Tis1979 Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 Hi all, Can anyone recommend a decent set of chest waders to use wildfowling on the foreshore & rivers? Many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 If you want neoprene then there are loads available. Personally I don't like them and prefer the normal ones. I bought mine off the bay for about 40 quid. They are Ocean rubber/PVC type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 I got a pair of these last season. Cheap and haven't let me down. Early season they're hot as hell, but as it gets colder you'll realise the benefits of neoprene. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEOPRENE-CHEST-WADERS-5MM-NEW-UNUSED-SHOE-SIZE-10-11-/190481091242?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item2c598ecaaa MC's rubber one's make his bum look big Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 i bought a cheap pair off ebay for 38quid neoprene ones have been worn alot in different places and are lasting very well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted December 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 I got a pair of these last season. Cheap and haven't let me down. Early season they're hot as hell, but as it gets colder you'll realise the benefits of neoprene. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEOPRENE-CHEST-WADERS-5MM-NEW-UNUSED-SHOE-SIZE-10-11-/190481091242?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item2c598ecaaa MC's rubber one's make his bum look big They look just the job, Did the boot size come up big or small? i'm a 9.5 and these are a 10-11 Many thanks Tristram Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 just checked the link thems the ones i use i am size 9.5 and go tthe size 8-9 they fit well with a thick pair of socks on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 i am a ghillie and use waders all the time, i have tried numerous makes and the best ones so far are "Greys Apollo" not cheap about £120. beware of ones with rubber boots as they usually go where they are taped onto the legs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 They look just the job, Did the boot size come up big or small? i'm a 9.5 and these are a 10-11 Many thanks Tristram I got the 10/11 size. They're quite roomy but a decent pair of socks and they're fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 Shooters need the strechy type neoprine, go into a big fishing store and pull on a few not all neo is the same. Lack of flexibility means the seams give up real quick. Avoid felt soles at all costs for mud they are deadly and watch the buckles some are placed exactly were you mount your gun and it can get painfull. Have a look on cabellas site they have plenty designed for shooters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIVERD Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 (edited) I fix waders for a living and have a great selection of warranty replacements, that have been seam sealed and will not leak. I use scuba diving technology ( scuba tec, instructor and shop owner for 22 years) to make waders last for years. I sell the waders at about half retail price but with a full years warranty. To date we have never had a seam we have sealed leak, and have some waders we have sealed still going 6 years on. We have a good selection of neoprenes available and we are expecting another batch in the new year. We reject any wader that is not in almost new condition, and many still have the labels on. We have built up a great reputation in the game angling community and do repairs for many of the major manufacturers. I am happy to advise on waders, makes and models and also how to do repairs but never promote any particular brand on open forums. Details of what we do can be found at www.wader-repair.co.uk On the prices page is a selection of the waders we currently have available but we get a deliver most months. We can also seal basically any leak in waders, from porous material to mouse holes and leaking seams and boots. cheers dave Edited December 22, 2010 by DIVERD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted December 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 Thanks everyone some great advice as usual. Merry xmas & Kind regards Tristram Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyb79 Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 (edited) Just one other observation, I bought a pair of 4mm neoprenes for wildfowling and on the first day out in them went for the usual 1.5mile walk to the shooting spot. It was like walking in treacle all the way and I ended up injuring my right leg muscles from the experience. The temperature was about -4 that day also, and whilst walking, I was sweating like anything due to the lack of breathability with neoprene, however once sat down, because the sweat couldn't escape, it just froze around my body which was pretty horrible. I haven't bothered with them since, and have got a pair of Cabelas breathable waders on the way. Not cheap at all, but worth every penny if I can walk miles comfortably in them. You may find the neoprenes ok for yourself, but I really struggled with them. Edited December 23, 2010 by jimmyb79 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted December 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 Yeah thanks for adding that Jimmy b I was thinking about as I've quite a walk as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBL Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 I am another fan of the Cabelas waders; have used some Dry-plus waist waders (come halfway up my chest nonetheless!) this season for coastal wildfowling and they have been superb. Thinsulate boots keep your feet warm, and the breathable material is a godsend for any reasonable walk. Purchased for app $180, so not cheap, but with care, will last a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejohn Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 (edited) Since i wear waders for fish farming i think i may be qualified to give my opinion. Now the best waders i have found so far have been from http://www.fishingwaders.co.uk/fishfarmprofessional.htm these have a fantastic boot which makes all the difference and beat the ocean waders hands down. I forgot to mention they will also make the waders to your size for a little extra . Edited December 23, 2010 by weejohn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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