Neoprene vs Regular?

[flygoddess]

I on the other hand, guide and fish all year long and stand in the rivers for hours. I have not wore neoprene for years. I am not sure I would even if I had them. I just prefer the comfort of the breathables. Even on very cold winter days, a sweatshirt and long johns is all that is required. If it gets warmer you can strip layers off, something you cannot do in neoprene.
This is just me but I feel like a sausage in neoprene[laugh]
I fish in much colder temps than I will ever tube in meaning the water is rock hard. So cold that my guides ice up on every cast. BUT, I do it in breathables.
LAYERING with the right cloths. NO COTTON! no levis, or cottom sweats.
Nylon thin skins or body armour as a base coat, then top with either fleece pants/bibs or a pair of scrubs, wool is good also.

NOW if money is an issue and you do not fish all year or not much in the cold, the Neoprene is the right answer.
It will be really tuff to find a pair of breathables that will last several years for under $200. not to mention the underclothes.
If you do still want to think breathables, put them on with bulky clothes and squat to ensure a good fit.
I love mine, but they do make my butt look big...LOL
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