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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: LOKI on March 15, 2007, 04:29:06 PM
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Hi Everybody!
Well, it's been about 10 years since I last purchased some waders, and I would like your opinions on different styles that would work best for me. I don't use my float tube as often as I used to as I have been doing alot more river fishing. What will work best that will keep me warm in the water, but are easy to be mobile in? Should I invest in some sort of boot as well, or is there a combination of the two out there? I don't want to spend more than $500 if I don't have to, but would love to hear what you guys wear out there so I can make an educated decision. Also, what exactly is a waist belt? Thanks to anyone who replies and can help! I'm tired of having cold wet feet in the river, it makes for a short day.
Tight Lines!
Loki
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Looki,
Read through this thread, it provides a bunch of info on waders from other members.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=13366.0
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BARE BLACK WATERS ;D
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Thanks Weizen!
That's a great help! :)
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I recently bought the Bare Blackwaters and I have to say that after three trips out I love them, very good fit , really comforatable and they are quite rugged, unless they start leaking for no reason I have to wonder what people find they don't like about them !
TH
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I recently bought the Bare Blackwaters and I have to say that after three trips out I love them, very good fit , really comforatable and they are quite rugged, unless they start leaking for no reason I have to wonder what people find they don't like about them !
TH
The issue with them was that they didn't fit right on most people and developed pin hole leaks at the crotch very quickly. They seemed to have rectified this problem with the newer versions.
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I bought the Simms G3 about 2 years ago, I've had know problems at all with them.
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Not sure if they are in your price range, but nothing beats Patagonia waders
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BARE BLACK WATERS ;D
AMEN BONKER ;D
RW pretty much nailed it on the nose as well....I have the black waters and I love them! probably got 50 days in them now...and they are comfy! I also thought I'd try to wear them last yr during sockeye season....35 degree day out...and I wore a pair of extra light track pants underneath..and man..it felt like I was naked...I was nice and cool... ;D very durable...I've been in some insane places this fall/winter with them and so far no leaks/rips!
The best boots for the buck in my mind are the KORKER CONVERTABLES! awsome soles, and very comfortable!....I have a pair and switching from felt to rubber lug trail sole is easy as 1 2 3.....they come with the felt, and rubber lug sole...beauty boots!
Mike <"))))))))><
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Mike D. how much are these boots ?? I am looking for a new pair and those might just fit the bill
cheers TH
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Also the Bare's have a lift time warranty on all the seams. And since they are local(Langley) you get them back really quick and shipping is cheap.
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Thanks for the great advice! I'm thinking I might try the barebacks, as I had neo before. No complaints, but a little inconvenient to lug around. Also, knowing that the bareblacks are made locally is great, I gotta support that, and cutom fitting would be ideal, considering my height.(6'6")
I'm gonna do some research into those cork boots, they sound like a well rounded product and a good investment. Thank you so much everybody! ;)
Loki.
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Gotta go with the Simms G3. I have over 200 days in mine and they still look and feel great. No leaks, 5 layers on knees and butt and 3 layers everywhere else. There's a reason that more guides world wide use Simms than any other wader. You may have to make a trip to the states to get them at a reasonable price, but if you do, you won't be disappointed.
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Bentrod have you checked out the Simms G3 Guide jacket? Its just as good as the waders.
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It's a thing of beauty. I'm waiting for my wading jacket (Orvis) to kick the bucket then I'll start saving my sheckles for the G3.
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They are a thing of beauty. I just got mine for 299. American. There pricey but well worth it, I don't mind spending money on something you don't have to worry about when your using it. Best quality out there for sure.
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Mike D. how much are these boots ?? I am looking for a new pair and those might just fit the bill
cheers TH
They run for about 150-155 give or take a little...not too bad...I think they are a great investment in my mind.....
i have a bare kodiak jacket(matches blackwater waders). same material as the waders i dont get wet any more:)
I myself just bought a Pantagonia SST Fishing jacket (new 07 model) olive colored....matches the black waters pretty well....
Mike <")))))))><
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Bout the same price as a nice pair of Simms.. not too bad because they are convertible , I will have to have a look at them, thx
Rick
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did you know bare will do custom fiting? only company ive ever heard of that bothers.
Sea-Tux do.