cold feet?

[Jim Sammons LJKF]

Hey OR, as you may have noticed I wrote that article in 2004, since then I have done a lot of experimenting with waders and now wear them on most outings that I feel I need the warmth. Which is most of the time as I get older.
I would still use caution with waders if you are launching and landing in heavy surf, particularly if your surf skills are lacking. For your normal launch at LJ waders are the perfect fit. Even on a big day, LJ is normally pretty tame. Of course use your best judgment and know your abilities.
IF you feel comfortable in the surf then waders are a great choice. As can be noted from the video I did on wearing waders you will be fine if you wear your waders as a system which includes your PFD, wading belt and as extra protection a good paddle jacket.

[StinkyMatt]

Guys wear waders in moving rivers and streams, over slippery rocks and other hazards. As long as you have a properly used wader belt on through the surf zone you should be OK. Belt up or as you said "man up".

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Originally Posted by StinkyMatt

Guys wear waders in moving rivers and streams, over slippery rocks and other hazards. As long as you have a properly used wader belt on through the surf zone you should be OK. Belt up or as you said "man up".

I grew up fishing cold water streams in Michigan, I,ve always wore waders with a belt. From my personal experience, its deadly not to wear a proper wader belt. I have gone under on a few ocations in fast flowing water and if I wasn't wearing a belt I wouldnt be here typeing on this post. I wear paddleing pants on the kayak with the built in booties and also wear dive boots over them. I would suggest getting either waders or pants but get the ones with the zipper in the crotch!