Thank you so much. I'm used to neoprene with boots but didn't quite understand the waders with stocking feet and boots. You made it crystal clear. THANK YOU!!
Much respect. Much of these waders don't come with instructions. First timers usually don't know what some of the features are. Thanks for sharing. Much appreciate it
Thank you for doing this. I grew up using waders that have the boot attached directly to the wader material... no separate boot is needed. I've often wondered how the separate boot type worked. Now I know that there is a heavy waterproof neoprene sock attached to the bottom of the wader and then the boot fits over that. I now understand! Again, thank you.
I'm not a beginner, but just bought some "guide socks" at the suggestion of the fly shop guy, so my new boots would fit when fishing in warm water without the waders. I needed to find out what the little hook at the top of the sock was for - and this video showed them in the intro picture - so I watched and now I know (same as the hook on your gravel guard you pulled over the lace on the boot). I bought my first pair of waders around 25-30 years ago and they were thick neoprene. I think 3mm if that makes sense. It was to stay warm in a cold river. Those waders lasted me many, many years. They finally got a little hole which I was able to mend with some goop. When they got a second hole later I sent them to wader heaven. At that time I was living in SW Florida and I bought my second pair of waders, which look like yours in the video, but even lighter maybe, as they were for wading in surf in Florida winter nights. Where the water is not river cold, but winter nights are the one time that in Florida you might actually want to have waders rather than just wading in shorts or quick-dry wading pants. Now I'm back living where there is cold river water. I went in to the shop and found they don't seem to carry the thick neoprene any more. They advised me just to put layers under my Florida waders, which I will do. Anyway, long comment, but the point I wanted to make was in response to your comment about wearing shorts under waders. Back when using the neoprene waders that kept me warm by themselves, I found it very comfortable to wear shorts under the waders, and much easier to get the waders on and off.
Jim: I met you in the parking area of the M. Provo in July, 2019. I also noticed that you failed to mention wearing a belt to keep water from entering the waders from the top. I found myself floating downriver upside down when I slipped on a mossy rock. The air in my wader had me floating with my legs above the surface of the water and my upper body underwater. I had to fli;p over on my belly, so that I could stand in the water and wade to shore. My fishing buddy does not wear a belt most of the time. When he does, he wades in the river, up to his waist, then puts his belt on. That eliminates the air in the legs of his waders.
Thanks! I was wondering why I had air trapped in my legs. I just got my new pair, trying em on in my room, and they fit great compared to what I previously had. But I sat down, and felt like I was on a damn air mattress lol. At least now I know a way to get it out when I hit the water on opening day!
you two old boys are exactly the type of gentlemen that I would trust for honest angling advice based on a lifetime's worth of experience. I am trying to decide between purchasing a small vessel. I am looking at pontoon boats, kick tubes and kayaks. I wonder if you have experience using these and what you would recommend for small reservoirs and the occasional slow river
This is Dan... I have a 2 person inflatable pontoon that is fun if not too much wind. I have literally had to walk back on shore in heavy wind... Keep planning Green River Trip with it, but have not yet pulled it off... But in reality, don't really fish lakes much anymore.
@@jimonealflyfishing8650 👍Up here in michigan we know all about elements. The elements just hit us big time. We'll have the Great Lakes river mouths for a little longer, but basically we are waiting for some safe hardwater.. That's a whole other "how to put on your gear" video. Lol. Thanks for your time and video.
I'm aware that you said it was a small stream, but in your terrific presentation, you left out what is the 'most important' and essential feature of waders and the use thereof - the safety feature of a 'wading belt'. I would chastise anyone on a stream who I saw without such thing. Great video and I'm sure the next one, with the proper inclusion, will be far better. No elephant stamp today, I'm afraid. :-)
I have eu size 43-44 and have size 45 winter rubber boots, and my intergrated wadingsocks just barely fit inside them. Should i buy size 46 real wading boots or what?
@@scuba6797 That's the idea, it is better to be around a camp fire star gazing and fishing. The comment was three years ago, to update thanks to Jim I bought a Simms wader and no regrets. Ditto, no hurry to put on the wader.
Thanks for the helpful video. I want to fish a spot that’s about 1/4 mile from the road through fairly open woods (or a field if I trespass). My boots/ waders are similar to yours. Would you hike that distance in them or carry and suit up near the spot? I just don’t know if the felt soles can take 1/4 mile of dry terrain with rocks, sticks, etc.Thanks for any advice!
Next time you have trouble getting them off, take both boots off and stand on the toes of the stocking foot with one foot, while pulling your leg out. You'll need to stand up and hold onto something.
@@juanito3821 The boots are designed to circulate water through them quickly to not be weighed down by water weight. They drain better than any other type of boot and dry faster. The neoprene stockingfoot inside of the waders is what keeps your foot dry.
