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That's the main difference, new design and lower price. No matter what, if you're wearing a wading jacket, you're gonna be looking rather dorky. Probably trying to steal a bit of simms market share. You probably wont find a better deal then the SST on sale, and if anything ever happens to it, Patagonia will take care of you..

Went out for what was probably my last camping trip of the year. Wasn't as quiet as it was during the OHV ban but the beautiful fall scenery helped make up for it. First campfire in months! Luckily I still remembered how to split wood and light a match. Found some fish. This guy broke someone off before I got him. If you want to reclaim your fly, sorry but it slipped out of my fingers and floated away. Ciao! The clouds kept threatening all weekend but other than a shower on Sunday morning it stayed dry.

Mike, hit "Unread content"! I think the leader board is for all the millennial gamers on here to make them feel loved!

I'm trying to decided between the Kold Kutters and these (https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5053-086/Boot-Traction-Stud-Kit). I like the thread pattern of the MEC ones, but I think the downside is the hole they would create would limit using something else if one wanted to replace a lost stud with say a Kold Kutter... I have used both the Patagonia (aluminum hex screws) and Simms hard bite studs. The Patagonia wear out pretty quickly (not worth the $ money they charge when you can go to Home Depot and buy the exact same thing - thank goodness for prodeals) and the Simms are just too expensive and pretty much last one season of hard use (a lot of similar feedback online)!! LOVED the Lugs that I bought with my gen 1 Korker Guide boots those were awesome!! Thoughts/opinions?

I quit the studs years ago but when I did use them I had a pair of toe rubbers like my Dad used to wear to protect his shoes back in the sixties. Kept the drift boat safe and saved a fly line or two from mortal wounds. Not sure here you would get them anymore.

Ive had this problem also. Solution is a plastic bin full of water with a light disinfecting solution. Boots off toss em in the bin.

You mean they shrink when dry but they're fine again once you get your feet in them and start wading? That happens with my G3s all the time so if they're dry I soak them with water before I leave the house and they're good to go once I get to the river.

Maybe try inserting a shoe form when they are wet so it maintains the size/shape when they dry?

My reply to question 16, when it asked for feedback: The AEP is trending in an extremely troubling direction. This department has been on the decline for a while, and this latest survey is exhibit A. (https://talkaep.alberta.ca/north-central-native-trout-recovery/survey_tools/north-central-native-trout-proposed-angling-closures) I have many objections: 1. I challenge the data and the methodology of determining the FSI's. 2. I demand public hearings and no more online surveys where biologists and department officials will actually ENGAGE with the angling public and listen to their concerns. Give us the numbers and provide evidentiary proof of diminishing populations, and then provide proof of correlation between angling pressure, the ineffectiveness of catch and release, and justify the closures on a cause and effect basis. 3. The AEP needs to be completely over-hauled in terms of its engagement policies with the angling public. They need to adopt a broad strategy of enlisting assistance from anglers while reminding themselves that they serve both the fish AND anglers’ needs. Currently, the Fisheries Round Tables, online surveys, etc., amount to nothing more than tokenism. 4. My strongest objection is the complete abdication of any sense of responsibility this department has in terms of serving what's best for fish. It is my belief that the biologists and officials have pre-determined outcomes and policies they are just going to implement without seriously looking at ALL the factors and variables that go into habitat degradation and diminishing fish populations. Why are anglers being punished for circumstances beyond their control? Why doesn’t the AEP issue directives, studies, policies, protocols, recommendations and reports detailing the incredible challenges facing all fish and fauna in the province with regards to industrial intrusion? Where is the AEP’s policy recommendations on aggressive logging practices, road densification, hanging culverts, improper allowances and setbacks, and habitat fragmentation? Is the AEP claiming that catch and release regulations are an ineffective management tool; and then using that as an excuse to close watersheds? Does the AEP anticipate fish population recovery will happen on the basis of removing anglers from the picture all while ignoring the aforementioned industrial impacts? Has the AEP anticipated the resulting increase in angling pressure during the next season, as more anglers are forced to fish fewer watersheds? My recommendations, instead of using (and the pretending to act upon this ludicrous survey) is to do the following: 1) Before changing any regulations – especially related to reducing angling opportunities and closing watersheds - how about dramatically increasing the enforcement, not only on recreational users, but industry too? Increased enforcement can be partially funded by the fines imposed. I see gross violations of industry frequently when I fish. 2) Identify the TRUE root causes of pressured or diminished fish populations, and then PRIOTIZE the needs to get them addressed. Most of the skepticism and outrage that I have heard from fellow anglers is that angling has been identified as a primary cause. I – and others – highly doubt this. I have fished many watersheds that have been catch and release since the last regulations were over-hauled, and the fishing has improved over the past 20 years. I’d venture to say based on my anecdotal observations that fishing is more impacted by industry, improper trail penetration, and erosion right now along watersheds that are already catch and release. 3) The AEP and other suitable government agencies should put pressure on industry groups to comply with policies outlined by the AB government as it currently reviews BOTH industrial and recreational usage along the Eastern Slopes. Issues related to fish populations recovery are far beyond the scope of just one single variable (angling pressure). 4) The Alberta Government overall should, plainly and simply, get their act together and develop an over-arching plan to ensure that riparian areas, fish and animal habitats, and water quality are going to be preserved for future generations. There is far too much fragmentation, segregations, and a stunning lack of coordination between various gov’t departments. Anglers have become the easy, knee jerk targets for the AEP to take the simplest way out in attempting to manage fish populations. It’s both bad science and bad policy. And the AEP needs a serious look in the mirror: something needs to happen to shake this department out of its bureaucratic entrenchment and self-internalized feedback loop. Otherwise, I fear all we are left with is nowhere left to fish, and no fish left. Please, I encourage you to speak up: John Tchir: John.Tchir@gov.ab.ca And, consider cc'ing the following people: Dave Park: dave.park@gov.ab.ca, Shannon Phliips: AEP.Minister@gov.ab.ca, Premier Notley: edmonton.strathcona@assembly.ab.ca , premier@gov.ab.ca,

Everyone is welcome at Bow River Trouts's Reception and Pub Social following the One Fly Tournament on Saturday. September 30, 23017. Toad 'n' Turtle, 155 - 130 Ave SE Slots still available for the BRT One Fly Tournament. https://bowrivertrout.org/2017/09/19/one-fly-tournament-update/