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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: vancook on February 08, 2010, 03:00:57 PM
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I was wondering if anyone owns a set of these breathable waders and how do you like them? I want to buy some waders and boots and not sure what to buy. I can't afford to buy a top end model of simms or anything like that. I'm hoping to spend $200 on the waders and up to $100 on the boots, all before tax. Any suggestions?
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I have a pair of Redingtons CPX for sale, 280 band new never used. I just bought a pair of Bare Chota boots, by far the best boot I have purchased, lightweight and super comfy. they got for 70$
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where did you pick the boots up?
what size are the waders? I'm an xl
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I have the Sedge waders. I used them for sturgeon, steelhead and salmon for 3 seasons - maybe 40 trips - and now all the seams are leaking around the knees. They are sized properly and they haven't been abused.
I'm up to my ears in Aquaseal and I can't stop the leaks so I have switched to my backup pair (a much older but still cheap set that so far is working good).
Believe me steelheading with wet legs is unpleasant.
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hmm I guess that means I should save up for a better pair
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anyone own a set of Simms Freestone waders? happy with them?
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anyone own a set of Simms Freestone waders? happy with them?
I think thats what i have. With the zipper pocket and cuffs over the boot laces. Its been 3 seasons and i only had 1 hole when i went down in the stave. Gooped that spot and i've been dry ever since. I abuse my stuff so nothing high end for me. So thumbs up for me as they haven't leak on there own. 3 seasons so far
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I went through couple of Wraight and McGill waders. They didn't last more than 2 seasons each pair. Newest I got are Dan Bailey's breathables. They are affordable and super comfy with built in belt and gravel guards. They even have a hands warmer pockets. I don't know about longevity as I had them for a few trips only, but warranty seems to be decent.
They look and feel pretty solid.
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where did you pick those up?
I went through couple of Wraight and McGill waders. They didn't last more than 2 seasons each pair. Newest I got are Dan Bailey's breathables. They are affordable and super comfy with built in belt and gravel guards. They even have a hands warmer pockets. I don't know about longevity as I had them for a few trips only, but warranty seems to be decent.
They look and feel pretty solid.
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I got them from Savas at Trout Water Supplies in Kelowna. Give them the ring, they may ship it for you. Funny thing is, i met our site's Rodney in there while purchasing them.
Probably we will see TWS ad on Fishing with Rod soon.
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i recently purchased a set of simms blackfoot waders for 180 bucks from searun in coquitlam and a pair of chota boots for 70 bones. wasnt looking to break the bank and am pleased with both so far.
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Vancook - if your willing you could also look at buying online directly from the manufacturer or from a place like Cabelas. im on my 2nd set of their high end breathables ($200 or less) and they lasted me the longest of any pair i have bought. i also just picked up a pair of Simms boots from them for half price ;D awesome boots and worth every penny.
you could also go to the Bare factory in Langley where you might be able to get waders for a better price, I think they also do fittings there so you get waders that fit right so the crotch doesnt burn out quickly. I just cant remember the name of the place because its not "Bare" its something else :-\