BK,

I just got myself a pair of the Hodgman breathables and used them for the first time on the Cowlitz the other day. I really like them and was surprised how comfy they were. I haad a set of neo's and they always made my back hurt after just a few hrs. these are so nice I can walk after a long day of fishing. and as for busting brush I can't help you but I would get some type of breathable's. the Hodgmans are fine for me not really expensive but they do the job. I got mine from Sportco for 89$

hope that helps.

dcrzfitter