Wader suggestions?

[cfdjay]

No experience with waders. Wondering what you guys have used on your hunts. Thanks!

 

[cfdjay]

Yeah I guess I don't know what I don't know. Those are pricey for sure and I'm ok spending the $$ if it's worth it for this kind of trip.

 

[Scottf270]

I assume you are talking about breathable stocking foot waders. Simms is the leader and they have different levels and cost. There are other brands like Patagonia etc. If it's a one off need just for this hunt, you can probably get by with a mid grade pair.

 

[ScottP76]

Yeah I guess I don't know what I don't know. Those are pricey for sure and I'm ok spending the $$ if it's worth it for this kind of trip.

I’m sorry I immediately assumed for ducks lol. If it’s not disregard what I said.

 

[cfdjay]

I’m sorry I immediately assumed for ducks lol. If it’s not disregard what I said.

Nope! Posted in the moose section for a reason lol

 

[FranklinBluth]

Depends on budget and how much use you think you'll get out of them. If money is no issue - get the Simms waders. I currently run Simms but have had good luck with the Frogg Toggs Hellbender waders as well.

 

[Cyril]

I have simms freestones. Bought them on sale Christmas time 2019 for an Alaskan black bear hunt. They cost me $200 at the time. Used them for that hunt which was postponed until spring 2021. I have used them a couple dozen times for late season salt water duck hunting since then. They are warm enough with proper layering. They have been great and pretty bullet proof. If I were buying now, I would spend the extra hundred for freestone Z, with the front zipper. They will do everything you need. Wait for a sale, maybe Memorial Day, July 4th or until Black Friday if you can/have too.

 

[KShunter8080]

I went with the Simms G3 waders with their Freestone boot. Have zero complaints about that setup.

 

[ColeyG]

I would recommend wader pants like the Simms G3 guide pants. Much more user friendly for hunting, hiking, etc. and no need for chest waders on moose hunts.

 

[KU_Geo]

frogTogg brand pilot II wader pants are a decent cheaper version then Simms g3. Wore them on one hunt with complete satisfaction. This past year on a float hunt I went with Simms G3 regular waders. Definitely a step up from the froggTogg, but 2-3x the price. Buy what you want and can afford.