Oct 2, 2014 · I know this is mostly a western big game forum, but I figured I’d ask anyway. Anybody have any experience with both brands of waders? Getting damn tired of burning through 2 sets of …

Oct 3, 2018 · I've worn Chene waders for the last 2 seasons (including this one). I hunt in waders approximately 30-40 times per year. So far, no leaks, holes, or issues, and they're the most …

Sep 7, 2023 · Has anybody tried the new KUIU wading system yet? Any thoughts on how it performs versus the Sitka ones or with other simms waders?

Apr 9, 2025 · My waders gave up the ghost halfway through the season this year. Third year in a row that I’ve been left hanging mid season by a pair of leaky waders. I’m looking at some of the high-end …

May 12, 2013 · Chene vs Divebomb, rubba boot advice needed. deadwolf Aug 4, 2023 Aug 4, 2023 #1

Aug 4, 2025 · I had Chenes for a year and the boot failed and then the seams inside the leg failed. My next waders will be Simms Freestone bootfoots which are on the same quality level for a much more …

Jan 12, 2017 · Sitka and Chene waders are night and day compared to Drake or Cabelas waders when it comes to comfort, especially the boot ... and Sitka or Chene would repair them if you did put a hole …

Jun 26, 2019 · Most breathable fishing waders will have a stocking foot that you need to buy separate wading boots for. If it doesn't say stocking foot chances are, they still are. Which ones in particular …

Oct 30, 2021 · Hey guys, I got a moose hunt lined up next year west of Anchorage. Temps should be fairly mild but I was told to bring chest waders. I know Simms are the car's meow but $900 for …

Jul 30, 2015 · I know no one who's actually worn a pair. Lots of sitka and chene in our duck camp, but no kuiu. Would be really interested in your feedback. I’m not sure how many miles, but I hiked …