10-24-2008, 07:18 PM
I paid $375.00 for my Simms Guide Breathable waders. Seem like a lot but they are now nine years old. There are a few patches and some stains but they still work great. I fish in 39 to 84 degree water in them. With the proper under garments, ie polar fleece, they are as warm as can be. on the other hand I like what was said about trunking it.Great for warm Summer days. For a long trip in warm water, I still wear my waders, splashing water on them from time to time to stay cool. My fishing friends are still buying cheap waders every year spending much more than I ever did. Those Neoprenes smell so awful sometimes I make my buddies wrap them in trash bags and tie them to the bumper to keep the smell out of my truck. The lightweights rip very easily and seem to be about worthless. My advice is to save up and buy a good pair and buy some good wading boots to protect them. By the way my waders have now cost me around $40.00 a year and they are nowhere close to wearing out.
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