Ireland's Finest! Posted November 23, 2010 Report Share Posted November 23, 2010 I'm interested in buying a set of Neoprene waders and I'm wondering what would be the best ones to get? I seen a pair of Ron Thompson ones on ebay for around 60 quid they seem alright but they have cleated soles, what does this mean? Any ideas on which waders to get would be much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymc Posted November 23, 2010 Report Share Posted November 23, 2010 I bought some at the start of the season. I would recommend visiting a few shops and trying a few different ones on. Mainly from the point of view of the shoe size. I am a size 10 but in some waders had to go to 11 or 12 to get them to fit! Mine cost about 80 quid from a shop in Lisburn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99 Posted November 23, 2010 Report Share Posted November 23, 2010 (edited) I'm interested in buying a set of Neoprene waders and I'm wondering what would be the best ones to get? I seen a pair of Ron Thompson ones on ebay for around 60 quid they seem alright but they have cleated soles, what does this mean? Any ideas on which waders to get would be much appreciated As far as I know this means that the waders are bootfoot ie they will have boots permanently attached to the bottoms, in this case wellies / cleated sole, whereas stocking foot waders have a neoprene sock which allows you to buy a wading boot of your choice - which can make it more comfortable if you are walking a long distance (which isn't a very good idea in neoprene waders unless you like to sweat). I don't have any experience of Ron Thompson Waders but generally their stuff is OK and will likely be as cheap as you will find neoprene waders. Edited November 23, 2010 by paul99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaniel Posted November 23, 2010 Report Share Posted November 23, 2010 Im thinking about getting some Avon Muck Boots off evil bay at present... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudpatten Posted November 23, 2010 Report Share Posted November 23, 2010 Fit might also depend on how tall you are.I`m 6`4" and usually buy Snowbee chestwaders as they are one of the few that actually fit me. Most others I`ve tried, the crutch is around my knees where the boot legs are too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ireland's Finest! Posted November 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2010 Im thinking about getting some Avon Muck Boots off evil bay at present... I was looking at a pair of them myself,(the camoflage ones with the orange fluroscent inside?). There about 70 quid, its tough to no, any pair of boots you buy will almost certainly get punctured within a year, I bought a pair of muck boots last christmas cost about 150 euro already there full of punctures but there still not letting the water in wont be long tho I think. I think its put me off buying expensive supposedly quality boots but I dont think its worth buying 20 quid farm wellies either they'll just rip in a month or two, so I think a 70 quid pair of Avon muck boots are the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
activeviii Posted November 25, 2010 Report Share Posted November 25, 2010 LaCrosse tuff extreme all the way for me. i have used them in the coldest of water out on the marsh and not felt the cold in any way. steel shank foot so glass and sharps dont go throw the bottom. handwarmer pockets for the boston warmer to go in and cartridge slots for a few shells. ok there not the cheapest but never had a problem so worth every penny. also i have a 40" inside leg and these fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudpatten Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 Just bought a pair of Daiwa chesties from a local fishing tackle shop for £69. Although not camo they are a sensible enough green colour, Leg length is more than adequate and they look to be well made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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