First off- I'm interested in what size rod you are all using for flippin from a tube. Secondly, the back of my knees get so chapped from my waders whenever I use my tube. Do you have this problem? What do you do to combat it? Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Happy hookin'

Chris

Well I use either sweats or during winter I use a fleece wader liner, both work well for the back of the knees. I went last weekend without, just shorts under the waders, and now daily I am reminded why I wear something under the waders.

As for flipping, all my rods are 6' - 6'6", anything longer I found to long to handle from a tube. 6'6" works well for me when flipping in the tube.

Hey Chris,

I've actually found longer rods work better from a tube (as I had one for many years). The majority of rods I carry are 7ft with my flipping sticks being 7'6". You'll find flipping to be a little easier and you'll be able to get a little further on your flips. I'm not sure if you're in a tube, u-boat, or pontoon but it will help you with a longer stick regardless. If you're in a pontoon it still helps but then you could get away with a shorter rod since it is much easier to also pitch from a pontoon boat. I know some guys (both in a tube, pontoon boat and bass boat!) use an 8ft stick but I find it unecessary.

For your second question I would just recommend what the Thorbolter said or a breathable wader that gives you a little more space. Strech out your legs too, it will make a difference!

Hope this helps and give us your reports!

Todd

I have the same problem with chafing of the inner knees. I wear capilene long underwear bottoms & they work great. They wick away moisture & are comfortable.

A lot of guys are now wearing breathable waders & seem to really like them. Haven't tried them yet, but I saw Hodgeman's are on sale this weekend @ Sportmart for $79. Fleece liners seem to work well with them.