I just spent three days steelhead fishing on the Pere Marquette River in Michigan with Jeff Hubbard of Outfitters North. We had a wonderful time, and caught many fish, though after the first day I realized why I wore bootfoot … more
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How to Properly Fit a Pair of Simms Waders
Tucker Ladd of Trout’s Fly Fishing talks about the intricacies of fitting into a pair of Simms waders. There are 25 different sizes in the Simms line-up, and getting into a pair that fits you perfectly takes a bit of … more
Korkers Ice Jack Boots
Korkers Ice Jack Boots are insulated, waterproof snow boots. And, yes, the obvious application is shoveling your driveway. But I must say, especially given Korkers’ tradition in the wading boot realm, I’m seeing some legitimate crossover fishing value as well. … more
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LL Bean 2012 Helix Waders and Rapid River Waders
In waders, L.L. Bean relied on customer/angler feedback to improve its Helix waders for 2012. Helix Technology uses one continuous seam that wraps the leg in a spiral, or “helix,” pattern. This eliminates the number of seams needed by over … more
LL Bean River Treads Wading Boots
“River Treads Wading Boots” offer the increasingly popular BOA-closure system that cinches down with a quick twist of a knob, creating a custom fit. These boots are also built to resist the transport of destructive aquatic materials such as Didymo (rock … more
Redington’s Sonic Pro Women’s Waders
Women will enjoy this new wader for its fit and comfort, not to mention the styling. Thanks to the 4-layer stretch nylon in the upper chest, these waders fit women’s proportions. Keeping in line with the men’s version of the … more
Simms Redesigned Freestone Stockingfoot and Guide Stockingfoot Waders
SIMMS COMPLETELY REDESIGNED its Freestone Stockingfoot line of waders for 2012, but if we’re being perfectly honest, the best attribute of all is the price: $229.95, in the full range of 15 Simms sizes. These waders are made with Toray … more
Chota “Hippies” Adjustable Wading Socks
Says Chota: “Sometimes you need a hip wader, sometimes you need a knee-high wading sock, and at other times you need ‘something in between.’” The new Hippies Adjustable Wading socks are a follow-up to 2011′s novel knee-high Caney Fork wading socks. … more
Patagonia’s Lightest Waders, River Crampons, and Rock Grip Wading Boots
Rio Azul Waders In early 2012, Patagonia will release its Rio Azul Waders, billed as the company’s lightest, most packable wader ever. Designed for the traveling or backcountry angler who requires lightweight performance, the Rio Azul waders feature a 4L … more
Korkers Metalhead Wading Boot and Svelte 2 Soles
Metalhead Wading Boots As many anglers become more and more eco-conscious (an undoubtedly good thing), in an era when we know felt-soled wading boots can contribute to the spread of aquatic invasive species that ruin rivers (things like mudsnails, didymo … more
