wader suggestion

[loch leven]

I need a new pair of neoprene waders and would prefer about 600 grams of insulation in the boots. I ordered a pair of Cabelas brand but they are too tall (I'm 5'9). Any suggestions on another brand that are less than $200?

[Buckwabit]

Itaska or Mack waders (same thing) are great waders

[johndavid78]

+1 on Mack's ... I'm 5'9 too

[Tedl10]

[slayem]

Are you dead set on neoprene? If not do yourself a favor and get breathables! They are a lot more comfortable and you aint gotta worry about that lil ol limb right under the water that is gonna tear them. You can layer pretty well under them also

[bpinson1]

I got some Columbia 1000gr from Sportsman's Guide for $99. They have worked fine for me so far. I will get to test the warmth this weekend. Check em out. http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/ ... x?a=552752

[arduckslayer]

[weasel897]

In my experience......

I've had canvas and neoprene. If I had to pick my favorite, I'd go with canvas just for the ruggedness!

My last pair was Drake neprene at $250 and boy were they nice (until the unexpected tear on the thigh). Talk about pissed!!!

I just bought the same Columbia 100gr waders Pinson is talking about and will try them this weekend. If they hold up to abuse, then they'll work for me. If not, then it's back to canvas.

weasel

[cheeko]

[johndavid78]

I have some Mack's waist high waders that I just got this year...I love them so far...they have the warmth without the bulk especially if you hunt public land that is walk-in only

[msbigdawg1234]

If ya only hunt fields and shallow water id go with the waiste ...they will be the next pair i get

[pharville]

Mack's Big Ditch Stouts are the way to go. I bought a pair this year and for the first time the actually fit. It's nice not have the roles right of the top of my boot. I usually have to wear 10 but with the big ditch's I had to go to an 11 to fit right.

[willowbrake]

Macks bayou Meto waist waders are the way to go!! No pulling on the shoulders and easy on and off, also great customer service! $185 I'm never going back!

[jdaves]