Chest Waders
Q: Plus we don't want the mud to come up in our waders so would rain suit or a raincoat would work?
A: Look up Helly Hansen brand. they make by far the most durable and reliable rain gear, chest waders of all types, and rubber boots. they have a perfect chest wader set for mudding. make sure you get a 1-piece suit, complete with boots. rain suit wouldnt
I have a 1" hole in the heel portion of the bootie. Is there a way to fix them, or am I out of luck?
Neoprene waders will last you a long time if you take a few steps to take care of them when they are not in use. They are the choice of most waterfowl hunters and fishermen who spend a great deal of time fishing is very cold water. As a waterfowl hunter I might stand in a cold slough for hours. I need the warmth neoprine provides, but I also need to know that they are not going to leak.
There are some very basic things the sportsman should do to take care of their chest waders. Never leave your waders out in the sun. Sunshine is the enemy of the neoprene chest wader. They will crack and dry much faster with exposure to direct sunlight. When you return from your hunting or fishing trip, rinse any mud and dirt from your waders. Dedicate a cool, dry place in your garage or shed where you can hang your waders upside-down. This serves the purpose of facilitating the drying process and also allows your chest waders to maintain a straight position. Folding or pinching any part of the waders for a prolonged period of time will create weaknesses in the fabric. These locations will likely be the first places to leak in the future. To help drying and to keep a nice round shape to your waders, try stuffing newspaper down as far as the boot.
One last note about your storage area. I learned the hard way during a recent snow goose hunt in North Dakota that you really should hang your waders in a way that keeps mice from crawling in to the boots. My son stuffed his foot into his pair before we headed out into a flooded field and was a bit dismayed when he discovered a fairly nasty mouse nest in the bottom of one.
Following these basic steps will prolong the life of your waders and will help eliminate unpleasant surprises out in the field. For unexpected accidents, there are neoprene repair kits available at any well-stocked sporting goods store.
Enjoy your time outdoors!
Which Waders Are Right for You?
i am kinda just starting duck hunting and i was wondering what would be better to have what is chest waders or waist waders?
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