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Regardless of which boot you get, just make sure it's the right size. All the boots mentioned here are good, but none of them is worth having if they don't fit (which might be an argument against LLBean or other mailorder). I really like the Patagonia; i have the beefy wading shoe, which has been re-done. I've had Borgers and Chotas, but i like the business ethic of Patagonia, and they fit my feet better than either of my other boots. Couldn't be happier with them. When they wear out, i'll buy more Patagonia.
HTH,
kevin
[This message has been edited by Fr Fly (edited 10 January 2006).]
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Yaffle,
The cleated rubber soles from Cabela's aren't the same as Aquastealth, and I believe would be slick on almost all surfaces, just a little bit more secure than wearing a pair of rubber bottomed sneakers on the water.
Aquastealth rubber was made originally for rock climbers who need extreme grip on rocks. It was retrofitted to be worn in the water, and has soft rubber feel that grabs hard surfaces. You'll find it better than other rubber soles.
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Jude
Late to bed,
Early to Rise,
Guide all day,
Tie more flies!
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Jude tks for that, I assumed as much, but wasn't sure.
Kevin, great tip I'll keep this in mind.
I realize an Ideal way would be to hike in and then change into waders and wading boots.
I usually follow trails along creeks, follow creak beds, blaze my own trail perpendicular to the creek...
All while poking my nose into the creek and casting to fishy looking water when ever I can. It wouldn't be practicle for me to change into waders and boots each time, so I need something that'll wear well, and stick even better when I visit some of my slicky bottom rivers.
I have hiked many a mile per day in my current hip boot waders and also my chest boot waders, so I know what hiking in waders is all about.
I just recieved an e-mail from a Dealer here in Ontario and he'll be getting Aquastealth Studded boots in a few weeks at 200.00 Canadian. Approx 160.00 or so American. He didn't say weather these were Simms waders even though I asked specifically about the brand. I'll return his e-mail.
Is this a good price for this type of boot?
Are the other brands at a better price.
Like mentioned, I also couldn't find the LL Bean wader in studded Aquastealth.
Tks Yaf
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If they are Simms, that may not be a bad price. Make sure they are Simms or LL Bean though because I think they are the only 2 with Aquastealth besides the Korkers. Here's the link to their lightweight L2 boots. They are available with Aquastealth soles, and you can put screws in the bottom to make the soles cleated. The nice thing about this is that you can change from studded to non-studded. The studded option is best for 80% of wading, but can be dangerous on slick, granite rocks that are polished by the river and dry. The algae covered ones are ok, but the large boulders you may sometimes scramble over to reach a destination can be iffy with studs. [url=http://www.simmsfishing.com/za/SIM?PAGE=PRODUCT_DETAILS&CAT=footwear&PROD.ID=1443 2:14585]http://www.simmsfishing.com/za/SIM?PAGE=PRODUCT_DETAILS&CAT=footwear&PROD.ID=1443 2[/url:14585]
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Jude
Late to bed,
Early to Rise,
Guide all day,
Tie more flies!
www.customflys.com
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Just in case you haven't tried it for warm weather, wer a pair of nylon pants or whatever for wet wading. Tie the laces of your wading boots through your D-ring net holder and hike in wearing whatevr shoes you find most comfortable,
The cold mountain streams out here can still be pretty chilly in the warm weather but, on average, the whole day is a lot more pleasant than hiking in a long way wearing waders and wading boots.
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I just had a big blow out with Chota yesterday. Their boots are comfortable but as far as I am concered I dont think they last very long and I dont feel like they stand behind their product. I would buy Simms Guide boots, that is what I am going back to.
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I like the wienbrenners very good boots my mom and step dad both have a pair and they have lasted through two or three sole replacements and still going strong, plus its the same money for studded or regular.
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LL Bean has in their Hunting Gear sale section the Korkers Wetlands interchangeable sole (felt and felt studded) insert which should cover all fishing situations. Very nice price, too!