kayak clothing - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Rob929 · 04-13-2010, 06:33 PM

I like my hodgman breathable stocking foot waders. Harder to pee though.

Sports authority carries them for about $100. Every couple of weeks they have a coupon on their website that is $25 off of a $100 purchase. Not a bad deal- and you can try them on there to figure out your size/ if you like them.

dsafety · 04-13-2010, 08:07 PM

All this talk about pee-ing has got me thinking about upgrading my waders. They work fine and are quite comfy but when nature calls, they are a bit difficult.

Anyone have an opinion on the best value in a zippered wader? Those dry pants look interesting as well but that brand is usually quite expensive.

Wade in guys, (and ladies).

Bob

John M · 04-14-2010, 05:54 AM

Try these. Full zip.
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/te...-box.jsp.form1

John

old_rookie · 04-14-2010, 07:44 AM

Great suggestions - thanks. And watermanatwork I've been reading over your site - good info there too. I plan to do a test drive on Mission Bay next week with either OEX or MB SportsCenter - I'll find out how wet and cold I get and judge from that what to get for kayak clothing.

I prefer to get something local vs. on-line ordering. Being tall and thin doesn't work for most sizes - need to try before I buy - I don't know of Cabela's or Bass Pro shops in the SD area.

John M · 04-14-2010, 08:52 AM

You may not have much choice locally.
I am 6'6" with size 14 foot. Had to buy XXL to get length for legs and feet. They are baggie but are way more comfortable than a farmer john wet suit.

old_rookie · 04-14-2010, 09:05 AM

That's a good point. Local shops will have common sizes, and this aint a fashion show.

sandydiego · 04-14-2010, 10:40 AM

I do like paddling pants with surf trunks underneath. I wore my ankle high split toe surf booties and pants last time out and was happy with the setup.

Dennis · 05-04-2010, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsafety

Anyone have an opinion on the best value in a zippered wader?
Bob

I have the Hodgman Weir waders. After 4 years of use (exclusively on the kayak) they have developed multiple leaks, including the seams down the leg. It's time for a new pair.

04-13-2010, 08:07 PM	#2
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,123	Best Zippered Wader All this talk about pee-ing has got me thinking about upgrading my waders. They work fine and are quite comfy but when nature calls, they are a bit difficult. Anyone have an opinion on the best value in a zippered wader? Those dry pants look interesting as well but that brand is usually quite expensive. Wade in guys, (and ladies). Bob

04-14-2010, 05:54 AM	#3
John M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Escondido Posts: 89	Waders Try these. Full zip. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/te...-box.jsp.form1 John

04-14-2010, 07:44 AM	#4
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	Great suggestions - thanks. And watermanatwork I've been reading over your site - good info there too. I plan to do a test drive on Mission Bay next week with either OEX or MB SportsCenter - I'll find out how wet and cold I get and judge from that what to get for kayak clothing. I prefer to get something local vs. on-line ordering. Being tall and thin doesn't work for most sizes - need to try before I buy - I don't know of Cabela's or Bass Pro shops in the SD area. Last edited by old_rookie; 04-14-2010 at 08:19 AM.

04-13-2010, 06:33 PM	#1
Rob929 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 134	I like my hodgman breathable stocking foot waders. Harder to pee though. Sports authority carries them for about $100. Every couple of weeks they have a coupon on their website that is $25 off of a $100 purchase. Not a bad deal- and you can try them on there to figure out your size/ if you like them.

04-14-2010, 08:52 AM	#5
John M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Escondido Posts: 89	You may not have much choice locally. I am 6'6" with size 14 foot. Had to buy XXL to get length for legs and feet. They are baggie but are way more comfortable than a farmer john wet suit.

04-14-2010, 09:05 AM	#6
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	That's a good point. Local shops will have common sizes, and this aint a fashion show.

04-14-2010, 10:40 AM	#7
sandydiego Rum Pirate Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wilds of Mira Mesa Posts: 388	I do like paddling pants with surf trunks underneath. I wore my ankle high split toe surf booties and pants last time out and was happy with the setup.