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chazthefisherman · Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 10:20 am Post subject: OT- Wader advice

I've been using Hodgeman neoprene waders but I'm looking to buy breathable waders today. I wade and kayak a lot so what kind or brand do you recommend? Thanks!

shallowsport · Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 1:43 pm Post subject:

Simms, expensive, but they holdup.

5moreminutes · Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 1:45 pm Post subject:

Go with Simms. I have gone through 2 pairs of Mag2's from academys. Thats the price of Simms. Pay now or pay later.
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chazthefisherman · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 11:21 am Post subject:

It's unanimous. Thanks guys!

Tyler · Site Admin Joined: 06 Mar 2006 Posts: 12865

I've had good luck with the Magellans but I only use them about three times per year winter trout fishing.
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shorty · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 2:20 pm Post subject:

Magellans,Hodgeman wadelites are good,i just use to use them with a pair of long johns and sweat pants under em,Velour works good to..some good socks,maybe UnderAmour cold gear.Simms are the way to go,but they aint cheap.i think Simms has a pretty good warranty to.best bang for your Buck Brother. Cool

FishLady · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 3:33 pm Post subject:

I just got a pair of Magellan chest waders and they are the lightweight breathable kind and they leak...is that normal for breathables?
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ltorna1 · Full Grown Flour Bluffian Joined: 17 Apr 2009 Posts: 3240

My magellans leaked after a season, which is normal for me, as I use them quite a bit. The leaks usually occur in the legs around the seems. If they are leaking and you just got them, I would look for a refund.
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SeaLevelApparel · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 6:30 pm Post subject:

The Mag2's from academy usually hold up for two years for me. Thats wading the guadalupe atleast once a week and the bays twice a month or so. Two years out of a pair of waders under $100.00 being heavily worn is OK with me.

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mudmauler · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 6:45 pm Post subject:

4 years now with my breathable stocking foot hodgeman waders. they are used very hard fishing year round and about 20-25 ironman duck hunts each year. They have been real good to me. Key is the stocking foot, they dont come apart at the ankle area like lots of boot waders. All I do to keep em clean is rinse off with fresh water after each day and let air dry, then store in garage. Plus I got them about half price on their website when they went on clearance.

JayM5209 · Posted: Sun Dec 30, 2012 11:38 am Post subject:

Sierra Trading Post has a ton of waders on sale at their online store, including all the brands mentioned in this thread. Go to their outdoor sports section, then scan the fishing category. Some good buys there. Also, lots of fly rods and gear, wading boots, etc., for those interested. http://www.sierratradingpost.com/fishing~d~14/

By the way, I have a pair of Cabelas breathables that have been very serviceable and reliable for 6 or 7 years. Don't know who makes them for Cabelas, but I'm very satisfied with them.

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FishLady · Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 9:25 am Post subject:

Is there some way I can 'fix' my leak in my breathable waders?
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MakoJJ · Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 10:00 am Post subject:

RPool · Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 10:53 am Post subject:

Simms. The quality is there and so is customer service should you need them.