Rick,

The Cabela's Guide Tech waders I own have given me excellent service. I've had them for several years, maybe four or five? Hard to recall....getting old.

They get about 20 days/year of use, and I tend to be srambling over downed logs and crawling through brush in the areas wher i use them.

So far, no leaks or visible damage from this.

Whether a less expensive option will work for you depends on your level of use. In any event, Cabelas has a good reputation for standing behind it's products.

Good luck!

Buddy