Originally Posted by
Rich W
I suggest wearing your rain jacket over the top of the waders and use a wading belt to seal the jacket to the waders. This way if you sit down in knee deep water, you may not get water flooding over the top of the waders ending a good day on the stream. This happened to me last winter and ended my day 5 minutes after I got in the stream and since I didn't have dry clothes, it was a cold drive home. I even considered a kayaker's dry top as the ultimate way to keep dry.
Rich
As a Saltwater surfcaster, I could recommend the drytop idea. Look for a company called Aquaskinz, they have 2 neoprene drytops that work well for keeping you dry and warm. Many of us use them. They also have warm weather models. Some of the Kayaker specialty brands are well received also.
Ladyfisher is on the money about the silk longjohns, they're great for everyday wear too. Look for them at Sportsmans Guide or Sierra Trading Post.
Stay warm - stay dry - stay safe.
Jim
Born to fish - forced to work.
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