While I realize they aren't a sponsor here, I think the best solution for you is the West Branch Integrated Boot-Foot Waders, Aqua Stealth, from L.L Bean. The boots lace up for better ankle support and you can add screw in cleats to the Aqua Stealth soles for better traction in very slippery conditions, but don't need them for normal wading. The Aqua Stealth sole gives good traction in snow; doesn't load up like felt does, is a good hiking sole, and wears as good as or better than felt.
Dan S
"I still don't know why I fish or why other men fish, except that we like it and it makes us think and feel." Roderick Haig-Brown, A River Never Sleeps