Question on waders and noise

[Wapiti1]

I've been fishing a bit lately for smallies and breaking in my new waders (Dryft pant waders). They are pretty loud, but getting better as I wear them more. That said, they aren't going to be quiet. The Simms G3 pants I used (borrowed) were about the same for noise, especially going through brush.

For those that live in their waders during a hunt, how much does this matter?

Jeremy

 

[Panhandler80]

Also looking for an answer to this.

Pretty sure I’m going to order some G3 waders and g3 guide boots for my 2022 AK moose hunt. Will use that as wet weather lower part of outerwear. On dry days wear same G3 boots with Chota Tundras and temp appropriate pants. Can roll tundras up if need to cross moderate water.

Trying to decide what to wear to top for wet weather. Torn between HH Impertech 3/4 length, or a high dollar (kuiu etc) rain jacket. Also wondering s as bout the Simms g3 jacket. Seems like if good enough for wader material, damn sure work as rain jacket. Again… what s about noise? Not familiar with this martial.

Lastly… this G3 stuff is pretty low profile and light, isn’t it? No thermal qualities or bulk? Okay for moderate walking?

Plan to hunt exclusively in G3 wading boots either with waders or Chita tundras. Is that a mistake?

 

[Short Track]

I went though this 2 years ago. Anything 100% water proof will be noisy. Anything water resistant will be quiet, but eventually soak through. It's the material.

Although I brought quiet rain gear from Cabela's and it's amazing. We got rained on, but not a down pour. I was dry.

 

[Panhandler80]

I went though this 2 years ago. Anything 100% water proof will be noisy. Anything water resistant will be quiet, but eventually soak through. It's the material.

Although I brought quiet rain gear from Cabela's and it's amazing. We got rained on, but not a down pour. I was dry.

10-4

The waders and boots are on order. I’ll learn more here by end of next week.

 

[Tod osier]

I've been fishing a bit lately for smallies and breaking in my new waders (Dryft pant waders). They are pretty loud, but getting better as I wear them more. That said, they aren't going to be quiet. The Simms G3 pants I used (borrowed) were about the same for noise, especially going through brush.

For those that live in their waders during a hunt, how much does this matter?

Jeremy

if it bothers you, you can wear a pair of light bibs over top. A pair of soft and light bibs sized to fit over would work well if you are concerned with noise And offer protection. I know a guy who does this to protect his waders when duck hunting, he says it is the greatest thing since sliced bread (but he also says that a lot about anything he touches ).

I probably wouldn’t worry about it.

 

[Panhandler80]

if it bothers you, you can wear a pair of light bibs over top. A pair of soft and light bibs sized to fit over would work well if you are concerned with noise And offer protection. I know a guy who does this to protect his waders when duck hunting, he says it is the greatest thing since sliced bread (but he also says that a lot about anything he touches ).

I probably wouldn’t worry about it.

Yep. I have read where some people do that.
Thanks

 

[Wapiti1]

After breaking my waders in fishing through the summer, I didn't worry about it and just let them be noisy.

After going last fall, I am of the opinion, it doesn't matter.

Jeremy

 

[thinhorn_AK]

It’s never been an issue for me. I pretty much live out of Simms g3 waders this time of year (not so much this year unfortunatly).

 

[jaydoc24]

If you’re in your waders a lot during a hunt, noise can be a concern, especially when trying to be stealthy. While your Dryft waders may quiet down a bit with use, they might still be noisy, similar to the Simms G3 pants.

If noise is an issue for your hunting style, consider gear options that prioritize quietness or adjust your approach in the field. Finding the right balance between comfort and stealth is key.

 

[LongWayAround]

If you’re in your waders a lot during a hunt, noise can be a concern, especially when trying to be stealthy. While your Dryft waders may quiet down a bit with use, they might still be noisy, similar to the Simms G3 pants.

If noise is an issue for your hunting style, consider gear options that prioritize quietness or adjust your approach in the field. Finding the right balance between comfort and stealth is key.

A four year old thread and you add this generic post? Any personal experiences with hunting for multiple consecutive days for moose, while wearing waders?

^I think this poster is a bot.

 

[jaydoc24]

A four year old thread and you add this generic post? Any personal experiences with hunting for multiple consecutive days for moose, while wearing waders?

^I think this poster is a bot.

If you think I’m a bot, maybe you’re just not paying attention. Try reading the actual content before making dumb comments.

 

[Mykolaivka887]

For those that live in their waders during a hunt, how much does this matter?

Jeremy

I spend 90-120 days a year stalking animals while wearing hip boots (waders). I don't pay any mind to noise, until I'm within a couple hundred yards or less. Once a get within that distance, I just weave my way through the brush, quietly.