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Wading pants for your river fishing trips

Wading pants are suited to shallow stretches and trips that alternate between walking along the banks and fishing in the water. Their waist-high cut leaves the upper body unrestricted, making them a practical choice for summer fishing and frequent moves along the river.

Breathable models with booties

Waterproof, breathable fabrics keep water out while allowing perspiration vapor to escape. Neoprene booties are worn with suitable wading boots. Depending on the model, integrated gravel guards help keep gravel out of the boots.

Top wading pants brands

Simms: Toray QuadraLam and GORE-TEX Pro

Simms wading pants combine technical fabrics with cuts designed for mobility. The Freestone uses four-layer Toray QuadraLam, while the G3 Guide features GORE-TEX Pro construction. These waterproof, breathable options meet the needs of anglers who spend time in the water.

Patagonia: the H2No performance standard

With the Swiftcurrent Wading Pants, Patagonia offers a four-layer construction that meets its H2No standard for waterproofness, breathability, and durability. A gusseted crotch and articulated legs make it easier to move while walking and navigating obstacles.

Redington: a functional design for shallow water

Redington Escape Pants combine four-layer waterproof, breathable fabric with ergonomic neoprene booties. An adjustable belt and integrated gravel guards round out a design suited to summer fishing and shallow stretches of water.

Devaux: breathable HUMMIX fabric

Devaux offers the ZIP 400, featuring breathable HUMMIX fabric and a waterproof zipper. Reinforced seams and neoprene booties complete a design that combines protection and comfort on fishing trips.

How to choose your wading pants

Check the fit and measurements

Compare your waist, inseam, and shoe size with the model’s size guide. Allow enough room to walk and squat without straining the seams.

Choose a design suited to your fishing trips

Consider how often you fish and the abrasion you encounter on your routes. Compare fabrics, reinforcements, and seam placement, then check the waist adjustments and access to the pockets.

Plan for the layers you’ll wear underneath

Choose your base layers according to the water temperature and season. Breathable construction helps manage moisture but does not replace appropriate insulation.

Browse our selection of wading pants or ask the Ardent Fly Fishing team for help choosing your model.