Did I show my new Boots?

[Middle Mountain]

Wal Mart sells them for less than $30.00 and they come close to your Knees. Theres a small strap on the top outer edges of boots (not pictured) for tightening top of them for whatever reason. A few inches taller than my old ones so hopefully no super cold wet feet anytime soon.

[neralich]

Nice boots and avatar. Is that pic considered modern art

I miss the $25.00 non-insulated camo ones they discontinued last year. I'm gettin' a pair of hip boots or waders for the winter. EVERY time I creekhunt, I get two bootfulls of water and it's quite the nuisance, esp when it's been cold lately! I imagine that the feeling I get is similar to what woman go through when "aunt flow" is visiting

[Mud Hawk]

Originally Posted by neralich

Nice boots and avatar. Is that pic considered modern art

I miss the $25.00 non-insulated camo ones they discontinued last year. I'm gettin' a pair of hip boots or waders for the winter. EVERY time I creekhunt, I get two bootfulls of water and it's quite the nuisance, esp when it's been cold lately! I imagine that the feeling I get is similar to what woman go through when "aunt flow" is visiting

Well, throw in some really bad foot cramps Jason .

Nice Waders!

[neralich]

Haha,, That's great, Mud!

[Trask]

NEOPRENES!!! are the hot ticket 'Course $25 is pretty hard to beat.

[neralich]

This pic shows why I am getting hip or chest waders for the winter,,,numb toes gets old and I'm tired of it



Besides elbow length gloves, I've never tried neoprene gear of any kind,,,what's the advantage? The lighter weight?? I don't mind spending good money for a quality wader if it keeps me from gettin' my toes frostbit this winter! Also it will let me get to areas in creeks that I usually wont go to when it's cold, and wont have to go up and around which not only gives me an advantage, but would keep me dry and less fatigued from gettin up and out constantly to reach gravel bars and shallow areas.

Looking for something that is easy to get on and off and that you don't have to buy wader shoes seperately. Any advice out their from experience using hip/chest waders???

Thanks, Jason

[Scotto]

I used the hip waders years ago when I ran a trapline. Pros and cons of course, but those kinds back then didn't last too long, they'd rot and crack within a couple years. You don't want to get a super-tight fit, as the water may not get in them but then there's little room for air, and if the water is cold then you will be too. I got them at least a boot size bigger, to leave room for a pair of heavy wool socks. If you do a lot of walking with them on, it is tiring. and if you have exposed skin, chafing can be a serious issue.

[neralich]

Originally Posted by Scotto

I used the hip waders years ago when I ran a trapline. Pros and cons of course, but those kinds back then didn't last too long, they'd rot and crack within a couple years. You don't want to get a super-tight fit, as the water may not get in them but then there's little room for air, and if the water is cold then you will be too. I got them at least a boot size bigger, to leave room for a pair of heavy wool socks. If you do a lot of walking with them on, it is tiring. and if you have exposed skin, chafing can be a serious issue.

Thanks, Scott,,,guess I'll just go try some on in the next week or so and will wear the socks that I plan on using with them, to make sure I get the proper fit.

[drdave514]

Great price. Unfortunately they will crack on the side at the toe bend in short order. At first not so much to notice but the cold wet feeling in your boot will let you know. I've had two pair. It happened quicker on the pair that were a bit large for me versus the ones that fit a but snug.