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Post by milkie62 on Mar 16, 2013 22:53:39 GMT -5
Was looking at Cabelas 5 mm 1600 gram thinsulate waist-high waders.Does anybody wear the neopreme vs the old fashioned rubber ? Pros and cons ? I have never used an insulated boot so I do not know if the 1600 gram would be too hot on the feet.
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Post by rivervalleytrapr on Mar 17, 2013 8:38:19 GMT -5
Not sure about the 1600 grams but sounds about like the last ones I bought. When wearing the old rubber boots my feet were always froze and they are very uncomfortable getting in and out of a vehicle. I find the neoprene boots to be very comfortable in a vehicle and I have not had cold feet wearing them. Neoprene does not stand up to the abuse of beaver trapping very well and you will sweat if exerting yourself at all.
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Post by 160andup on Mar 17, 2013 13:07:58 GMT -5
Just got back from steelheading in my cabelas 1600 grams, they're awesome for this time of year (jan/feb/march) but I sweat my butt off during october and november... 800's might be better for all around trapping use.
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Post by proratman on Mar 17, 2013 18:49:03 GMT -5
I use their neoprene waders in tall size for beaver trapping. Have never been cold but they can get caught easily on a snag.
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 17, 2013 19:48:57 GMT -5
I seen their 1600 gram waist high waders are on sale right now. Always liked the waist high over the chest high for trapping and fishing but are limited in brands.Will check to see if there is a lighter insulated one.
One last thing.Are the 3 mm thickness a no-no for trapping because of thickness and more chance of ripping ? Thanks guys...Ed
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Post by 160andup on Mar 17, 2013 20:35:25 GMT -5
One last thing.Are the 3 mm thickness a no-no for trapping because of thickness and more chance of ripping ? Thanks guys...Ed I have 3mm knee boots, they were all ripped up after a few trips through briars.
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 17, 2013 22:52:41 GMT -5
Well then 3 mm is out.Question now is are the 1600 gram too much insulation.
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Post by brandonh on Mar 18, 2013 18:58:21 GMT -5
i have the 1600 chest waders.. the boots are huge, kinda like mickey mouse boots.. too clumsy for trapping boots but sure do keep ya warm
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oldeman
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Post by oldeman on Mar 18, 2013 20:51:47 GMT -5
If you do any ammount of walking the 1600 might be more than you need.
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redneck315ers
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Post by redneck315ers on Mar 19, 2013 9:50:38 GMT -5
true i duck hunt they get hot if i walk to hole to hole
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Post by nightstalker1 on Mar 19, 2013 17:01:43 GMT -5
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 19, 2013 20:28:28 GMT -5
Thanks Tom for the link.
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catman4
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Post by catman4 on Mar 21, 2013 19:30:20 GMT -5
for trapping purposes only the old fashioned chest waders are the only way to go. neoprene chest waders are good for the beginning of trout season when the water is still cold and cold weather foul hunting, neoprene will tear real easy on a normal trap line.
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Post by saquelie on Mar 21, 2013 20:49:11 GMT -5
I have the cabelas 5mms and love them for the trapline but i also wear my rain bibs over them to protect them from rips and tears, cheap protection
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 23, 2013 22:49:15 GMT -5
I like the waist highs and they were on sale,plus I have a gift card.Wish someone made a rubber pair of waist highs.Will probably get the Lacrosse trapper hips then.
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Post by nightstalker1 on Mar 25, 2013 16:18:53 GMT -5
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 25, 2013 18:55:41 GMT -5
Tom--Seen that yesterday,ordered the catalog,Talked to the owner,going to try on Muck and Bog boots to see what I like best and order a pair of waist highs.They sound like unbelievable boots.Custom built and fairly reasonable.
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Post by xtrlooney on Mar 26, 2013 10:38:46 GMT -5
Has anyone tried the Field & Stream Microfiber Waist Waders? I saw them on sale at dick's for $70 and was wondering if they would hold up.
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 26, 2013 22:16:29 GMT -5
I just bought some pro-line waders at Dicks for $70 plus 20% off.$58 not too bad for the interim till I get those super duper waders.These prolines are OK but will not last.
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Post by trappermac on Mar 27, 2013 18:30:07 GMT -5
Myself I buy the cheapest and heaviest rubber chest waders I can find for marsh rats or beaver flows. I know I'm going to be rough on them and I can easily patch them until they just get too worn and then buy another cheap pair. I have neoprene waders for steelheading and flyfishing in colder weather that I would never take trapping. Also I don't like waist highs as I like to kneel down alot in a swamp and I want that wader protecting my backside, waist highs don't do that well.
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Post by milkie62 on Mar 27, 2013 20:24:51 GMT -5
Myself I but the cheapest and heaviest rubber chest waders I can find for marsh rats or beaver flows. I know I'm going to be rough on them and I can easily patch them until they just get too worn and then but another cheap pair. I have neoprene waders for steelheading and flyfishing in colder weather that I would never take trapping. Also I don't like waist highs as I like to kneel down alot in a swamp and I want that wader protecting my backside, waist highs don't do that well. So which ones do you normally buy ? I see alot of the cheapies are pvc and will not hold up like a real rubber one will.
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Post by trappermac on Mar 28, 2013 4:42:42 GMT -5
I think the ones I have now are Hodgemans, have had them a while and they have a few patches. I find that the neoprenes tend to snag on branches and such, rubber slides off. But I'm a bull in a china shop when wading swamps, others may be easier on waders than I am.
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