Kev-mo

Those brandy's sound interesting.

On 12/19/2018 at 1:07 PM, Mark K said:

I used to have these:

https://www.orvis.com/p/wet-wading-shoe/28xa

They were terrific....so naturally they got discontinued. 😞 !@#$

Since...I have been using a Simms bootie in regular wading boots, I have narrow feet and they don't fit me well and beet the crap out of my toes, but other than that they worked if you have normal feet they would have worked fine.  Since then I just used a  Columbia hiking boot with the bootie and that was kind of slippery on slimy rocks, but really comfortable- other than neoprene in summer.. I was thinking about screwing sheet metal screws in the sole for a better grip. That works for running shoes on ice.

 

 

Sheet metal screws should work, that's essentially what they give you as "studs" with wading boots.

On 12/18/2018 at 3:10 PM, Jim Confer said:

I upsized on accident.  I typically wear a size 13 and ordered a size 13.  These boots were larger than a typical 13 shoe.  They worked well with my White Water neoprene sock waders.  For wet wading I just tightened them down and they worked great.  The insole of my boots  are "tacky", no slipping in the boot at all and great ankle support.  Hope this helps.  Really good product.

Thanks for the info. I'm a 13 also.  Mmm.... I guess order 12 and 13 and send one back. So far all my wading boots have been 13's and fit great with waders and wool socks. Too loose to for wet wading even with simms wet wade sock and tightening down.

3 hours ago, Terry Dodge said:

Thanks for the info.

I'm going to be living at the Hines Blind Rehab Center for 6 weeks near the end of March, so of course

I had to see what kind of water was flowing near. 🤠

Let me know when you get here. I know a bit about that creek and a little about a river or two...

Isn't all water within our borders WOTUS? Sounds like an excuse to pollute. How many times has the Federal govt had to help pay for cleanups and it's cost like 29 times what it would have cost to not pollute in the first place? Anything else I type will be derogatory so I'll stop here.

22 minutes ago, Mark K said:

What makes them a "wet wading" boot?

Base on the first page of reviews several people upsized to accommodate their waders. It's been my experience that most wading boots are designed to accommodate both the neoprene bootie and a wool/thicker sock but you order your regular size. Most 'wet  wading' shoes/boats are sized for only a thinner sock or thinner neoprene sock still  or no sock while still ordering your regular size. JMO (opinion or observation).

Those look pretty slick John, thanks. While I appreciate wading boots and the whole boot aspect (stiffer, more support protect the ankle etc.) there are times I wish I had something exactly like this; either for wet wading or wading a stream where  a more robust boot isn't necessary.

Jim, did you upsize?

11 hours ago, JOHN SCHENCK said:

Yes I was thinking of getting out Friday but not sure what the scheduled rain will do to that idea. I’ll play it by ear.... I was thinking of covering some water during Christmas break looking for spots I can drop anchor and pick apart slowly.... I’ll be in touch before with some questions as I don’t winter fish much bit would like to more. 

Thanks for the feedback 

I don't think we are going to get dumped on so you should be good for Friday.

Btw I'll be off for Christmas break, lmk if you want to hang.

Best thing I've found to keep my hands warm/warmer is the the blue nitrile gloves. I think Joe R. was the first one I saw sporting them. A "no throw away" but more expensive option are the R1 gloves from Patagonia. I'm sure there is something similar by other companies.

John, if you haven't already done so check out  Jeff Littles Youtube videos on coldwater fishing.  Lots of good info on baits etc. but also a lot of safety tips. 

JDM; pretty, shiny, drool.... 

Planning to be there.

Hoping to fish Fri, Sat and Sun, we'll see what happens. Might even slow down and try your ned rig setup.

I'm out. Try to carry on without me...

While probably not contagious still have the remnants of a nasty cold, don't need to be in Rockford till noon and while I'm okay with it; there are too many people that are otherwise abled when it comes to driving in the snow,

Another option or in addition to might be that pink solid foam insulation used in construction. They always recommended that in scouts for winter camping along with blankets when sleeping on the ground

Not sure I'm ready for cold water paddling. After watching several of Jeff Little's videos on youtube it seems a dry suit is a requirement rather than an option and right now spending that much is not an option. Also I slipped many years ago while wading in early spring and got about half my upper body wet. Despite the half mile or so walk back to the car I was shivering pretty good so I know how fast things could go south.

I have to be in Rockford that day so probably will come out early for breakfast.

2 hours ago, Andy C said:

Great news!

X2!

i'm planning to be there this year.

I'm out for Thursday. Sorry...

Not sure if I have allergies or a cold. Hope it goes away as I was sick last year at this time and missed dinner at Tom's

Those look pretty decent, thanks Phil.

How many bodies do you need Terry?

I'd like to go down but won't know if I can take off till it gets closer...

13 hours ago, Mike G said:

 

Gordon, 

Don't hold back. Say what you really mean; I'll back ya!

Let's burn down the good senators home, cut off his access to grocery stores, poison his water and make it extremely difficult if not impossible for him to find a woman that would maybe consider getting naked for him. We could then classify his lineage as endangered and see if he falls into that 3% or 97%...

Feel free to remove if too much. Not advocating we really do any of this, just using an analogy to make a point like he did.

Sure!

2 guys both spin.

He's going through some sort of approval process for the place that is near where he is staying as he needs a permanent daycare place.  I guess they need to check to make sure vaccines are up to date etc. Just trying to get an idea if we'll be done mid afternoon or early evening... along things considered. Thanks for the info on the pet resort, I'll pass that along.

1 hour ago, mannym said:

Does he need a yak or canoe? Maybe I can help. 

That's very generous of you! Yes if you had an extra yak that would be appreciated! He's also trying to work out some daycare for his dog and he'll find out about that tomorrow. 

How long of a day will it be floating? I know it depends... just looking for a guesstimate.  I don't think he can leave his dog all day long unless he can do the daycare thing.

I'm a solid maybe leaning towards probably...  Just trying to work things out with a friend who moved back to town. He doesn't have all his stuff up here yet and he'll probably just wade a bit.