#747043 - 03/13/12 09:11 PM
Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
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Parr
Registered: 07/15/04
Posts: 73
Loc: Seattle
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I've got a few bucks (~$300) set aside for a new pair of waders. (Taking 3rd in the NSIA poker tournament was a big boost, thanks 3 Rivers, you guys rock.)
Are the Redingtons wading pants a suitable alternative to chest waders for winter fishing? I'm not worried about the waist height, but rather the lightweight insulation. Am I going to freeze?
How are the Redingtons in general? Zippered vs. non-zippered.
Are the Simms worth the money?
What dark horse brand am I overlooking?
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#747048 - 03/13/12 09:29 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Dee]
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redhook
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Simms are worth every penny... their base model Freestones are quite good as well... last season i bought some River Walk waders, they were around 200 without boots, and honestly, i love them... havent had any issues whatsoever...
as far as freezing, wear sweats and or long johns...
i personally dont care for anything Reddington, but their waders are better than most people give them credit for...
could always just get 3 pairs of Hodgmans as well...
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#747065 - 03/13/12 10:37 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Brad_tgl]
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Dick Nipples
Registered: 03/08/99
Posts: 28170
Loc: Seattle, Washington USA
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Dan Bailey's is my wader of choice, for what it's worth...won't likely be buying anything other than DB's for the foreseeable future.
Fish on...
Todd
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#747080 - 03/13/12 11:09 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
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Smolt
Registered: 01/04/10
Posts: 88
Loc: West Seattle
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Redingtons sonic-pro welded, really comfortable fit. No holes from stitching or bluk!
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#747095 - 03/14/12 12:08 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Hot magic]
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Feel Free to make small talk ;)
Registered: 03/09/10
Posts: 765
Loc: South MILF Hill
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Simms-G3-Guide-W...=item27c3c000dccheck these. I just got a pair. G3's with G4' straps and 100$ less then MSRP. Gore Tex waders you cant go wrong with them. Had the Redington Cpx 8 out 10 on them but lasted 2 years too baggy and thats were they leaked. I herd the Sonic pros were baggy as hell too.
Edited by Rag N Steel (03/14/12 12:11 AM)
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#747100 - 03/14/12 12:29 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Rag N Steel]
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will always be a Juvenile at Sea
Registered: 11/15/06
Posts: 708
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Tried the redington cpx last year lasted two to three trips before getting wet in the knees. Very baggy, still need to send them back. Moved over to entry Simms for a test. Will let you know how they hold up next time this thread is made.
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#747106 - 03/14/12 01:09 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Rag N Steel]
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Ranger Danger
Registered: 02/08/07
Posts: 3098
Loc: AK
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Interesting. Those look like and older model guide wader. Every year Simms puts out a "limited edition" guide version of their G4 wader, available to pro/guide staff only. I think this version is a year or two old. Still solid of course. I wonder if someone is going to get in trouble... Simms = like
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#747109 - 03/14/12 01:35 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Todd]
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Reverend Tarpones
Registered: 10/09/02
Posts: 8587
Loc: West Duvall
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Dan Bailey's is my wader of choice, for what it's worth...won't likely be buying anything other than DB's for the foreseeable future.
Fish on...
Todd +1
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#747121 - 03/14/12 09:10 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Dave Vedder]
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SRC Poser
Registered: 11/04/10
Posts: 2143
Loc: Snohomish
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Reddington sonic pro non zipper for this guy. I had an issue with the zipper fronts that I'm pretty sure was from rowing, i.e. being seated for long periods of time messed the zipper up. Switched to the non zippers and love em. Not baggy at all if you buy a pair that fits.
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#747124 - 03/14/12 10:03 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: steeliedrew]
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Spawner
Registered: 01/28/05
Posts: 781
Loc: Sacramento, CA
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Dan Bailey. Quality product and exceptional customer service.
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#747127 - 03/14/12 10:22 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Nor Cal Drifter]
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will always be a Juvenile at Sea
Registered: 11/15/06
Posts: 708
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Just curious, can you go into more depth on how a zipper fails from sitting? Just doesn't make sense to me. I had the zip fronts and the zipper never failed, the only way I could see it failing would be from
1. jumping up and down in the boat 2. Bending over a lot. 3. Or having an enormous torso and twisting a lot.
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#747132 - 03/14/12 10:42 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Bigjim]
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SRC Poser
Registered: 11/04/10
Posts: 2143
Loc: Snohomish
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It separated at the lower portion of the zipper. I noticed that when I was rowing the zipper would bunch up. Pretty sure the stress from that caused the failure. Was it a fluke? Maybe. Was the convenience of the zipper enough for me to want another pair...no.
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#747133 - 03/14/12 11:00 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: steeliedrew]
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will always be a Juvenile at Sea
Registered: 11/15/06
Posts: 708
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I always worried about that when I was sitting. I would unzip completely when driving. Thanks for the info, good to know in case I get another zip front.
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#747136 - 03/14/12 11:16 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: steeliedrew]
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Reverend Tarpones
Registered: 10/09/02
Posts: 8587
Loc: West Duvall
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[quote=steeliedrewm Was the convenience of the zipper enough for me to want another pair...no. [/quote] Makes sense to me. But, once you need to pee every hour and a half it might change.
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#747142 - 03/14/12 11:29 AM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Dave Vedder]
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Registered: 02/11/03
Posts: 1397
Loc: Bainbridge Island WA
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I love my Sonic Pro Redingtons. Havent fished much lately but shot a ton of ducks and geese while wearing them over the past 7 months and they have been fantastic.
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#747188 - 03/14/12 02:14 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: D3Smartie]
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Juvenile at Sea
Registered: 03/03/02
Posts: 249
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Maybe Bob will chime in with how his sonic pros held up. he turned his into a low water pair.
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#747201 - 03/14/12 03:00 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Loomis]
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Returning Adult
Registered: 12/09/03
Posts: 399
Loc: Seattle
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Another recommendation for Dan Baileys. I typically cover some ground when fishing as opposed to sitting in a boat. Often find myself off trail or places where waders shouldn't be, i.e. in devils club and blackberries. Going on year three without any issues besides one hole that was my own dumb fault. My buddy's experiences have been the same.
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#747204 - 03/14/12 03:07 PM
Re: Shopping for new waders - recommendations?
[Re: Brant]
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Bigtrout15
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I dont know anything about Dan baileys or simms but from what iv heard their warranties are the best. I run cabelas guide pro waders and Iv got 3 seasons on them and they have held up great. Anything from cabelas has an awesome warranty besides you have to personaly go there to get a new pair.
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