With a pair of waders on, you won’t even notice if you’re passing through seaweed or eels on your way to your latest catch. That will do wonders for your composure. Offers Cold-Water Protection

You don’t have to waste time digging through your hall closet looking or your boots. They’re always there. Not quite waterproof pants but used the same way, wading pants can be worn over waterproof pants or any other pants style, including jeans. You wear wading pants the same way you do any other trousers, which makes slipping them on exceptionally easy.We’re sure you can visually identify waders, but we wanted to take the first part of this section to explain them anyway.

Here are some simple guidelines that will ensure you get optimum performance from your waders at all times. Breathable waders H2No– This is Patagonia’s high performance breathable membrane designed to be used in combination with their HydroStorm fabrics and Deluge DWR (durable water repellance). H2No pressure tests at 20,000mm when new and 10,000mm after being subjected to Patagonias own Killer Wash Test that replicates many years real world use. Waders that fit correctly will be far more comfortable and last longer – a major advantage of premium brand waders is the wider range of sizes on offer. It is possible to have waders made to measure with some brands – please enquire at our stores for details. Aim to have a minimum of loose material whilst ensuring that you are not stressing the seams if you crouch down. The same applies to the neoprene feet – if they are too tight, they will become uncomfortable and too loose, you will have folds of neoprene inside your wading boots that will compromise the fit of your boots. Vapour-Tec– used in Snowbee’s new ‘Soft Touch’breathable wader technology, it gives superior breathability of 4000g/m2/24hrs and hydrostatic water pressure resistance of up to 20,000mm.

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Another benefit of wading pants is that they don’t constrict your movements. Your upper half is completely free to move as you need to. Your lower half, while maybe not entirely flexible, can still stand, kneel, bend, and otherwise position yourself. Hip Waders Store waders on a hanger in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Ensure there is no possibility of rodents getting to them.