Which waders are best for float tubing? Im asking as today my old trusty breathables gave way whilst out for grayling. Im planning on having a float tube for next year, so this time round Ill get a set of neoprenes and leave breathables until the start of the season.

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I have always used stocking foot and my mates have always uses boot foot. When I last changed my waders I thought I'd go for boot foot as they are easier to put on. My local tackle dealer warned me off boot foots as apparently you can stress the joint between the leg and the boot. He reckoned that he'd seen the joint pop. He's a keen tuber so I have no reason to disbelieve him. That said, my mates have never had a problem.

I'd go for boot foot though.

Andy

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stocking foot for me.........much more comfortable.

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I've recently gone from bootfoot to stockingfoot with wading boots, for me the difference in comfort value is striking.

Stocking foot with neoprene divers booties.
Lighter, more comfortable and an extra 5ml layer of neoprene around the feet and ankles for warmth.
In addition they allow you to use decent "diver" style fins.

it must be stocking foot ?? the bootfoot wont be flexible enough over time and will crack around the area where its flexing all the time .............

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If you are serious about tubing get stocking foot.

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Thanks lads its stocking foot all the way. Now the challenge to find a pair that will fit a wee short fat bloke at a sensible price!!!! Ive looked at a pair from cabelas and also the snowbee waders but the snowbee are 1 size fits no one

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I have Cabella's and they are the best value for money of any, even with the carriage cost.

I am going to start by saying, if you can find a really good fitting pair of boot foot, why not.

They are easier.

I have regular chest highs and waste high stocking foot that I do wear the Simms boot with for tubing because I sit lower and need the rear covered, but I also river fish, so they have two functions.

But I have the breathable bootfoot hippers by Orvis that I can wade shallow rivers and creeks and they are AWESOME for the pontoon.
BUT, different flippers can wear out the boot. I have been using these boots with NO LEAKS (knock on wood) for over 5 years now. I have been through several flippers and noticed them wearing on my shoes and my boots.
I bought Force Finns, 4 years ago and no wear on my Boots or shoes.

Just my thoughts.