New waders help needed

[mariobass]

Hello,
first of all I was not sure where to place this thread. I hope it is ok to be here. Second i moved from MI to WA and miss MI so much.
Coming back to the topic I need new waders for winter fishing. What I have found interesting to me are the RedHead® Classic Series II Neoprene Bootfoot Waders available in Bass pro. I would like to hear opinion regarding this product. I also would like to hear any other waders recommended for winter fishing.

Thanks so much
Good lock with winter steelhead.

[toto]

Neoprenes are very warm if you get the heavier ones. Some of the guys around this site are using the lighter breathables. They dress for warmth with underclothing that keeps them warm. Good question though, I used to use 5 mm neoprenes and man they were warm, but if it get above 40 degrees or so they are too warm, if you know what I mean.

[mariobass]

Something I did not mention and that is very important is the "rubber boots lined with 600 gram Thinsulate™ Ultra Insulation". I had neoprene waders made of 3.5 mm neoprene with 400 gram Thinsulate and they were very worm during winter. My concern is with the boots the most. I would like to buy waders with boots in the range as I had 400 or 600 gram. They do not have to be as warm as hunting waders, which have 1000 gram and above boots, because water does not drop below 32, as can air during hunting. I am considering putting on only one pair of warm socks from the other side To pick up new waders I am concerned also about quality and comfort of use.

[bntz313]

I recently received Cabela's 3.5mm neoprene waders with 600 gram Thinsulate and they are very nice and warm. in the summer if I wear them I could just wear shorts and they fold down and the straps create a wading belt. Though I don't have the felt bottoms, they seem to be doing pretty well on the river bottom.

[Michigander1]

Big plus is if they leak .Take them back and get a new pair ,Mich

[REG]

Originally Posted by Michigander1

Big plus is if they leak .Take them back and get a new pair ,Mich

If you are talking about Cabelas, they changed their warranty on waders to 1 year. After that, they prorate them

[Toga]

I recently picked up a pair of white river boot foot bretheable waders and have been pleased with them so far. No insulation but that has not been an issue as long as I put on an extra layer under them. They are super light. If they hold up for a couple seasons I'll be happy.

[Flyfisher]

Originally Posted by mariobass

I also would like to hear any other waders recommended for winter fishing.

Cabelas has Chota Tellico II Bootfoot Breathables on clearance for $129, usually $300. I have had the same pair for 3 years. Boots are insulated and the a pair of fleece pants keep the legs warm.

[boppa]

Have had a pair of Redhead Bone Dry stocking foot waders (think 3.5mm, not sure) from Bass Pro Shop for 3 seasons. They got medium usage for 1 1/2 years then heavy use- I retired. If I wear 2 pairs of socks, 1 lite wgt synthetic & 1 heavy wool, I don't get cold feet. What I really like is how comfy they are to walk in. I'm hopeing to get some wading shoes this year for Xmas to use with them ha ha... Seriously the boot foot waders used to chaff my ankles, not the stocking foot w/ wading shoes. I don't use the gravel guards that came with them; just lace up tight and you shouldn't get any stones in.

[Flyfisher]

Originally Posted by boppa

Seriously the boot foot waders used to chaff my ankles

I hear you there. Nice thing about the Chotas is they have laces to tighten the boots. Although nothing beats the comfort of a stocking foot/wading boot combo, they are not nearly as warm as a bootfoot, something to consider if one wants to fish steelhead all winter.

[John Q. Public]

Look into the Cabela's Spring Run wader. 5mm neoprene bootfoot 1000 gram thinsulate. I have never been even close to cold wearing mine. On sale now too.

[FISH BUM]

Originally Posted by John Q. Public

Look into the Cabela's Spring Run wader. 5mm neoprene bootfoot 1000 gram thinsulate. I have never been even close to cold wearing mine. On sale now too.

For use in cold weather I bought cabelas waders and very happy with them. The boot insulation is the most important consideration for warmth, more so than the weight of the neoprene. Unless you are thin and tall, I would also strongly suggest that you select the "stout" configuration for comfort as the "regular" sized can be extremely uncomfortable due to the tightness of neoprene.

[steelslam]

SuperMag™ 1600 Chest Waders and Hip Boots
We created the very pinnacle of waterfowling-wader performance by packing the best features into a rugged, incredibly warm 5mm-neoprene package. Even though we've loaded more performance into these waders than our competition's closest version, ours are priced $50 less than theirs. The bootfeet are insulated with warmth-trapping 1,600-gram Thinsulate™ Ultra Insulation, making them the warmest on the market. The 5mm neoprene is covered with Armor-Flex™ for iron-like abrasion resistance and excellent mobility. Air-bob outsoles have deep molded lugs. To keep your ammunition, choke tubes and other small accessories close, we included a quick-detach shell pouch with 24 shell loops. Our front-pocket system incorporates a pass-through fleece-lined handwarmer pocket, a storm-flapped top-entry storage pouch and three front compartments for convenient access to your calls. The handwarmer pocket has a heat-pack pocket that hangs freely at your fingertips.
here are the wadders that will last you for years an you will never get a cold foot and are very comfortable. this is the 4-5th year for mine an still work like new.

[Mr. Tipper]

Ditto on the Cabellas Spring Run waders. I've had mine for 2 seasons now and they get heavy use all Fall/Winter/Spring. Lots of people exit the river due to cold but these have kept me in the river plus very warm - plus they have heavy felt on the soles - great for the slippery rocks.

[syonker]

Originally Posted by steelslam

SuperMag™ 1600 Chest Waders and Hip Boots

Another vote for these waders.

Go with the stout sizing.

I'm also hoping that Santa brings me the hip boot version.