I have used Cabela's and Hodgemans. and the Hodgemans wadelite lasted less then 6 mos. and the warrenty sucked. I have also used Cabela's dry Plus II and had no problems with for 2 years till the seal broke on my footies. Cabela's sent me a new pair , only charge was for shipping. Now I use Patagonia and I have had them for 2 years with no leaks or sigh of any leaks and no complaints. I know Simms are popular but heard they have had some problems with warrenty, and that is the reason why I went with Patagonias. Not to mention Simms does not give you the little extras (belt, gravel guards) , I know those things are cheap but for the price they should include them.

LL bean, Known for their awesome warrenty (consider it on of the best in the industry). Their Bomber breathables are spendy but I would bet they would give Simms and Patagonia a run for their money. On one fly review magazine, most would choose Simms but the warrenty award went with LL Bean . If I had to choose a new pair today I would seriously consider the LL bean Gortex Bomber . A little spendy at $385 but you get a wader for life.