Errock22 | Sun Jan-12-03 09:56 PM |
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#8705, "Waders for surf fishing"
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Just wondering what type or style of waders work well for
fishing the surf. Having never worn or used them I am totally
lost!! Any info will help. Thanks.
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Richard Cullip | Mon Jan-13-03 01:18 PM |
Member since Sep 21st 2002
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#8711, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 1
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I'd echo what quietman had to say. Get a pair of breathable
waders. Hodgman makes a good wader. If you want to buy online,
www.cabelas.com has plenty to choose from. I happen to use
high dollar Simms Goretex waders but that's because I already
had them to use and didn't want or need to buy a different
pair just for surf fishing.
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kingboj | Mon Jan-13-03 04:15 PM |
Member since Jan 08th 2002
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#8713, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 0
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I don't mean to jump all over this guys post, but I also had
some questions about waders, if anyone cares to chime in.
I am also in the dark about waders and have just recently
gotten hooked into surf fishing. I saw waterproof waders at
Turners for around $40. Have you guys ever used these? (Can't
remember the name brand) I'm just looking for something I can
wear while surf fishing in about knee deep water. I prefer
something waterproof and don't necessarily need anything
expensive. Are these breathable waders waterproof?
Ruben
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Richard Cullip | Mon Jan-13-03 05:47 PM |
Member since Sep 21st 2002
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#8715, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 3
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Ruben - the cheaper the waders the more likely they aren't
breathable. The breathable waders are definately waterproof
but they have special material that allows the small water
vapor molecules that are formed from evaporation off your skin
to pass thru from inside to outside. At the same time this
special fabric keeps the larger liquid water molecules on the
outside outside. In this way you stay warm and dry on the
inside. If the day is a bit warm or you work up a sweat by
walking around in the surf the water vapor from your sweat
doesn't collect on the inside of the waders and the layer of
clothes that you have on stays dry. The ultra cheap waterproof
waders may trap the sweat vapor on the inside of the waders
allowing the condensation to collect in your socks or on your
pants.
When the water is cold, I put on a layer of fleece on my legs
and I keep warm dry and toasty. If you go waterproof try and
make sure that the waterproof material is breathable. The
label should make the claim. I know Goretex is both waterproof
and breathable but it costs big bucks. There are other cheaper
waterproof and breathable material out there.
Richard
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kingboj | Mon Jan-13-03 11:00 PM |
Member since Jan 08th 2002
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#8717, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 5
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Richard,
Thanks. That's the kind of information I was looking for. I
take it that some decent breathable waders will be in the $100
range? I guess I'll check out the local inventory before I
decide. Thanks again.
Ruben
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Quietman | Mon Jan-13-03 11:10 PM |
Member since Sep 13th 2002
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#8718, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 6
Mon Jan-13-03 11:15 PM by Quietman
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Get breathable. Worth it. If money is really tight, wait
till sportmart puts the Hodgman's on sale, otherwise expect to
pay 120-150 for them depending on the version. Mine are the
more expensive ones, but i bought them 40% off. You can spend
more, but My belief, based upon the experiences of others, is
that the Hodgmans are nearly as good for a lot less. You can
spend a lot more!
If worn mine nearly 100 times fishing, including float tube,
stream, surf and kayak, and they lok feel and work like new.
Bone dry and comfy. I love them, I TAKE CARE of them.
Picture is of me at Aliso Creek Today, hitting the surf for
BSP's...
quietman
http://www.calfishing.com/dc/user_files/675.jpg
Quietman
http://www.kayakfishingpro.com Attachment
#1, (.jpg file)
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Errock22 | Tue Jan-14-03 07:03 AM |
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#8723, "RE: Waders for surf fishing"
In response to Reply # 9
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Well it sounds like the Hodgman breathables are the way to go.
I appreciate the info, thanks guys. I'm gonna get a pair ASAP
and get after it!!! Thanks again.
Eric
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