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8 Fans · Stockingfoot Waders
8 Fans Waist Waders, 3-Ply Breathable, Stockingfoot, Medium, Khaki
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Breathable waist waders with double-layer neoprene knee pads for comfortable stream and river fishing.
These waist-high stockingfoot waders pair a three-ply breathable shell with 4.5 mm neoprene booties, and a breathable gravel guard keeps sand out of each boot. The inside seams are taped, and the knees carry removable neoprene pads that release with Velcro. A quick-release buckle on the wading belt and one interior pocket handle the carry, and a mesh bag comes in the box. Choose this pant cut over chest waders when you want less bulk for warm-water wading or kayak fishing.
Best for
- Stream and river fishing where wading shallow flats
- Cooler water fishing where neoprene provides warmth
- Anglers who spend entire days in the water
Skip if
- You need hip waders for deeper wading
- You fish in warm tropical water; these retain too much heat
Strengths
- 3-ply breathable material keeps you dry without overheating
- Double-layer neoprene knees protect against scrapes on rocks
- Removable knee pad allows replacing only the worn component
Trade-offs
- Stockingfoot requires separate wading boots for grip
- Quick-release belt buckle can fail if overtightened
- Breathable material eventually loses water-repellency
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
Specifications
| Type | breathable wader |
|---|---|
| Style | Waist-high |
| Material | 3-ply breathable nylon |
| Waterproof | 100% with taped seams |
| Foot | Stockingfoot 4.5mm neoprene |
Facts
| Stocking foot neoprene | 4.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Fabric layers | 3 ply |
| Fit | Waist-high pant |
| Belt | Adjustable, quick-release plastic buckle |
| Pockets | 1 interior pocket, plus side hang points |
| Knee pads | Removable, Velcro release |
| Included | Mesh storage bag |
| Size | Medium |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Stocking foot neoprene | Fabric layers | Fit | Belt | Pockets | Size | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Fans Waist Waders, 3-Ply Breathable, Stockingfoot, Medium, Khaki | Stocking foot neoprene:4.5 mm | Fabric layers:3 ply | Fit:Waist-high pant | Belt:Adjustable, quick-release plastic buckle | Pockets:1 interior pocket, plus side hang points | Size:Medium | Suits:— |
| 8 Fans Waist Waders, 3-Ply Breathable, Stockingfoot, XX-Large, Khaki | Stocking foot neoprene:4.5 mm | Fabric layers:3 ply | Fit:Waist-high pant | Belt:Adjustable, quick-release plastic buckle | Pockets:1 interior pocket, plus side hang points | Size:XX-Large | Suits:— |
How it compares
| Product |
|---|
| 8 Fans Waist Waders, 3-Ply Breathable, Stockingfoot, Medium, KhakiPick it if you want a Medium waist-high stockingfoot wader with 4.5 mm neoprene booties for warm streams or kayak trips and a lighter pant cut instead of chest waders. |
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Common questions
Which size of the 8 Fans waist waders should I buy?
This Medium pair is one of the sizes, which run from X-Small to XX-Large. 8Fans says to measure the largest part of your girth first, then match your inseam, then match the stocking-foot bootie size. The size guide on the 8Fans site gives the girth and inseam ranges for each size.
Do the 8 Fans Medium waist waders have a gravel guard?
Yes. A breathable gravel guard is attached at the top of the 4.5 mm neoprene stocking foot, keeping sand and debris out of the boot. The guard hooks onto the laces, and the bootie seams are double taped.
How thick is the neoprene in the 8 Fans waist waders?
The stocking foot is 4.5 mm neoprene with double-taped seams. Some other 8Fans wader models are listed at 4 mm, so the thickness can differ by model. The pant body is a three-ply breathable shell.
Does the Medium 8 Fans waist wader have a belt and pockets?
It has an adjustable wading belt with a quick-release plastic buckle and belt loops for the pants. Inside there is one main pocket along the waistline, plus hang points at the side, and no chest or leg pockets. A mesh storage bag is included.
Are the 8 Fans waist waders waterproof?
The shell is three-ply breathable fabric with taped inside seams, and the waders are described as waterproof and tear resistant. The stocking foot is 4.5 mm neoprene. No waterproof rating number is given for this model.
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