Fantastic. Since September 10 days on the water in Iceland, 30 days trout and steelhead fishing on the Klamath, Trinity, McCloud, Pit, and others. (I know, sorry, I'm retired.) And still dry and happy!
Love the padded knees. I frequently kneel for stealth and to release fish, which is so pleasant in these.
Of course, best of all is the zipper-- no more going to shore to take EVERYTHING off just to take care of business. I'm probably averaging 30 minutes a day more time actually fishing than BZ (before zipper).
I'm just beginning to see some fabric distress on the gaiters, but geez, these are so well made, I still feel like I'm putting on brand new waders ever trip. I'm careful, don't get me wrong, but these puppies are tough, and seem to glide right through blackberries and star thistle, nothing will easily pierce these.
Did I pay more for these waders than I ever have in my life? Yes. But if I get twice the life out of these than I did on my last pair, it will more than even out in my favor.
If you are an adventurer on the water, you need these. You won't be disappointed. These Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Waders are the real deal-- don't wait, you deserve these!
MSM / Forge Grey