FROGG TOGGSHellbender Breathable Waterproof Stockingfoot Fishing Chest Wader for Fishing

My starting premise is Rule Number One: All stocking foot waders will eventually leak. Even if it is just a "small" leak (at first) a cold water wader leak is still a problem that is only going to get worse. Much worse. The only question is "When?" At one time in the not-too-distant past replacing the neo booties in a stocking foot wader was relatively straight-forward and cheaper than purchasing a new pair of waders. Not any longer (at least here in the Northwest). So began my hunt for a pair of new waders....and this online review of my new Hellbender waders. Spoiler alert: The waders are very well made and definitely worth the price!I just test-fished my first pair of Hellbenders on a local stream (checking for leaks, natch) and I can honestly report they are a great find--at least for my size. I'm 5-10" and about 155 pounds (size 10 shoes) and the stocking foot booties were the best-ever fit for me. Very comfy, well-designed and the easiest pair of waders I have ever taken off at the end of the test fishing. No struggling to get the booties off my feet, no leaks and no problems; what more can you ask of waders? Bonus points for the waterproof chest and hand-warmer pockets, plus an inside-chest zipper pocket for a cell phone. (Not sure if the zippered, clear plastic inside pocket is completely waterproof but is is well-placed and easily-accessed. It's a perfect location to carry a cell and have it conveniently accessible. )Before taking a chance on these Hellbenders I seriously thought of purchasing waders costing $300 or more--just for the peace of mind when it came to warranties and repairing/replacing neo booties. I reminded myself of Rule Number One, did some back-of-the-napkin calculating and figured that even if these Hellbenders lasted only one fishing season it was/is cheaper to buy a new pair and replace them each year than it was/is to pay for repair/shipping costs. Some of the online reviews I read noted that the Hellbenders belt/shoulder straps did not have a quick-connect feature. My pair has a unique/different quick-connect feature, so I'm not sure if I have a new, improved model or those reviewers didn't know how to use the different style quick-connect that comes on the Hellbenders. Who knows? For me this product is very reasonably priced, well-made, comfy and has everything I want in a pair of new waders. I am hoping that in two years I can also report that these waders are also the most durable pair I have every purchased!

I bought these as a backup pair of waders because my Simms Tributary waders developed a leak in a seam and had to send them in for repair. I have been out fishing with these about 10 times now and have been impressed. They seem well made (no leaks so far) and the material is nice and lightweight. Not quite as lightweight as my Simms pair, but still good and light. My only minor gripe is it doesn't have a spot to put like a foam patch to stick flies in, but not really a big deal. The strap and belt connectors feel a bit cheap, but they work just fine. Overall, I have been pleasantly surprised, and they seem like a great value for the price.

i got a medium, they are great! actually better then expected! BBBUUUUTTT its not exactly what advertised... they dont have buckles.... also if you wear anything bigger then a 10 probably think about the next size up. but these fit great

These Fly Fishing Wader's are true to size. Bought these for my husband who is heading to Montana to fly fish with relatives. The pockets are amazing for him to zip up and store fishing items and phone to not get wet. Great price! He love's them.

I bought these in October of ‘22. I used them on a fly fishing trip to Colorado. They worked great. I stored them in a closet inside my home until I used them again on a trip to Alaska in Sept ‘23. My trip was terrible because these waders leaked like no waders I have ever had. I’m not talking about a pinhole leak. Both legs were completely full of water. I have tried emailing customer service with no response. I realize that by the time I tried to contact Frogg Toggs, the waders were no longer within the one year warranty period. But to not even reply is pretty poor customer service. I would not buy their products again. If they contact me I will update this review.Update:I finally got a hold of customer service. They offered to pay for shipping so that I could send them the waders and get them repaired for a fee. I ended up repairing them myself just because I found the leaks pretty easily.

These have been on my radar for a while, and have used them in a multitude of streams. Although not an expensive or ultra advanced set of waders, they do what they’re supposed to do. First time I used them, I was in the Rocky Mountains going after trout. Tons of boulders sat, leaned over, and climbed over, I was sure they were going to tear at some point. To my surprise, they held up and I stayed dry! Since then, I use them in a local tail water with washouts and underbrush. Still super comfortable and very breathable.Very impressed with this set! Just wish the pockets were waterproof, but nothing that a plastic bag won’t fix to keep my phone and car key dry. The hand warmer pocket is a pass through that is micro fleece lined and WARM. I keep my left hand in it while casting and drifting so I still have some dexterity in case I need to change a fly, or strip in a trout.All in all, I would highly recommend this set to anyone looking for a good first set, or a relatively inexpensive backup.