Everyone that I have talked to has said that neoprene waders DO NOT HOLD UP!! THEY TEAR TOO EASILY!! TRUE OR FALSE???
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They do form small leaks over time but are easily fixed with glue. That being said the other ones form leaks and cracks as well in about the same amount of time but are not as easy to fix. I prefer these any day of the week due to ease of use and comfort! Way better in my opinion if your going to be in them for hours at a time.
1900680
i would think so. i ordered 1 size bigger to wear with my waders and they still big.
78265
Yeah I would think so. There's non of that gel crap in them that would breakdown. Like I had said earlier these are the best inserts I've ever purchased. I would definitely suggest wearing socks to prolong durability tho
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I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use... » Read More I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. « Show Less
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I don't think so. I tried them out for just work use (retail), and they were falling apart (I had a hole in the pad area) in less than a week. I don't imagine they'd hold up too well with more vigorous use.
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They are well made; however, they only last me about a year before losing their stretchiness. We do not have the extreme heat, but do use them in rain, etc. a couple times a week. Ours are always outside in the elements.
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I have big.er calves. So they are tight on me. Once wet they are fine. If Im wearing in winter, and am layering they are tight there. I usually buy a Large wader. These were too small. And gave to my son. And bought an XL. Nice waders though. Foot size was fine. .....my son has already worn them out from fishing. 2 years.
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I didn't have anything break. The whole system does not feel right. I returned my fins right away, stick with DUCK FEET. You will never go wrong with Duck Feet, that is if you are a Body Surfer.
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I ordered mine a size larger then my normal shoe. I wear them with and without waders but I use a heavy pair of socks when not using waders. Good luck.
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I am about to order my third one in maybe 5 years. Mine have not held up, but they are the only thing I've found that fits the grill. My grill gets a good bit of sun, so maybe that is the issue. I don't care that it fades, but the fabric gets very brittle and tears like crazy. I will say the second one lasted longer than the first, so maybe they've improved them somewhat.
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I think they would work either way. My boots fit snuggly and I've use them with lighter weight neoprene boots. So I think they would work fine with wader stocking only.
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Probably not durable enough. Plus if you have to wash them they will fall apart. The seller will not help you if they fall apart.
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They seem pretty durable, but that's some pretty intense wear. I'm sure they would wear out faster than normal if you were doing that very often. I would worry more about them sliding around when climbing up. They fit well, but with that kind of pull, they might twist on your hand.
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I prefer a tighter fit so I don't get blisters. The sizes are pretty true, I think, but since I am a 1/2 size, I went up in size rather than down and got the neoprene dive socks to wear with them ....super comfortable and no blisters. If not wearing the neoprene, then go down if you are a 1/2 size.... backs are adjustable.
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Dicey. I use them to keep my feet warm while kayaking in cold weather. The bottom is a soft diamond pattern of the same material as the sock. I noticed the other day that the diamond pattern around the ball of my foot (where it pushes on the foot brace) was starting to wear. I've since attached moleskin to the foot brace so I'm not pushing against the hard plastic. Sand is pretty abrasive. I believe neoprene boots have a hard sole; those might work better on sand. Hope you find something that works for you.
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Hello there ! Mine have not ripped and I have had them almost 2 years now...... I get a lot of compliments on them. I would imagine the butterfly ones are made of the same thing though. Maybe the others had kids or were rough & careless in their car ?! No complaints here !!
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I've been using my canvas hip waders for the last 45 years and they are some of the best hip boots on the market. The only way they get wet is coming over the top or by wear and tear. I haver climbed Spruce trees while moose hunting and they are light weight and flexible. The upper canvas is very waterproof. When storing them hang them upright.