waders for cold winter fishing?

[sebby]

What waders to you guys usually use when fishing in cold water? I have a set of neoprene waders that i use for trout fishing, but mobility in them is less than optimal. They feel heavy and don't bend easily at the knees to be able to pedal the kayak. are there any specific brands that are better suited for pedaling a Hobie? Also looking for recommendations on splash tops that are comfortable.

Thanks!

[Memory Maker]

Sock waders w/wading shoes ........... warm clothes underneath.

[sparky1423]

I am fairly new to the sport, but I purchased a pair of "Caddis Systems" Waist-Hi Waders and very pleased with them. They are breathable with neoprene booties. I do not have a Hobie, but I have a great range of movement. My trout waders were useless my first time out, my arms were very constricted since I was sitting on most of the wader material. I wear a pair of crocs for launching to protect the booties. Not to mention, using the bathroom is much easier.

I would consider these pant waders trout fishing because they are so comfortable, but I am usually good for a spill in the water trying to wade to a deep pool!

[Turtle135]

I don't pedal but the mobility in breathable chest waders is good.

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...ductId=4039301

As they mentioned, it is the clothing you wear under the waders that keeps you warm (avoid cotton, go for layers that wick away moisture like Under Armour stuff, fleece and wool).

Splash Top on sale:
http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product.a...1&pdeptid=2018

Dry Top on sale:
http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product.a...6&pdeptid=1172

I went with a Dry Top for winter fishing. A latex neck gasket is not the most comfortable thing to wear but I have gotten used to it as it got broken in. I was looking for that completely dry seal at the neck and the wrists (to avoid hypothermia).

[archeryrob]

I use Fleece lined wader pants under my breathable waders. And I also have a pair of Polartec layers for under that when it's really cold.

[jet]

isnt it a pain to try and #1 from waders in a kayak? i have a hard enough time with dry pants, and i can never get my dry top and pants rolled back together appropriately. too bad all the quotes for relief zippers i have gotten are ridiculous.

[Yak Fish]

isnt it a pain to try and #1 from waders in a kayak? i have a hard enough time with dry pants, and i can never get my dry top and pants rolled back together appropriately. too bad all the quotes for relief zippers i have gotten are ridiculous.

Just go.

[jet]

^after an evening of too many adult beverages, and a 6 pack of gatorade on the way to the water in the morning, stuff builds up. my pants arent that big enough!


i should add that its a pain to pull down the waist on my dry pants from a seated position, let alone dealing with the bib on waders.

[sebby]

Thanks for the tips guys. i've ordered some stuff, let's see if it works out.

[Turtle135]

isnt it a pain to try and #1 from waders in a kayak? i have a hard enough time with dry pants, and i can never get my dry top and pants rolled back together appropriately. too bad all the quotes for relief zippers i have gotten are ridiculous.

I hear you on the price of anything with a relief zipper. As long as I have an empty Gatorade bottle onboard I can pull off #1 on the water with a dry top and chest waders (no relief zipper).

[Pinch]

$50 Hodgeman waders at ollies With zipper

[Shady]

I got relatively cheap breathable stocking foot waders from basspro and Im on my second season with them. The only problem I had was keeping my feet warm on especially colder days. Found a solution to that last time out with heavier boots. Actually I cut them off of a pair of neoprene waders that sprung a leak. 1000 gram thinsulate makes feet nice and toasty.

It is tougher to relieve yourself with waders on, I usually just end up beaching and going on shore quickly.