I'm in the market for a new pair of waders and appreciate your informative introduction to the new Patagonia waders. I realize that these waders are hanging on a rack and not a person, but what stuck out to me was the single attachment of the shoulder harness in the back and how the waders drooped on the sides. All of my waders (Simms and Redington) have two attachment points in the back. Also, while highly unlikely, if Patagonia's single attachment failed, the waders would be useless. I'm curious as to others' thoughts regarding two clips vs. one clip in the back of the waders. Cheers.
I won’t be the first to try these but if they hold up and don’t have the leaking issues they’ve had in the past I’ll be purchasing the zip front option.
I could care less about how "green" they are, how they fit, last, work, storage, etc. Unlike Simms, they are still made in Vietnam meaning cheap sweatshop labor. Simms is made in Montana. Yvon Chouinard leads the way for the leftist cancel culture. Still, Patagonia makes outstanding outdoor clothing and backs their product like no one else. I have always worn Patagonia waders and never considered any other brand. In the past few years, I was disappointed in the functionality when friends that had Simms. When I go to purchase new waders this spring I'll Look hard at both Simms & Patagonia.
I also had a pair of g3s leak on me within two months of owning them and all people can say is you should of bought the g4s, plus how many people get denied on simms warranty claims?
