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Lets talk about waders #8046631
01/11/24 08:39 PM
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St. James, Missouri
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I've bought a pair of the Rogers Elite 2N1 Insulated Breathable Wader but I'm not super happy with the new style that has the second outer layer that goes all the way down to the ankles of the boot for protection. The problem with them is that if your trapping out of a canoe, is that the cuffs hold a awful lot of water that is supposed to drain out the back of the mesh on the back of the cuff. But if you're walking in & out of the water on the land it does drain out pretty nice. But crawling into a canoe is that the cuff is face straight up and not down until you get in and sit down, So 4-6 times of this your canoe is pretty full of water.
https://rogerssportinggoods.com/rogers-elite-2-in-1-insulated-breathable-wader/

https://youtu.be/nEx9BdhIpJ4?si=BK16Iim_9atqQHLw

So I'm wanting to know is there any other really good quality waders on the market that you have worn or seen a buddy wearing that will hold up for more than 1 season of trapping?

Last edited by Bigbuck; 01/13/24 11:51 AM.

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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046644
01/11/24 09:07 PM
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Rodney,Ohio
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Just retired. My Dan's chest waders after 6 seasons

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046647
01/11/24 09:13 PM
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OK
I purchase a pair.
Go to the swap and put a hole in them, get wet and grow fungi.


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046714
01/11/24 10:19 PM
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Is that what happened to your toes

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046792
01/11/24 11:59 PM
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Virginia
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Originally Posted by Bigbuck
I've bought a pair of the Rodgers Elite 2N1 Insulated Breathable Wader but I'm not super happy with the new style that has the second outer layer that goes all the way down to the ankles of the boot for protection. The problem with them is that if your trapping out of a canoe, is that the cuffs hold a awful lot of water that is supposed to drain out the back of the mesh on the back of the cuff. But if you're walking in & out of the water on the land it does drain out pretty nice. But crawling into a canoe is that the cuff is face straight up and not down until you get in and sit down, So 4-6 times of this your canoe is pretty full of water.
https://rogerssportinggoods.com/rogers-elite-2-in-1-insulated-breathable-wader/

https://youtu.be/nEx9BdhIpJ4?si=BK16Iim_9atqQHLw

So I'm wanting to know is there any other really good quality waders on the market that you have worn or seen a buddy wearing that will hold up for more than 1 season of trapping?

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046795
01/12/24 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Bigbuck
I've bought a pair of the Rodgers Elite 2N1 Insulated Breathable Wader but I'm not super happy with the new style that has the second outer layer that goes all the way down to the ankles of the boot for protection. The problem with them is that if your trapping out of a canoe, is that the cuffs hold a awful lot of water that is supposed to drain out the back of the mesh on the back of the cuff. But if you're walking in & out of the water on the land it does drain out pretty nice. But crawling into a canoe is that the cuff is face straight up and not down until you get in and sit down, So 4-6 times of this your canoe is pretty full of water.
https://rogerssportinggoods.com/rogers-elite-2-in-1-insulated-breathable-wader/

https://youtu.be/nEx9BdhIpJ4?si=BK16Iim_9atqQHLw

So I'm wanting to know is there any other really good quality waders on the market that you have worn or seen a buddy wearing that will hold up for more than 1 season of trapping?

Since the outer layer doesn't keep water off your feet, can you open up the drain holes at the bottoms of the outers to speed up the rate in which they drain?

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046798
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Simms, nuff said!

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046869
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la-cross I've had this pair for 4 years trapping, and still going good!!!

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Trapper Dahlgren] #8046873
01/12/24 06:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Trapper Dahlgren
la-cross I've had this pair for 4 years trapping, and still going good!!!

I have had 2 pairs of lacrosse waders. Both pairs didn't last one season of beaver trapping. Both pairs came part in the same place. This year I bought a pair of Dans and am very happy with them.


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046874
01/12/24 07:00 AM
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I'll second Simms.

