Mar 22, 2025 · I fished with Simms for over 20 years but feel the quality has gone downhill. I switched to Grunden and absolutely believe they are the best waders made.

Sep 18, 2020 · Waders, boots, and rain gear wear out. I’ve been using primarily Patagonia for a while after a bad experience with Simms customer service. My current strategy for having …

Oct 7, 2024 · Hi all, I'm curious if anyone has any experience with the Simms Freestone Z waders and would be willing to share their opinion. I'm interested in durability, fit, warmth, etc. I really …

It's that time. I'm in the market for a durable pair of waders. I know SIMMS are well received but how do Orvis Silver Label (~$300) and Patagonia Rio...

Dec 26, 2022 · What is best recommended/proven adhesive and DIY technique for fixing pin hole leak in a pair of Simms waders? Have had them for 6 or 7 years and they developed a small …

Oct 16, 2021 · In the past, after I've washed my Simms goretex waders, I then used Revivex on them in order to maintain the water resistance and breathability of the outer fabric. I see on …

Apr 8, 2024 · Hi all, my cheap breathable stocking foot waders have finally started leaking hard, and I’m looking for a new pair. Has anyone had experience with Paramount Outdoors waders? …

Jan 20, 2024 · Boots, forget it, especially some models of Simms. But both main brands of waders our key field staff had issues getting two pairs through a season and most Bios had to nurse …

Aug 3, 2009 · I have used Simms warranty twice on waders over the years. One time on the guide waders where they claimed to find 26 potential pinholes and replaced both stocking feet for …

Aug 25, 2015 · I have been using Simms gear for a long time, my previous pair of waders were the freestones, which I got 5 rough and tumble years out of (one of those was spent fishing the …