Simms G3 Guide StockingfootsAverage Rating: 8
Retail Price: 425.00
Manufacturer Description
Introduced in 2003, these have become the standard by which all other waders are judged. Highly breathable and as tough as waders get.
* 5-layer and 3-layer Gore-Tex® fabric technologies-increased puncture and abrasion protection, and 20% more breathable
* Added protection on leg and seat
* Patent pending built-in Schoeller Gravel Guards
* Quick drying hand warmer pocket
* Flip-out Tippet Tender pocket
* Simms Blackfoot 3mm high-density neoprene stockingfeet with right/left foot design
* Built-in belt loop
* DEET and saltwater resistant
* Repair kit and nylon wading belt included
* Every pair manufactured and tested in Bozeman, Montana
Reader Submitted ReviewsSubmitted by Tim
Pros
best waders I've ever owned!!! great fit!!!!
Cons
a little tougher getting out of
Submitted by Paul
Pros
Fits like a taylor made them for me, strong and comfortable
Cons
sticky tape used to seal the seems in the footies hangs up when putting on boots
Submitted by Andrew
Pros
Well built, heavy materials, good fit.
Cons
Leaked in less than 2 years. I expected more for the money.....
Submitted by Scott
Pros
The G3's have been a great wader for me. No issues after over 100 trips on them.
I try to take care of them after each trip to keep them in good shape.
Cons
Even though I have not had any issues, I have guide friends that are having leaking issues, mainly at the inside seams.
Submitted by
Pros
Verry comfortable,light weight!!
Cons
Could have more room in the leg area for additional layering. Also a little tough to get off.
Submitted by mark
Pros
Verry comfortable,light weight!!
Cons
Could have more room in the leg area for additional layering. Also a little tough to get off.
Submitted by Bruce
Pros
Provides great breathability, durability, and reliability and at the same time has all the features you need and nothing cutsey you don't. Dependable, durable, what waders should be.
Cons
Can be a bit warm in hot weather.
Submitted by Jamie
Pros
Very nice fitting waders, well thought out flip pocket and good neutral colour which blends into most back grounds.
Cons
Bit pricey and mine leaked on the very first outing.
Submitted by Visco
Pros
I have a hard time believing that there is a better wader out there. I abuse my equipment during the long winter seasons fishing for steelhead and at several spring fly fishing tournaments. My G3's take everything I dish out.
Cons
The black pouch on the inside needs to be either bigger so that I am not fumbling to get into it or non-existant.
Submitted by Snaggletooth
Pros
Handwarmer and gear pockets along with built in gravel guards and wading belt are nice.
Customer service has been great.
The rubbing alcohol trick to find pinholes is handy.
Cons
Purchased in Dec. 2004, waders have been back a grand total of 5 times and have been completely replaced twice after the second return. I fish hard, but not THAT hard. At least the customer service has been good, and it's a good thing I still have my Patagonia SST's as a backup.
Submitted by
Pros
Can't imagine something more comfortable seriously. Pajamas are more restrictive! Bushwacking or standing in frigid water I'm now comfortable and not chilled or sore from dampness or restriction.
Cons
Price for some.
Submitted by Gunnar
Pros
A lot of nice features that weren't present on the classic guides: gravel guards, hand warmer pocket, belt loop, built in retractor, storage pockets. Initially very comfortable, breathable, and water proof....but not for long!
Cons
Started leaking along the seams of the bootfoot, and along the crotch in less than 1 1/2 years. Also the breathability significantly decreased in about the same amount of time. Velcro on the chest pocket beacme unstitched, lost a brass connector for one of the gravel guards, and somehow got a small puncture around the left hip, and I wasn't even that hard on them ;) For the money I spent on them, and their reputation, I would have expected a lot more from these waders. Next time I'm buying Patagonia or LL bean wicked tough's.
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