I just ordered a pair of Toggs breathable stocking foot waders to go with my neoprenes for summer duty.
Only $50 here:
http://www.sportchalet.com/product/index...Id=2591918
Can't find anything BAD, though sparse good reviews otherwise.
Anyone have any experience with these? Can't beat the price!
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I would really be curious on how they wear. The price is cool that you could justify a new pair a year, but will they last a year.
Please keep us up to date on these.
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[cool][#0000ff]Sorry. Completely unfamiliar with these waders.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]That is a good price...if they give you at least a year of good service without a lot of leaks. Every once in a while a new product will come on the market and the initial pricing will be good to attract new buyers. But, it is always a gamble...low price against potential poor quality. As a general rule in waders, you really do GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The Hodgman Wadelites are a good example. They have historically been the low price line, but they also are notorious for leaking. Some leak right out of the box. Most of them develop leaks within a few uses. And, it is not just the seams but at many spots on the main material of the waders. Their waterproofing wears through and you get "seepage" at numerous points in the legs.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I hope you made a good buy. Let us know how you like them a few months from now. And go fishing a lot to put them to a good test.[/#0000ff]
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You got me seriously thinking about them. I fish year round with waders in the winter and now using the Navigator more I am using them all year.
In the Navigator, it is not a big issue as it is summer. The knees and the butt do get used in this case.
In the winter, I am mostly walking.
I would like to keep my Pro Guides strictly for river and these $50. waders just might be the ticket for the tube.
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So I got these waders in the mail the other day and I've had them out on the lake now. I'm 5'9", 165, wear 32"/32" jeans, and a 9.5 shoe. The waders fit great if not a bit loose. There's plenty of inseam, and the suspenders at full tight are just tight enough. Almost too loose but okay.
Nice neoprene booties and integrated gaiters. Stuff pocket inside the top of the waders, came with a belly cinch belt and a top elastic drawstring.
They work GREAT and can't be beat for less than $60 shipped.
No complaints. I've used neoprene exclusively forever, but I love these. Comfy, cool, and does the job.
Highly recommended.
Only thing I wish was that they had the pant waders (to the waist only) for this cheap. Best I could find was closer to $90. I'm thinking for summer tubing they'd be just about perfect - no need for chest (and HIGH chest at that) waders. I wonder if this pricing is wrong as the next best price I've seen for these is closer to $100?
Go get some before they get wise!
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[cool][#0000ff]Good review. Sounds like you got a good deal. Of course the real test will be how they hold up over a couple of seasons of heavy use.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]It is good that they fit a bit loose. That allows for adding a couple of layers as the water gets cooler but before you want to go full neoprenes.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Since I sit up high in my Super Fat Cat, I do not need chest high waders either. I really do not like fighting with the straps. So, I removed the straps from my lightweight waders and just use a waist belt to keep them in place.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I looked for some waist high waders and found several models. But, they are apparently made only for wading and not for sitting. Of the ones I tried on, they pulled down in the back when I sat in them. The top of the back of the waders was low enough when I sat that even in a high riding tube there could be potential for getting a damp backside.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]So, if anybody ever decides they can get by with waist high waders, be sure to try them on and sit down in them before you plunk down the money.[/#0000ff]
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Thanks for the warning on the pants waders. I had my own concerns about "plumber's leak" on them myself. I won't be cutting the straps since I could possibly be using them for actual river wading some day.
I've been wearing them "up" for now, but I may try to figure out a way to neatly roll them down but having the open top junk drawer in the waders over the belt is convenient.
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[cool][#0000ff]Before I took the plunge and removed the straps I tried just rolling the tops down, with the straps rolled up inside the material. It works but is a bit bulky and uncomfortable...especially in the back where you lean up against it. But, it works on hot days to help you stay a bit cooler and less confined.[/#0000ff]
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UPDATE: After using these waders probably 20 - 30 times, they developed a leak at the seam that split the top of my foot. I tried Aquasealing it multiple times but failed. That said, Frogg Toggs did warranty them and sent me a replacement pair. These were the updated version with a one piece foot top panel which I like a lot better. I did use these with floppy aquasox and fins so perhaps that stresses the foot top more than wading boots?
At any rate, I'll keep you posted should these spring a leak.
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