Fishing waders and thigh boots

Getting into the water

Many techniques require you to get into the water: trout fishing in rivers, bass fishing by the sea, launching a boat or retrieving a fish. Chest waders, which are boots that rise up to the thighs and attach at the waist, allow you to walk in shallow water while keeping dry. To go deeper, you switch to waders, which come up to the chest.

Other clothing

Fishing clothing can also be varied:

• Tops.
• Waterproofs.
• Accessories.

All the clothing can be found on the clothing page.

Rubber or neoprene

Rubber chest waders, like the Le Chameau Delta and Deltanord, from the French brand known for its handcrafted boots, are sturdy, easy to rinse, and resistant to snags. Neoprene chest waders, like the Ragot four millimetres thick, insulate from the cold like a diving suit: they're suitable for cold waters and winter fishing. The sole matters: textured for mud and banks, it needs to grip on slippery stones. You should never venture into a strong current or water whose depth is unknown.

Trousers and shorts

At the water's edge, a technical trouser, like the Avid Technical, which is durable and water-repellent, can withstand hours of sitting, with knees resting on damp grass and the rubbing of the banks. Its pockets can hold pliers and small gear. In summer, shorts like the Nash Make It Happen and Matrix Black Edition, made from lightweight fleece, provide comfort during long sunny days. Dark and khaki colours remain discreet in front of the fish. Rinse your chest waders in clean water after each outing, especially at sea, and let them dry inside out, in the shade.

Good deals

Good bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year occur in a steady order: Black Friday in late autumn, the year-end festivities, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Chest waders or waders: which to choose for river fishing?

Chest waders go up to the thighs and are sufficient for crossing a shallow section or fishing in shallow water. As soon as you want to go in up to your waist, you switch to waders that rise to the chest.

Rubber waders or neoprene, what's the difference?

Rubber, like that of the Le Chameau Delta and Deltanord, is sturdy and easy to rinse for walking and fishing at sea. Neoprene, like the Ragot four millimetres thick, insulates from the cold and fits snugly to the leg for long winter fishing sessions.

How to choose the size of your waders?

Generally, you take your usual shoe size, checking that there's enough room for a thick sock in winter. The wader should also rise high enough to attach to the waist without pulling at every step.

How to maintain waders after a sea outing?

Rinse them with fresh water to remove salt and sand, then dry them inside out, away from a direct heat source that would harden the material. Store them hanging, without folding.

What trousers to wear for carp fishing?

A technical trouser like the Avid Technical, which is durable and water-repellent, can withstand long sessions with knees in the damp grass. In summer, Nash and Matrix shorts allow for breathability while keeping pockets for small gear.