Members pinecone Posted November 23, 2007 Members Posted November 23, 2007 Orvis has a good sale going on the Pro Guide Waders. Anyone ever used these? Idon't know about the large pocket on the front, may or may not be of use. I know Simms seems to be the brand of choice but the Orvis warranty policy ain't that bad either.
motroutbum Posted November 23, 2007 Posted November 23, 2007 I have a pair, and the only reason i am still using them is because i dont have the money to buy another pair right now and they were free. I would NOT recommend them. go with simms. There are two types of people. Those who dream dreams and wish, then there are the do'ers. I am a do'er!
jdmidwest Posted November 24, 2007 Posted November 24, 2007 The Pro Guide is a good pair of waders, I think they are a little overdesigned. The form fitting boot foot requires a size larger boot than normal. They are heavier in weight, stiff, and are too warm for the summer. I use them for my winter waders and the handwarmer pocket is nice. They worked well in Alaska. I have a pair of Orvis Silver Label boot foots that I have used since 2000 and they are still going strong. I used them duck hunting for a while till I got a pair of Hogeman Breathables for that purpose. The Hogemans started leaking at the seams after 2 seasons. The Silver labels are the ones I use in the spring and fall kayaking when the water is too cool to wet wade. I am currently packing them in to my walk in duck spot because they are so lightweight. And, they still don't have any leaks. They are cooler in the summer, better price, lighter weight, and extremely durable. You hardly notice them when wading. "Life has become immeasurably better since I have been forced to stop taking it seriously." — Hunter S. Thompson
Members pinecone Posted November 24, 2007 Author Members Posted November 24, 2007 Thanks for the quick replys. I had originally planned on going with the Silver Labels for both myself and my wife. I then noticed the Simms L2 and they seemed like my best bet. Like the Goretex! Since there are few waders for women will stay with the Orvis for my wife.
Root Admin Phil Lilley Posted November 24, 2007 Root Admin Posted November 24, 2007 I had a great pair of pro guides but I messed up and cleaned them with alittle bleach after they molded in AK. The next pair they sent leaked after 2 days. The next one after 4 days. I'm waiting on the next one. The one thing Orvis does well is stand behind their product no questions asked. Send them back and get a new pair.
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