Will it be slow-moving water or a faster current? How deep will the streams be? To keep your line in the water no matter the environment, there are three main wader heights available: hip, waist and chest.
Hip waders can be great for fishermen who only venture into shallow streams or creeks with slow-moving current, as they can comfortably protect against waters up to knee or lower-thigh height.
This style can also be great to have on hand when launching boats, digging for clams and hunting in swampy conditions. These are a fantastic option for anglers looking to get into mid-thigh-high water, as well as those looking for unrestricted motion for their upper half.
Chest waders can also be great when navigating new waters with unknown drop-offs and gullies, or streams with a faster current. There are essentially three materials when it comes to fishing wader construction: neoprene, rubber and breathable nylon or polyester with a waterproof membrane.
Each has advantages and disadvantages when choosing the best waders for your fishing needs. While neoprene can be warm and comfortable, waders made from this material are not breathable. Some fishermen might find these waders too hot in warmer conditions and should opt for a more breathable option.
Thicker neoprene can also hold some buoyancy, which can make trudging through streams a bit awkward. Rubber is very resilient to tears and punctures, but it has little-to-no breathability and a lesser range of motion than other materials. See if you can put a foot up on a stool. Remember you may be climbing up and down stream banks. Look too at the length of the legs, too long will cause folds which can rub and wear causing leaks.
Sure, a couple of the other shoppers might think you're a little loose up top, but you will find it to be time well spent. Number Four: What type boots and boot soles to get? Boot and boot sole selection is a lot like wader selection.
Once again, what are you going to be using the waders for and under what types of conditions? Some waders have the boots connected to the wader in one piece. These are called boot foot waders. If you are going to spend most of your time in cold weather and water, they are by far the right choice.
They provide the best cold-water protection and most of them come insulated. Another advantage to the boot foot wader is they are low maintenance and are very easy to put on and take off. Because rocks and sand can't slip into the boot, there is no need to put on gravel guards to protect your feet from getting rubbed raw. Built in boots have no laces, which is a bonus and you don't have to worry about arriving at the river with only one boot or with your wife's boots as I once did.
Stocking foot waders are probably the most popular type of waders on the market mostly because of their weight advantage. They have the same type of construction as boot foot waders; but do not have the attached rubber boot. Instead, stocking foot waders have a neoprene sock attached to the bottom of the waders, which means you will have to purchase of pair of wading boots. In some ways this is good, because it allows you to purchase different boots for different river bottoms.
It also allows you to wear flippers when in a float tube. The big disadvantage is that sand or gravel can find it's way through your gravel guards and you will have to stop and clean out your wading boots. If not properly looked after, sand and gravel will eventually wear holes into the stocking foot, causing your waders to leak.
Take a look and shop with confidence! Unfortunately all waders are susceptible to puncture and tear damage on the riverbank and care is needed to ensure this is kept to a minimum.
Minor repairs to waders can be made in the field or at home, we recommend more serious tears and large damaged areas are dealt with by the manufacturer. These can be repaired in the same way as above, but Stormsure is no longer used.
You may find leaks by filling the waders with water and looking for signs of water seeping out, marking it with a waterproof pen and applying Aquasure to the affected area. Larger holes can be patched. Here are some simple guidelines that will ensure you get optimum performance from your waders at all times.
Sadly, every year there are a number of wading accidents, some of which end in a fatality. Many could be avoided by following some simple guidelines and wearing a lifejacket. This article will offer answers to your questions about selecting the right waders to get the most out of your experience on the water. There are several different wader designs available to anglers today, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
Depending on the kind of fishing activity you are involved in or the type of water you fish most often in, you might prefer one over another. The most common types you will see in fly shops and tackle stores are hip waders, waist high waders or wading pants, and chest high waders. Hip waders are typically the least expensive and most convenient type of wading system available.
They are a dream for the casual fisherman who prefers to stay in shallower water and appreciates the convenience of having the boot and wader attached to one another. Basically, they are a pair of wading boots with a waterproof fabric upper section that reaches up to hip height, fastening to the belt. Waist high waders work like a pair of waterproof pants, only differing from chest waders in that the waterproof material does not reach above the waist.
The main advantage is that they are easier to put on and remove and help you stay cooler on hot, sunny days. This style of wader is preferred by anglers who mostly fish during warmer months or in hot climates.
They can certainly be used for shallow wading and in warmer weather, but they also allow for deeper wading and provide anglers with the added weather protection needed for fishing in colder climates. Waders can be made of any waterproof material, from rubber to waxed canvas, but the most popular and common choices you will see are either neoprene or lightweight, breathable fabrics such as GoreTex.
You may see other outdated materials on sale in discount bins or at thrift stores, but you are better off spending the money on more modern and durable materials. Neoprene has been a top choice for wader materials since the s and still has its following. Neoprene waders are lightweight, flexible, and — best of all — warm. They are also typically much less expensive than breathable waders.
Neoprene comes in different thicknesses, from 2 mm up to 7 mm. The thicker the material, the warmer it will keep you. However, be aware that thicker neoprene is bulkier and less flexible. One disadvantage is that the material tends to degrade over time and become brittle, decreasing the useful life of the wader. GoreTex, Toray, or other fabrics marketed as being waterproof and breathable are becoming the most popular option for fishing waders, and for good reason: they keep the water out while simultaneously allowing sweat and moisture to pass through.
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