jayL
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Cheapest item I've ever seen from patagucci.
No experience with them, but I'd imagine they are good. Let us know.
No experience with them, but I'd imagine they are good. Let us know.
MidasMulligan
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Great boots...can't go wrong.
albatross
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I just sent my wife an e-mail with a Christmas present suggestion!
Thanks guys!
Thanks guys!
tomgamber
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Looking up the price I found some reviews...good price though.
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Reviews/1899H_Patagonia-Canyonwalker-Wading-Boots-Felt-Sole-For-Men-.html
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Reviews/1899H_Patagonia-Canyonwalker-Wading-Boots-Felt-Sole-For-Men-.html
StudentofTheStream
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Alby I own the boots and thus far I like them very much. They give pretty good support, are decently comfortable to hike into stream with and are very easy to get on an off. That is a big plus as all the other wading boots I've owned were such a pain to put on and take off. I didn't buy the studded version as I'm too cheap and young/agile enough to catch myself when the slippage starts. For the price you can't go wrong.
The only thing I didn't like about them is that while they give you great ankle support (they're pretty high) the first few times I wore them I felt like they were digging a bit into my achilles tendon. I think I just needed to get used to more of a 'high top' version of wading boots. Good to go now.
The only thing I didn't like about them is that while they give you great ankle support (they're pretty high) the first few times I wore them I felt like they were digging a bit into my achilles tendon. I think I just needed to get used to more of a 'high top' version of wading boots. Good to go now.
albatross
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I think I'll get the plain felt and add my own studs (Simms Hard Bite Boot Studs) for $15. This will still cost me less than the studded version of the boot.
The Simms studs are carbide and don't wear down like regular machine screws will. The fact that I won't have to replace them justifies the $15.
The Simms studs are carbide and don't wear down like regular machine screws will. The fact that I won't have to replace them justifies the $15.
StudentofTheStream
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I may have to do the same. I didn't know simms made something affordable 
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troutslammer
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quality is not cheap, if it was all the people of the world driving dodge neons would be driving lincolns and caddys.
StudentofTheStream
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Well at least that gives me a good idea of what you perceive as quality.
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alby,
I've gone through 2prs of the felt version over the past four years (2yrs/pr). With both pairs, the latter with stitched felt, the felt soles debonded after 1 year. Even so, I'd still buy another pair plus the requisite two tubes of Barge cement.
I've gone through 2prs of the felt version over the past four years (2yrs/pr). With both pairs, the latter with stitched felt, the felt soles debonded after 1 year. Even so, I'd still buy another pair plus the requisite two tubes of Barge cement.
jayL
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I may have to ask for them too. They can be had at a good price.
Patagonia is worth the money when you can find them on sale I say. Simms as well. I know bruno loves patagonia.
Patagonia is worth the money when you can find them on sale I say. Simms as well. I know bruno loves patagonia.
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Westvleteren12
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I bought them about a month ago and like them but not a lot of time on them (2 outings)
I had Korkers before and these are much lighter....
I had Korkers before and these are much lighter....
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troutslammer
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allegheny , 2 pr in 4yrs , how many times a year do u wear them would u say as real good guess , just curious ?
allegheny
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troutslammer,
I fish a lot, maybe 70 days/yr? My current pair is busting at the seams.
I fish a lot, maybe 70 days/yr? My current pair is busting at the seams.
Bruno
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I am a fan of Patagonia products. The waders are the bomb. However I am going to suggest the Chota's STL Plus boots. This is my first season with them and so far no complaints. They are the most comfortable boot I own. I could wear them everyday as a regular boot. Plus the lacing system is a breeze. David did a nice review on them in the blog section. Check them out.
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i would second bruno's suggestion , i have the chota stls ,and they wear like iron in my opinion , i replaced the pair i have now in june and i have over 60 days use , meaning 8hr fishing trips as a average out , and no signs of wear other than on the one boots speed laces . how much u wear a wading boot says alot about the quality thats why i feel everyone who recomends a boot ,tell everyone how much u use them. I am not retired by a long shot ,but i am in the second phase of getting help for my fly fishing problem.
albatross
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Sorry Bruno, I'm too cheap. Best price I could find online for the Chota's with cleats is $120.
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hendeylathe
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Albatross,
Saw that boot on sale, both felts & studded felts, on Madison River Fishing Co. clearance sale. Both about 1/2 off retail.
Saw that boot on sale, both felts & studded felts, on Madison River Fishing Co. clearance sale. Both about 1/2 off retail.
albatross
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Thanks Hendey, but my wife was too quick. I think she only paid $7 more than MRFC is charging, so its no big deal. I will psot a review when I get to try these boots, but I don't expect that to be till after Christmas.
