I recommend Bass Pro's White River waders. I've had mine for several years and the price is right, especially when on sale. I also suggest sock footed breathable over boot attached. I wear neoprene booties over one or two pair of wool socks, long johns, tech pants, and then fleece pants if needed. I've stood waist deep in Pennslyvania streams for ten hours pushing ice out of the way the try for steelhead. Occasional snow showers were ignored under wool sweaters and GoreTex rain jacket. I was also able to move fairly easily. Layering is key to handling cold. You must keep dry so taking layers off as you warm up and putting them back on as you cool down is important.