Simms Classic Guide StockingfootsAverage Rating: 9.3
Retail Price: 329.95
Manufacturer Description
Gore-Tex® fabric performance that's proven itself the world over. Tough, highly breathable, very comfortable.
* Micro fiber 3-layer construction
* Patented 5-layer Gore-Tex® fabric on leg
* DEET and saltwater resistant
* Simms Blackfoot 3mm high-density neoprene stockingfeet with right/left foot design
* Flip-out chest pocket
* Repair kit and nylon wading belt included
* Every pair manufactured and tested in Bozeman, Montana
Reader Submitted ReviewsSubmitted by Don Peet
Pros
For the budget conscious angler, you can't go wrong with these waders. Fully breathable, lightweight, my favorite waders.
Cons
The only problem is that they do not come with gravel guards
Submitted by Don Peet
Pros
To clarify, I say budget conscious because you will never need another pair--having gone through 3 pairs of hodgeman's, and two orvis silver labels...you get the idea
Cons
Submitted by Jim Kearney
Pros
I had my original pair 6 years, bought as new pair this spring after some seepage. On a whim, sent back for repair. I was told that they couldn't guarantee that the repair would hold so they sold me a new pair for $85.00 which would have been the cost of the repair.
I know of no other company that would make such a customer service move. I take care of my waders but these had about 600 fishing trips and held up well without any problem until the very end. What a product.
Cons
If you like new waders every couple of years don't buy these, they wear like iron.
Submitted by Scott
Pros
The guide pants are my go to waders for Spring Creeks. Hard to beat the fit and comfort.
Cons
No attached gravel guards!
Submitted by Tony M
Pros
Good fit.
Cons
I'm afraid I have to differ on these waders. I have two pairs of Orvis waders that have seen heavy wear and developed only a few small leaks (maybe 2-4 pinholes, easily internally patched)over a period of 4-6 years. By contrast, the Simms Guide waders developed multiple pinhole leaks (over 20) in the first year. Sent them to Simms, they returned with over 40 holes patched, developed more pinholes in next 6 months which I patched myself and still have some leaks. They are hanging in the garage and have been replaced by Orvis waders at half the price. I guess I got a pair made on Monday morning after a big weekend. On the other hand, Simms boots have been very successful and I bought a second pair recently. Good support and wear.
Submitted by Bruce
Pros
These waders are the finest simple wader made. My first pair I guided in for 12 seasons and then gave them away still not leaking and working fine to upgrade to G3s.
Cons
The outside seam tape on the feet tends to peel off and needs regluing from time to time.
Submitted by Jim Williams
Pros
I have these and use them to fish from a float tube or pontoon boat. I think they are the greatest. I so far have not had a need for gravel guards. I also think gravel guards are an item that can be bought and used on them. The flip over pocket holds the batteries for foot warmer socks. I would not trade them for anything. And if they become ruined....I will immediately order another exact pair.
Cons
I don't have any negatives on these. I love 'em! Period.
Submitted by MARK COTTRELL
Pros
I AM A GUIDE AND LIVE IN MY WADERS. THE BEST SET OF WADERS I HAVE USED
Cons
Submitted by Mike Davis
Pros
comfort, durability,
Cons
no attached gravel guards
Submitted by John L
Pros
Tough as nails and comfortable on those long days when the weather is tough and I can't bring myself to make the last cast really the last cast. Had mine for 4 years now and there are no signs of visible wear after a lot of hard fishing on western freestone streams.
Cons
No gravel guards
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