getting colder..looking for cheap ideas

[Pat Smith]

I am about a month away from being able to get a decent set of dry-waiters (from BPS). When I launch my Yak I get wet up to my mid-calf area.. I am sure you all do the same. This is normally not a problem when it is warm and Yak fishing is wet by nature. Now that it is getting colder, I have no wish to launch a yak in 45 degree weather while getting my feet wet... my pants are water proof and so is my jacket... but my feet will KILL me if I fish all day in wet shoes and socks.. and fishing in bare feet in the mid-40s sounds kinda crappy.

So as a cheap interim solution until I get the dry waiters (they have a neoprene bootie built in) I am thinking of using my water shoes over thick garbage bags over two socks? I figure I will duct tape them at the knees. Anyone have any better ideas?

water temps are still relatively warm, and I can add layers under my waterproof pants and jacket.

[JAR]

How about a cheap pair of rubber boots or hip boots? I've seen some go for as low as $15. Keep an eye out for sales at Dick's, BPS or try places like Ollie's Bargain Outlet.

[mweber02]

I bought some rubber boots from BPS to use with waterproof pants last year. Works fine for me. You just have to be careful when you are launching but I've never had the water come more than a few inches from the top of the boots.

[Cowpokey]

I am about a month away from being able to get a decent set of dry-waiters (from BPS).

What are "dry-waiters"?

[eyedaddy]

They are the non drinkers that highly recommend a certain wine when taking your dinner order.
I have used the neoprene chest waders in Trout streams in January and hunting in snow and never got cold or wet feet. Check BPS for sales and stay dry and warm. Be sure to get a waist belt and wear your PFD!

[Pat Smith]

I was referring to the chest high dry pants with the chest strap and neoprene booties..

[Cowpokey]

They are the non drinkers that highly recommend a certain wine when taking your dinner order.

That sets it straight, thanks.

I have used the neoprene chest waders in Trout streams in January and hunting in snow and never got cold or wet feet. Check BPS for sales and stay dry and warm. Be sure to get a waist belt and wear your PFD!

I have goretex chest hight waders with neoprene booties, and a short sleeve dry top. Wear fleece pants under the waders, and just a teeshirt under the dry top. Will put a jacket over the top of everything as needed.

I was referring to the chest high dry pants with the chest strap and neoprene booties..

I think "waders" is the correct spelling/name.