HB tragic 743 Posted September 5, 2020 Report Share Posted September 5, 2020 Just purchased my first pair of waders. A pair of Snowbee 150 waist waders. Just wondering depending on the weather/temp what the wader users on the site wear underneath them when wading. Am prepared for the humerous answers  but seriousness will be muchly appreciated. Regards, HBt. doobie 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lofty 27 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 If i am fishing the snowys for trout then a good set of thermal pants is a must. Even down here in the South east during summer i will wack of on a pair of thermals if its cold. For a normal night a light pair of tracksuit pants with the ends tucked into your socks works fine. Use to hate wearing shorts in a pair of Hornes waders as they use to not feel right. Would sweat a lot in them when it was warm too (not sure why anyone would buy those Hornes PVC waders anymore?). Now i have a pair of riverworks neoprene's and they feel much more comfortable.  HB tragic 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Territory Lad 1,137 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 Will be interested to hear your thoughts on your waders after some use. Been toying with the idea of waders or a set of wetsuit bottoms for a while now, for the cooler months. Still not convinced one way or the other. In terms of an inner layer, a thought could be a set of Skins / whatever the appropriate brand is.  HB tragic 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
portunus 6 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 If its cold, thermals, wool are better as they don't get as stinky as polyester. Light weight hiking pants/track suit pants. Definitely not denim if your walking any distance in the waders as denim rubs. Whatever you wear tuck them into your socks as Lofty recommends. scorpion and HB tragic 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doobie 5,802 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 I've worn waders for a number of years now, but have never wanted to fork out big dollars. So I have only use the PVC type. If you have purchased the size above your normal foot size (hope so), then 2 pair of socks is best - as with 1 pair you'll find your feet are not 'snug' fitting, like wearing untied shoes. I wear track pants and always tuck the legs into the socks - this stops the tracky legs riding up your leg when putting waders on. On very cold days I will have some bottom thermals as well. Then I wear an old long sleeved cotton shirt (warmer one on colder days), but if cold but sun is out, I stick with the cotton one.  A thin, sometimes a thicker jumper, depending on temperature. Some kind of belt around the waist, just in-case of getting dumped, so I don't fill up with water. Mind you, I'll be walking/casting for a lot Kms over a lot of hours straight, whereas, if you intend to just fishing at 1 beach and move 50 metres now and then - keep the warmer stuff on when it's colder. HB tragic 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meppstas 4,962 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 I use the lightweight breathable waders here in Tassie, Under my normal fishing clothes I wear merino wool thermal long johns & socks.. With the river temps being around the two degrees here early season one still feels the cold through any waders used. But for Sth Aust and the waders you have bought I sure the merino thermals should be fine throughout the Winter months.. as doobie stated, always wear a belt around your waist too.. cheers Adrian Wert and HB tragic 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wert 470 Posted September 7, 2020 Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 Use my trusty PVC ones in SA year round for all my toe to waist deep needs when I don't want wet feet, I really don't like wet feet. Like everyone said tucking your pants into your socks is the number 1,2&3 key thing for waders, footy socks are the best for this because you can get em nice and high and very comfy too I've found. Unless its swimming weather a second pair of explorers over them is great for comfort and helps breathing. For pants I've been loving those thin trakie dak style PJ pants, again unless it's properly warm a second pair of cotton trakies over these is normally perfect. Skins were mentioned and I feel I can give an important perspective on this. I've used these too and they were great to start but they tend to need regular adjusting, particularly in the groinal region, and that can be tricky in chest waders when you're up to your thighs and carrying gear. Natural fibres as much as possible is the go for comfort and breathability, too much synthetics and you will be filling your waders from the inside.  HB tragic and Meppstas 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAH 438 Posted September 7, 2020 Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 I have the exact same waders you bought. Just this Saturday I was wading a local metro spot (very murky and caught nothing but a single puffer). It was a nice sunny day, but the water was still pretty cool. I wore a cotton t-shirt with a light long sleeved shirt (made from bamboo fibers), I had a thick pair of socks and cargo pants, which are made from cotton and about the same thickness as denim jeans. I was fine, not cold at all. Only problem is in moderate conditions like Saturday, you will sweat inside your waders and my pants were fairly damp by the end of the session (about 3 hours). Unless you pay a lot more money, this is what you have to accept. I felt fine while fishing, it was only when I was taking the waders off , that I could feel the sweat. It wasn't a big problem and by the time I had finished packing up my fishing gear, the sweat had dried. Meppstas and HB tragic 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doobie 5,802 Posted September 7, 2020 Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 On another point when wearing tracky dacks under the waders .... do not wear trackies that have zips in the bottom legs. If you are out in water up to say hips, the water pressure down by your feet will push those zips into your ankles - it is very annoying to say the least  HB tragic 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted September 7, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 Thanks for all the replies so far. Am looking into some under wader garments that are micro fleece and come with stirrups to go under your feet. At $40 they dont sound to bad. Regards, HBt. Meppstas, Softy, doobie and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted September 9, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2020 On 07/09/2020 at 8:34 PM, HB tragic said: Thanks for all the replies so far. Am looking into some under wader garments that are micro fleece and come with stirrups to go under your feet. At $40 they dont sound to bad. Regards, HBt. They are on their way. Regards, HBt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MIKECATTS 1,488 Posted September 9, 2020 Report Share Posted September 9, 2020 I use flannelette jarmy bottoms., thick wool socks. I get some strange looks when dressing for a wade... HB tragic, Meppstas and Yorky 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Softy 2,991 Posted September 10, 2020 Report Share Posted September 10, 2020 Can't remember what i used to wear it's been years since i surf fished but i do remember one trip not taking any socks..... It wasn't a good time.  I never forgot my socks after that trip, blisters for dayz! HB tragic and Meppstas 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted September 10, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2020 36 minutes ago, Softy said: I never forgot my socks after that trip, blisters for dayz! Got it. Remember my socks.  Regards, HBt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Territory Lad 1,137 Posted September 10, 2020 Report Share Posted September 10, 2020 Out of curiosity, where you using these HBt? Trout fishing streams? Cooler months on the flats? Winter surf fishing? Around the house for shits and giggles? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted September 10, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2020 1 hour ago, Territory Lad said: Out of curiosity, where you using these HBt? Cooler months on the flats? Definetly the cooler months walking some of the beach/flats areas of West Lakes to get out a bit deeper and the banks of the Onk particularly when the water level is lower. Thats the plan I have in my head at this stage. Regards HBt. Territory Lad 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solidute 45 Posted October 27, 2020 Report Share Posted October 27, 2020 I got a cheap pair of waders years ago, used them for the first time 12 months ago at start of crab season. Where the rubber boot section is "welded" onto the leg is a sharp hard ridge. Both calves were cut and bleeding by the time I got my 20 crabs. Scars are still dark very evident.Don't wear shorts under waders!If I can find the time to go chasing crabs I'll be wearing trackies or similar next timeSent from my ULTRAMINTT Y3 using Tapatalk doobie 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SurfcaztR 707 Posted October 31, 2020 Report Share Posted October 31, 2020 Prefer to stay loose under my waders  Squid Inc., Des, doobie and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted November 1, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2020 As an aside where do you buy 3 socks to a pack? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dmck 627 Posted November 1, 2020 Report Share Posted November 1, 2020 Nothings worn under my waders, its all in perfect working order.... doobie and Des 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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