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LOKI

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Purchasing Waders
« on: March 15, 2007, 04:29:06 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #1 on: March 15, 2007, 04:48:50 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #2 on: March 15, 2007, 04:54:52 PM »
BARE BLACK WATERS  ;D
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #3 on: March 15, 2007, 05:18:51 PM »
Thanks Weizen!

 That's a great help! :)
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #4 on: March 15, 2007, 05:34:03 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #5 on: March 15, 2007, 06:15:12 PM »
Quote from: TrophyHunter on March 15, 2007, 05:34:03 PM
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #6 on: March 15, 2007, 06:16:41 PM »
I bought the Simms G3 about 2 years ago, I've had know problems at all with them.
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #7 on: March 15, 2007, 06:49:03 PM »
Not sure if they are in your price range, but nothing beats Patagonia waders
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #8 on: March 15, 2007, 09:35:39 PM »
Quote from: CAPTAIN BONK on March 15, 2007, 04:54:52 PM
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!

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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #9 on: March 15, 2007, 09:37:12 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #10 on: March 15, 2007, 09:54:00 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #11 on: March 15, 2007, 11:27:18 PM »
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! ;)
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #12 on: March 15, 2007, 11:50:37 PM »
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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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #13 on: March 16, 2007, 12:29:09 AM »
Bentrod have you checked out the Simms G3 Guide jacket? Its just as good as the waders.
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Re: Purchasing Waders
« Reply #14 on: March 16, 2007, 08:56:23 AM »
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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