Chest Waders
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US $39.00
Caring For Your Neoprene Chest Waders
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!
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Wenzel 713089 Rubber Chest High Waders 8 $85.12 Chest high wader. 100 waterproof vulcanized rubber. Steel shank and rubber cleated sole. Drawstring chest closure. Reinforced crotch chafing guard. Suspender buttons. Inside pocket. Boxed. Size: 8. |
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Patagonia Watermaster Waders - Marsh Green $300 These waders remain quantitatively tough, puncture-resistant and breathable. They feature our innovative internal suspension system that allows relief without removing your jacket or vest. The Watermaster Waders have a polyester microfiber shell with a proprietary waterproof/breathable H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge DWR (durable water repellent) finish. They feature an inside zippered main pocket (with a piggyback mesh pocket and internal key/tool loop) that flips out for quick access. These waders have unique, waist-mounted suspenders that allow easy conversion from chest to waist height. The TPU post and slot design on the front and back of the suspenders offers security when wading deep and for roll down, waist high comfort. These waders have anatomically curved knees and a modified Y-Joint crotch. The inside leg seams are positioned away from wear zones and there are specifically designed left and right legs and booties. The waders feature built-in, heavyweight reinforcement fabric gravel guards with abrasion resistance scuff zones. There are also gripper elastic gravel guard cuffs. The concealed, stainless steel, locking boot hooks secure cuff to boot and avoid line catch. These waders include the Stretch Wading Belt with a quick-release DuraFlex Stealth-V buckle that provides smooth function and an easy adjustable fit. These regular fit waders even have a field repair kit included. They weigh (2 lbs 6 oz) 1077 g. The upper fabric is 3-layer, 5.2-oz polyester microfiber twill shell with a proprietary waterproof/breathable H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge DWR finish. The lower torso and legs are 3-layer, 7-oz polyester microfiber reinforcement fabric with proprietary H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge DWR finish. The gravel guards are 6.35-oz polyester microfiber with Deluge DWR finish and the booties are 3-mm neoprene with abrasion-resistant fabric soles. This is the regular version of the Watermaster Waders. |
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Wenzel 713099 Menapos;s Heavy Duty Rubber Chest Waders 9 $85.12 Chest high wader. 100 waterproof vulcanized rubber. Steel shank and rubber cleated sole. Drawstring chest closure. Reinforced crotch chafing guard. Suspender buttons. Inside pocket. Boxed. Size: 9. |
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Wenzel 713129 Academy Broadwy Rubber Chest High Waders Size 12 $85.12 Chest high wader. 100 waterproof vulcanized rubber. Steel shank and rubber cleated sole. Drawstring chest closure. Reinforced crotch chafing guard. Suspender buttons. Inside pocket. Boxed. Size: 12. |
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Wenzel 713109 Academy Broadwy Rubber Chest High Waders Size 10 $85.12 Chest high wader. 100 waterproof vulcanized rubber. Steel shank and rubber cleated sole. Drawstring chest closure. Reinforced crotch chafing guard. Suspender buttons. Inside pocket. Boxed. Size: 10. |
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Wenzel 713119 Academy Broadwy Rubber Chest High Waders Size 11 $85.12 Chest high wader. 100 waterproof vulcanized rubber. Steel shank and rubber cleated sole. Drawstring chest closure. Reinforced crotch chafing guard. Suspender buttons. Inside pocket. Boxed. Size: 11. |
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Brolly Waders $24.99 Brolly Waders - Photographic Print |
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Pro Line Marsh Creek Neoprene Waders $259.84 This Pro Line March Creek Neoprene Bootfoot Chest Waders are constructed of 3.5 mm neoprene with a lightweight and insulated liner. This pair of waders has quick release buckets, large outside pockets and are 100-percent waterproof.Color options: Dark brownStyle: Neoprene WaderLining: lightweight 3.5mm neoprene All seams are butt cemented, stitched and sealedQuick release bucklesLarge outside pocketDouble knee patches200 grams of Thinsulate Insulation for rubber boot foot Each wader is air and water tested to assure waterproofUpper: Neoprene Model: NW9301 |
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