Wiggys waders

[bctrailblazer]

Hi folks,

Wondering who has experience with Wiggys waders? How have they held up for you, and how much abuse can they take?

Cheers

[Islandeer]

Some great reviews at Gear lab and other sites.

[digger dogger]

I have them, they were waterproof for 6-8 hunts sheep/moose/caribou, with lots of crossings.
When I do go up north I still bring them, they leak a bit and good for quick crossings.
I’d likely buy them again if mine had a unfixable hole.

[bctrailblazer]

Interesting, I think the concept is great. I'm genuinely curious, do folks on here think there's room for improvement/be interested in an updated version? I know these came out a long time ago and technical fabrics have come a long ways since then. I'm picturing a better fit and tougher, to withstand abrasion and punctures from sharp rocks and sticks. Something truly durable and light/compact enough for backpack hunting would be really handy in my books. I'm surprised none of the big players in hunting/backpacking/fishing gear have come out with anything to compete with wiggys on these.

[bctrailblazer]

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[Islandeer]

They aren’t high enough, hidden hold in a river will be too deep.

[BCbillies]

Interesting, I think the concept is great. I'm genuinely curious, do folks on here think there's room for improvement/be interested in an updated version? I know these came out a long time ago and technical fabrics have come a long ways since then. I'm picturing a better fit and tougher, to withstand abrasion and punctures from sharp rocks and sticks. Something truly durable and light/compact enough for backpack hunting would be really handy in my books. I'm surprised none of the big players in hunting/backpacking/fishing gear have come out with anything to compete with wiggys on these.

They are handy and light! I’ve mentioned to a few folks in that line of business that they should make some improvements and sell them in Canada. Still waiting . . .

[Husky7mm]

They are very handy to pack if you have some crossings. Much easier to keep your feet planted and fight the current with your boots on. Mine leaked after a few years. They are not bomb proof. I would buy another pair if I still had the need. No other options iirc.

[high horse Hal]

There's no competitive product for the Wiggys because they fit a small niche purpose, being small and compact to pull on over mountain boots for occasional wet crossings
Another specialty item is the neoprene hip waders with a boot foot, better for longer wear and deeper water but not a good boot for extended rocky ground
Neos make some good over-boots but again a special niche

imho