Testing the Water: A Look at Angling Waders
May 2, 2010 by admin
Filed under Fishing Boats
As any keen angler (especially the fly-fisherman) will be aware, the time will come when to find the ideal position from which to fish it is often necessary to bite the bullet and get in the wet stuff. Luckily, there is now a huge choice of apparel to keep the fisherman cool and dry in hot weather; and dry and warm when the climate is against you. The principle protective answer on offer is fishing waders, which do what they say on the label: allow the fisherman to wade into water to some depth without the fear of getting a good soaking.
Essentially, there are three general types of waders can be used by the keen fisherman: Hip (or Thigh) waders; Waist waders; and Chest waders, with the option of stocking-foot (where the wader has a sock attached to each leg – often of the same material – which means boots are a separate purchase), or boot-foot (where the wader has boots attached). General consensus appears to be that the most practical option is that of stocking-foot waders; boot-foot fishing waders being difficult to get in to, and more difficult to maintain. However, choice is a matter of personal preference. One of the most popular and successful brands are those made by Simms®, and their big success is the Simms G3 Guide Stockingfoot Waders for Men range.
Like many pieces of a fishermans’ gear, a solid set of waders is a necessity, not a luxury. Mother Nature may be kind, but she can still provide her share of wet, muddy, and cold environments. A good pair of fishing waders will allow the angler to access the prime spots in rivers and streams; laugh in the face of rainstorms, and scoff at the elements.
Due to recent improvements in fabric manufacture, waders are no longer the bulky, heavy, vulcanized rubber outfits of times past: modern materials such as Gore-Tex and neoprene are ‘breathable’. This has allowed the manufacture of fishing waders that will keep you dry all day and allow perspiration and body heat to escape and keep you comfortable, and at the same time are neither restrictive, nor cumbersome, and are less prone to damage.
Wise heads say that with light, breathable waders you can enjoy the angling and stay unconcerned about staying comfortable during the day. Generally, suppliers will offer size-guide charts and cater for men, women and the younger fisherman.
A solid investment to any fisherman’s gear, Simms G3 Guide Stockingfoot Waders for Men are well worth a look.
