Best breathable Waders.

[dphotoco]

Hi everybody,

I've been using Neoprene waders for quite a few years now and my last pair finally has enough holes to force me to replace them.

Budget is of the escence so Orvis, Patagonia, Simms... Are out of the question.

Any comments on Albright, Frogg Togs and the sort?

Thank you!!!

Dave

[flyfishfairwx]

Check out a company called "Caddis" my friend has them and they look good, I have the Reddington CPX zipper and love them.

Hi everybody,

I've been using Neoprene waders for quite a few years now and my last pair finally has enough holes to force me to replace them.

Budget is of the escence so Orvis, Patagonia, Simms... Are out of the question.

Any comments on Albright, Frogg Togs and the sort?

Thank you!!!

Dave

[dphotoco]

Will do.

What's the price range of your Reddington's ?

[Orthoman]

Boy, this is going to get a lot of different opinions.

When it comes to waders, I think you want to get the best you can. YOu can probably get better neoprene waders for less money that you can the breathables - that is better than a cheap pair of breathables.

It has been my experience that when I have gone cheap on the breathables, after a relatively short time, you might as well be wet wading because they leak. The higher quality waders will have several different layers that are not easily punctured by berry bushes, etc. andthey hold up for a long time.

You might want to check out some of the web sites like Cabela's bargain cave - or visit the cave if you have the chance. Also, check out Sierra trading Post because they sometimes have pretty good deals on breathables.

[Silver Creek]

Dan Bailey waders have a good reputation. I'm on my third year with no leak. They are not the best waders but they are very good for the cost and they stand by their warranty.

http://www.flyforums.co.uk/tackle-ta...ey-waders.html

http://www.southeastflyfishingforum....rs-t20307.html

http://www.utahonthefly.com/forums/s...ead.php?t=4159

There is a clearance sale on them.

http://www.redsflyfishing.com/Dan-Ba...-clearance.htm

[dphotoco]

As a matter of fact they had a nice bargain on a pair of William Joseph's but they're not my size.

Boy, this is going to get a lot of different opinions.

When it comes to waders, I think you want to get the best you can. YOu can probably get better neoprene waders for less money that you can the breathables - that is better than a cheap pair of breathables.

It has been my experience that when I have gone cheap on the breathables, after a relatively short time, you might as well be wet wading because they leak. The higher quality waders will have several different layers that are not easily punctured by berry bushes, etc. andthey hold up for a long time.

You might want to check out some of the web sites like Cabela's bargain cave - or visit the cave if you have the chance. Also, check out Sierra trading Post because they sometimes have pretty good deals on breathables.

[dphotoco]

I'll check'em out

thx

Dan Bailey waders have a good reputation. I'm on my third year with no leak. They are not the best waders but they are very good for the cost and they stand by their warranty.

http://www.flyforums.co.uk/tackle-ta...ey-waders.html

http://www.southeastflyfishingforum....rs-t20307.html

http://www.utahonthefly.com/forums/s...ead.php?t=4159

There is a clearance sale on them.

http://www.redsflyfishing.com/Dan-Ba...-clearance.htm

[flyfishfairwx]

Will do.

What's the price range of your Reddington's ?

well the zipper fronts are 279USD.

Here is the web site for the rest..

Redington Fly Rods, Fly Reels, Fly Fishing Apparel & Waders

Deanna (LF) etal sorry if they are not a sponsor

[oldfrat]

I've had a generally very good experience with Cabela's Gold Medal breathables. I had one pair that leaked way too early and had a no hassle replacement. I'll never go back to neoprenes. They are simply too hot in the warmer months and I have discovered that I stay warmer in the cold weather with my breathables. They fit more loosely and that actually results in better insulation. Go figure!

[jeffnles1]

I have a pair of Simms Freestone (I think they call that same model the blackfoot now and the freestone is different). I'm on my 4th season with them and have no leaks yet. I'm not particularly nice to waders either and frequently fish in some pretty rough areas with lots of rock hopping, boulder climbing and walking through brush and rhodendron thickets.

Jeff