So you put boots on with the intention of getting them waterlogged and heavy? To stay dry? It don't make sense. Why not use waders with boots built on so u stay dry completely?
For many years, I didn't understand it either. This type is made to provide warmth and to better protect the foot if a person steps on something sharp. The booties or sock portion of the wader is made of neoprene; neoprene does not leak so there isn't anything that becomes waterlogged. The boot may get a little wet but it's made specifically for this application. This is by far the best way to stay warmer and to help protect the foot from being injured.
Yes you can as long as they lace up, just get a size or two bigger. Up until recently I just had a pair of cheap oversized hicking boots from walmart. Now that I've spent the money on good wading boots I wish I had of gotten them sooner.
This is Dan... Depends on where you are wading... On slick rocks, rubber boots are dangerous. Ok in mud and sand. Have to ask people what kind of waders they have when guiding... to make sure they have proper boots based on where we plan to fish
out of all the wading vids this is far the most helpful for beginners. thank you so very much.
Exactly
glad it was helpful.
100%! This one is the best!
Thank you so much. I'm used to neoprene with boots but didn't quite understand the waders with stocking feet and boots. You made it crystal clear. THANK YOU!!
Much respect. Much of these waders don't come with instructions. First timers usually don't know what some of the features are. Thanks for sharing. Much appreciate it
Thank you for doing this.
I grew up using waders that have the boot attached directly to the wader material... no separate boot is needed. I've often wondered how the separate boot type worked. Now I know that there is a heavy waterproof neoprene sock attached to the bottom of the wader and then the boot fits over that.
I now understand!
Again, thank you.
Damn, that dude aged like 50 years in a split second (1:37)... o.O
Chano Roriguez LOL THATS TO FUNNY
Damn it I have it pause at 1:39 ready to leave the same comment lmfao
Chano Roriguez I did not expect it LOL
hahahaha I was like WHAT?!?!
That transition was on point hahah
I've watched your video many times over the years as reference, as i don't use my waders often, your instruction on this topic is great, many thanks
I’m thinking about getting into fishing and this was a very straightforward video. Thanks!
I'm not a beginner, but just bought some "guide socks" at the suggestion of the fly shop guy, so my new boots would fit when fishing in warm water without the waders. I needed to find out what the little hook at the top of the sock was for - and this video showed them in the intro picture - so I watched and now I know (same as the hook on your gravel guard you pulled over the lace on the boot). I bought my first pair of waders around 25-30 years ago and they were thick neoprene. I think 3mm if that makes sense. It was to stay warm in a cold river. Those waders lasted me many, many years. They finally got a little hole which I was able to mend with some goop. When they got a second hole later I sent them to wader heaven. At that time I was living in SW Florida and I bought my second pair of waders, which look like yours in the video, but even lighter maybe, as they were for wading in surf in Florida winter nights. Where the water is not river cold, but winter nights are the one time that in Florida you might actually want to have waders rather than just wading in shorts or quick-dry wading pants. Now I'm back living where there is cold river water. I went in to the shop and found they don't seem to carry the thick neoprene any more. They advised me just to put layers under my Florida waders, which I will do. Anyway, long comment, but the point I wanted to make was in response to your comment about wearing shorts under waders. Back when using the neoprene waders that kept me warm by themselves, I found it very comfortable to wear shorts under the waders, and much easier to get the waders on and off.
Glad it helped
Jim: I met you in the parking area of the M. Provo in July, 2019. I also noticed that you failed to mention wearing a belt to keep water from entering the waders from the top. I found myself floating downriver upside down when I slipped on a mossy rock. The air in my wader had me floating with my legs above the surface of the water and my upper body underwater. I had to fli;p over on my belly, so that I could stand in the water and wade to shore. My fishing buddy does not wear a belt most of the time. When he does, he wades in the river, up to his waist, then puts his belt on. That eliminates the air in the legs of his waders.
Yes, Belt very important... Would have included if actually in the water... wading belt is always in the pocket.
Thanks! I was wondering why I had air trapped in my legs. I just got my new pair, trying em on in my room, and they fit great compared to what I previously had. But I sat down, and felt like I was on a damn air mattress lol. At least now I know a way to get it out when I hit the water on opening day!
Thanks just what I was looking for, as a future newbie at this sport.
you are welcome.
you two old boys are exactly the type of gentlemen that I would trust for honest angling advice based on a lifetime's worth of experience. I am trying to decide between purchasing a small vessel. I am looking at pontoon boats, kick tubes and kayaks. I wonder if you have experience using these and what you would recommend for small reservoirs and the occasional slow river
This is Dan... I have a 2 person inflatable pontoon that is fun if not too much wind. I have literally had to walk back on shore in heavy wind... Keep planning Green River Trip with it, but have not yet pulled it off...
But in reality, don't really fish lakes much anymore.
Thank you so much for sharing this video, Sir. I’m making my wader purchase tomorrow and your video helped me greatly.
