Subject
Great if they didn't leak
By: Disappointed from Arkansas
Submitted: 1/3/2013
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
Leaked on the 4th hunt, very light usage.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
Great features, super light weight, fit good, very comfortable
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
Comparably priced to similar products.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Mississippi
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
These would be the best waders on the market hands down if they didn't leak.
Subject
All season breathable waders
By: Kole L. from Eagle, ID
Submitted: 12/17/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
The quality with these waders is great.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
I like the features of these waders. They fit my needs.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
I think these waders are worth the money but it is on the expensive side.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Pacific Flyway
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
I will never go back to neoprene waders after I bought these. I had these waders for over half the season and they tore in the inseam. Macks is great with their customer service and I had a new pair shipped very soon. The ability to move around in these is so much nicer than thick neoprene. I was sceptical of how warm these waders would be and they are a lot better than I thought. Overall I am very happy with these waders.
Subject
Public refuge hunter
By: Tom Herrington from Huntington Beach, CA USA
Submitted: 12/10/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
Above average
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
Strap buckle on shooting shoulder is in the way.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
Good because they last longer than neoprene.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Pacific
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
Warm or cold you only need one pair of waders.
Subject
Jury is Out
By: Swampthing from Sumner, MO
Submitted: 12/4/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
So far, OK. The breathable material is very light, but it's durability is questionable, particularly where it attaches to the rubber boots. I only wore them a few days and the seams around the rubber boots seemed damp. Not sure if they are leaking there or not.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
The waders do breathe. Fairly well. You do not feel that overall dampness associated with Neoprene waders.
My previous waders had 1,200 grams insulation in the boots and my feet never got cold. These have 1,000. You wouldn't think you'd miss the extra 200, but on cold days you do.
The Buck Brush camo pattern is excellent. I ordered Killer Weed at first and Killer Weed is ridiculously bright yellow on this material.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
At $200, the waders are not cheap, but truly breatheable, durable & warm waders are well worth it. Not sure these fit the bill. Jury is still out.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Mississippi
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
Breathable waders are great in concept, but traditionally there has been a trade-off in durability. I think that's what you get with these waders.
Subject
Great Features
By: RMG from Ohio
Submitted: 10/26/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
So far, quality has been very good.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
I really like the quality of the suspenders when compared to similar waders from other manufacturers. Lots of pockets, which is great. I also really like the integrated wader belt, which makes me far more likely to remember to use it.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
Good value for the money.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Eastern and Mississippi
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
So far very pleased!
Subject
Overall great boot
By: -B from unkownlocation5205
Submitted: 9/21/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
These are very comfortable pair of waders. Every once in a while the boot will rub on my leg. But there insulation is very nice, and enables you to where the waders all season, even when its cold. They have a lot of pockets, and the inside pocket is perfect for a camera.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
The worst part of this boot, and from what I understand it's happened before. The boots started leaking on me at the end of last season. Right where the fabric meets the rubber. I got two seasons out of them, but was hoping for more. I used some adhesive, and went all the way around the boot. So far it's worked, but we'll see what happens when they are breaking ice.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Pacific
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
Overall, these waders are the best set I've ever owned. With the exception of the boot leaking, they are very tough waders, especially for breathable waders. The difference between these waders and neoprene in comfort is remarkable. As long as you wear wader pants, or long johns when its really cold, you'll be fine. No sweating when you're walking, and your feet stay warm. These are great waders.
Subject
Dont Purchase
By: William G from Middleton WI
Submitted: 9/14/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
poor
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
light weight breathable comfortable
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
no
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Saskatchewan
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
Purchased these waders
I hunt 1 week a year, so I am not very hard on the waders
started leaking around the seams the 2nd year I wore them
Company doesnt stand by product
They are essentially disposable waders will get only one year of use out of them
Subject
Great "Idea"
By: Wesley B. from Mobile, AL, USA
Submitted: 9/11/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
The quality is OK. My pair separated in the crouch area and the boots were snug around the calf and rubbed a blister but got better over time.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
I liked all the features would not change them at all.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
It is a reasonable cost for breathables.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Mississippi
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
I purchased my waders first of last season and wore them till about two weeks before the season ended and the seam in between the thighs begin to pull from the stitching, i assume from walking. I returned them to Macks and they were happy to give me a refund. I'm considering them again for this season due to the material resistance to brush, all the pockets it had,and shell holders. Hopefully I got a "lemon."
Subject
Breathable waders
By: Tate Brooks from Idaho Falls, Idaho 83406
Submitted: 7/29/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
Quality is OK
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
Too short in the crotch.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
yes
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Pacific
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
Overall this is a good product, but would pay more if a few things were improved, like a tall size added, and a little better reinforcement in the side area of the knees and down around the boots
Subject
Great features, but lacks durability
By: Chris from Austin, TX
Submitted: 7/23/2012
Quality
How is the quality? Does it have every feature you need?
The durability of these waders is not what you would expect from a $200 pair of waders. I'm not a guide or pro staffer, but I do hunt 2 or 3 days a week so my equipment gets a fair amount of abuse. I've gone through 2 pairs of these waders in 2 years and had to return them at the end of both seasons because of leaks that were unrepairable in the material. In high movement areas like the knees, seat, and just above the boots the breathable material seems to wear out and allow water to leak through. Thankfully Macks gave me a refund after sending the second pair back.
Features
What do you like or dislike about the features?
The features on these waders are great. The boots are extremely warm. I've hunted in 19 degree weather while standing in shin deep water and my feet were never cold even though my waders froze. The chest pocket and hand warmer works great, and I love the integrated shell holder. However those things become a moot point if the breathable material wears out after a year and doesn't keep you dry.
Cost
Do you think this item is a good value?
If the breathable material wouldn't wear out after a year of use they would be a great buy. But for $200 I would expect these waders to last at least 3 or 4 years. My $85 Mad Dog 3.5mm neo's have lasted longer than these.
Flyway
Which flyway do you hunt in?
Central Flyway, mostly south Texas (where breathables are a must), Oklahoma and Kansas
Overall
Please give your general opinion of this product.
If the material was more durable or the waders were reinforced so the high movement areas would not wear out after a year of moderate use they would be a great buy. All the other features are great, but if the waders can't perform their basic function of keeping you dry then they're useless.