Thursday, January 3, 2013

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: wading boots

They are not the chepest boots and i forget the exact name.  But the ones Orvis has with zippers in them are amzing and worth every cent.  As someone with over 2 dozen foot surgeries i cant afford to roll an ankle.  Ive had them for about a year now, and been out in them a few dozen times.  The soles and metal studs are still holding in greatly and i rarely loose grip in water or on land. They have a very rigid side to them, so even when i do slip.  They keep me from twisting to badly.  Only down side is when i pack into a river, they are a tad heavy.  


On Wed, Jan 2, 2013 at 5:23 PM, Steve F <spfbeaver@gmail.com> wrote:
If you're looking for boots on the cheap, and I do mean cheap, I started with a pair of bargain basement (~$30) pair of rubber soled wading boots from one of the big stores for everyday wading at 4MR/Gravelly/Roaches/etc.  Later on when I need more grip, I purchased a set of korkers rocktrax for around $60 which are great.  I really like the ability to strap the korkers to my pack for hiking in and out -- though ankle support is somewhat lacking with this setup.  One day I'll upgrade but for now, if it ain't broke... 
 
I wouldn't recommend the wellies as mud, deposits, or even swirling currents could potentially pull those off.  I'm sure others will chime in with their thoughts and favorites.   

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