Agree, it's about being comfortable and staying warm. If your cold and/or uncomfortable than the whole trip stinks.
Half the battle... dealing with the elements.
@@jimonealflyfishing8650 👍Up here in michigan we know all about elements. The elements just hit us big time. We'll have the Great Lakes river mouths for a little longer, but basically we are waiting for some safe hardwater.. That's a whole other "how to put on your gear" video. Lol.
Thanks for your time and video.
Thanks so much for sharing!! That’s the kind of information just experienced ppl can give.
Good on you gents. Thanks and respect. 🙏
Wish I could go fishing with you two for a day. I’m a youngster and have a lot to learn
Jim is gone... This is Dan... Maybe I see you on the river
@@jimonealflyfishing8650 my condolences Dan.
@@jimonealflyfishing8650my condolences, I’m sure he’s hooking the big ones in the sky. Tight lines🤙🏼
Honestly, ty!
Exactly the information I needed to hear
Glad it helped
I'm aware that you said it was a small stream, but in your terrific presentation, you left out what is the 'most important' and essential feature of waders and the use thereof - the safety feature of a 'wading belt'.
I would chastise anyone on a stream who I saw without such thing.
Great video and I'm sure the next one, with the proper inclusion, will be far better.
No elephant stamp today, I'm afraid. :-)
Thank you
You're welcome
I just bought neoprene waders. Haven't got to use them yet. And korker boots. I'm a scubadiver so yes I know how neoprene works
Very good video. Thank you.
These guys are FUCKING LEGENDS
I have eu size 43-44 and have size 45 winter rubber boots, and my intergrated wadingsocks just barely fit inside them. Should i buy size 46 real wading boots or what?
Can I use my old hiking boots with my stockingfoot chest waders?
Your mobility is like mine so this helps, real slow.
Good to see them still out there, Move it or lose it! is the saying around here.
@@scuba6797 That's the idea, it is better to be around a camp fire star gazing and fishing. The comment was three years ago, to update thanks to Jim I bought a Simms wader and no regrets. Ditto, no hurry to put on the wader.
Thanks for the helpful video. I want to fish a spot that’s about 1/4 mile from the road through fairly open woods (or a field if I trespass). My boots/ waders are similar to yours. Would you hike that distance in them or carry and suit up near the spot? I just don’t know if the felt soles can take 1/4 mile of dry terrain with rocks, sticks, etc.Thanks for any advice!
This is Dan... I Hike a mile or two all the time... I wouldn't walk on pavement though
Thank you Sir
Great demo
thank u for the vid
thanks for sharing,respect.
Next time you have trouble getting them off, take both boots off and stand on the toes of the stocking foot with one foot, while pulling your leg out. You'll need to stand up and hold onto something.
Do you need to have a step larger than your regular boot size to accommodate the neoprene booties?
No wading boots come a little wider from the factory to accommodate for the neoprene
Its a good Idea try several sizes, especially when wearing thick wool socks in Winter
How do you size the boot that fits over the wader
So the boots are meant to get wet then?
Eric 1016 Yes.
@@blacktailbowhunter0135 wouldn't water get inside the boot?
@@juanito3821 Yes...
@@juanito3821 The boots are designed to circulate water through them quickly to not be weighed down by water weight. They drain better than any other type of boot and dry faster. The neoprene stockingfoot inside of the waders is what keeps your foot dry.
So you put boots on with the intention of getting them waterlogged and heavy? To stay dry? It don't make sense. Why not use waders with boots built on so u stay dry completely?
For many years, I didn't understand it either. This type is made to provide warmth and to better protect the foot if a person steps on something sharp. The booties or sock portion of the wader is made of neoprene; neoprene does not leak so there isn't anything that becomes waterlogged. The boot may get a little wet but it's made specifically for this application.
This is by far the best way to stay warmer and to help protect the foot from being injured.
You remind me of my mentor
This is Dan... Jim was mine...
3:00 ahahah ive been a guy for a few years
Elmo Slelmo guide lol
cannot un hear this every time i replayed it... you corrupted a fishing video for me XD
Almost really good chum. Failed big time when I tried to show this to a newbie emphasising the need for a (safety) belt. Lift your game.
Good point I noticed that too. The belt is the most important part!
Homie just ages like 10 years in less than a seconds. Jk, thankyou guys btw, I needed something advice on this.
Could you where your rubber mud boots in waders
I was wondering the same thing buddy
Yes you can as long as they lace up, just get a size or two bigger. Up until recently I just had a pair of cheap oversized hicking boots from walmart. Now that I've spent the money on good wading boots I wish I had of gotten them sooner.
This is Dan... Depends on where you are wading... On slick rocks, rubber boots are dangerous. Ok in mud and sand. Have to ask people what kind of waders they have when guiding... to make sure they have proper boots based on where we plan to fish
Thank you
you are welcome.