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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: 52Carl] #8046875
01/12/24 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by 52Carl
Originally Posted by Bigbuck
I've bought a pair of the Rodgers Elite 2N1 Insulated Breathable Wader but I'm not super happy with the new style that has the second outer layer that goes all the way down to the ankles of the boot for protection. The problem with them is that if your trapping out of a canoe, is that the cuffs hold a awful lot of water that is supposed to drain out the back of the mesh on the back of the cuff. But if you're walking in & out of the water on the land it does drain out pretty nice. But crawling into a canoe is that the cuff is face straight up and not down until you get in and sit down, So 4-6 times of this your canoe is pretty full of water.
https://rogerssportinggoods.com/rogers-elite-2-in-1-insulated-breathable-wader/

https://youtu.be/nEx9BdhIpJ4?si=BK16Iim_9atqQHLw

So I'm wanting to know is there any other really good quality waders on the market that you have worn or seen a buddy wearing that will hold up for more than 1 season of trapping?

Since the outer layer doesn't keep water off your feet, can you open up the drain holes at the bottoms of the outers to speed up the rate in which they drain?


That might work but I think that it might void the 1 year warranty by modifying the waders. I might try and call them to see if it void's the warranty before I try it. That's a great idea thank you.


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Guss] #8046894
01/12/24 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Guss
Is that what happened to your toes



No I think it was a girl named Lori…….


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046896
01/12/24 07:58 AM
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I'm on year two of the same Rogers waders you have and they're going strong. I have not had your issue with them. Of course I don't use them like I used to. I really take care of them and hang them after every use.
My SIL had the high end Sitka and they leaked after two years. Of course they are often balled up in the corner of his garage or back of his truck. If you get thru that I think you'll really like the Rogers.


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046900
01/12/24 08:07 AM
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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: 8117 Steve R] #8046911
01/12/24 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by 8117 Steve R
Simms


Most comfortable and best fitting., in the most expensive models. I wear LS. Hold up equal to cheaper cabeia versions. Won’t last me a season without delaminating. Fancy fisherman boots. With cheap fur I chose 4 pairs of the alternative and don’t get my feelings hurt so bad, when they fall apart. Oh yea not guaranteed for trapping activities. I sent back a couple pair and they did replace them tho.

Last edited by nimzy; 01/12/24 08:29 AM.
Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: oldbuck] #8046916
01/12/24 08:31 AM
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Originally Posted by oldbuck
Originally Posted by Trapper Dahlgren
la-cross I've had this pair for 4 years trapping, and still going good!!!

I have had 2 pairs of lacrosse waders. Both pairs didn't last one season of beaver trapping. Both pairs came part in the same place. This year I bought a pair of Dans and am very happy with them.

No more lacross for me


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: nimzy] #8046920
01/12/24 08:35 AM
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Originally Posted by nimzy
Originally Posted by 8117 Steve R
Simms


Most comfortable and best fitting., in the most expensive models. I wear LS. Hold up equal to cheaper cabeia versions. Won’t last me a season without delaminating. Fancy fisherman boots. With cheap fur I chose 4 pairs of the alternative and don’t get my feelings hurt so bad, when they fall apart. Oh yea not guaranteed for trapping activities. I sent back a couple pair and they did replace them tho.


My simms are over 10 years old, had a couple of leaks over the years to patch. I have the basic, cheapest simms, was about $200 when I bought them. I figure $20 a year and still kicking. Use them year round if I need waders fishing or trapping.


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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046928
01/12/24 08:43 AM
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Probably built better then. If I recall I was impressed with my first couple pair.

The cheaper ones don’t come in LS and comfort is the main reason for me. I do a lot of walking. I will admit I’m hard on equipment and live in waders all winter. I stil trap like fur is worth money LOL. JMO

I guess my point being don’t expect miracles just cuz you’re paying a premium

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Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046934
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Simms stocking foot waders have done me good in the last couple of years. They hold up and if you do get a leak, they are easy to repair. From October till the end of March I live in my waders, and my Simms are the only ones that have held up.

Re: Lets talk about waders [Re: Bigbuck] #8046946
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I believe kneeling on the ice is Simms Achilles heel. If your not using them in that capacity they’re ok at best. Value wise

Back in the day they stood out, now the copycats are catching up on a 3 to one ratio. Pairs that is


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