guys that had them on. Now I just need to figure out what wading shoes to buy. Maybe I'll do another thread?

Are you going with the G3 or the economy line?

[Keiththom]

2 hours ago, tjm said:

Are you going with the G3 or the economy line?

I'm going with the Freestones, on sale for $230. They are only guaranteed one year. The $700 models are guaranteed the same. So I can't personally see any reason to pay more to stay dry the same amount of time? But perhaps I'm missing something.