Under wader pants

Kuiu Reed Pant. Similar to the eddie bauer pants noted above, but they breathe better and have zippered vents that are hugely helpful if you're planning on moving around. Not inexpensive though.
 
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Salmo_g said:
Some posters mentioned foot loops to keep pants from riding up when pulling on waders. In the winter I wear two pairs of heavy merino wool socks. I fold the pant leg around my ankle and then pull the second pair of socks up over the pant leg. No riding up when getting into my waders.
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This is the way.

I do the same wearing one pair of socks.

Foot loops?🤣
 
I use Cabela's wool pants. they have belt loops. I once took a dunk in winter, took the pants off and wrung them out.
I was able to keep fishing and not have to call the day. It took a short time to warm enough but was still good to go.
 
Foot loops are great. Wife bought me a pair of the Orvis under wader pants years ago. Still use them in cold weather. I probably would never have bought them but I’m glad she did (Xmas gift). And yes I have 3 capilene base layer 1 (lightweight) patagucci with the built in thumb loops and a pair of capilene long johns. I wear the 32° at times and it gets the job done just as well. Besides I think Patagonia changed their material or something with the capilene 1 base layer. My newer shirt feels a bit different (stiff and not as soft) compared to the older two, which I like better. They are now $75.00 a pop. I need to check out Duluth next time I buy some clothing for fishing and of course check Costco. 😆
 
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Mmderate cold = winter fleece bike tights, very comfortable with no bagging.
Early winter = Cabelas heavy duty fleece with long ankle cuffs and waist cinches on each side.
Mid winter = bike tights under fleece and electric hand warmers in each pocket.
Have yet to summon the courage to place a hand warmer under my tights, but rumor has it being quite the schizzle.
 
I’m on my third or fourth pair of Sporthill XC fleece pants. I haven’t found anything I like better. They make several other styles as well. Worth a look at their website.
 
I wear Orvis HD wader pants in cold water. Fleece lining, foot stirrups, belt loops and pockets. If had a cargo pocket would be perfect.

Using your socks to holds the pant legs in place works excellently. From a comfort standpoint I found folding the pant leg around to the outside of my ankle before pulling up the sock to be more comfortable than the inside. The fold does create some bulk and I just found on the inside of my ankle to be uncomfortable.

Also can use Velcro pant cuffs like waterfowl hunters use. They’re great. Mine are from Drake waterfowl.

If wearing waders in the summer I wear Duluth Flexpedition pants. Slightly peached on the inside so a bit of warmth if in cooler water
 
Thanks everyone - a lot of great suggestions!

I hiked into a lake today (I don't have a thermometer so I don't know what the water temp was) and decided to wear my 32 Degrees thick long johns under my Costco fleece lined blue jeans. My legs and feet didn't get cold but my hands did.

Thanks again y'all!
 
Zak said:
Those 4-packs of merino wool socks are great. I have lots.
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That reminds me, I also use 15-20mmHg graduated compression over the calf to ankle sleeves under Costco merino socks. The light compression helps encourage blood flow down to the feet, which helps to prevent cold toes. I know the increased support also prevents shin splints when hiking (downhill) and the increased circulation seems to reduce (post trip) leg cramps.

I have noticed some swelling just below the ankle with the sleeves though so I just purchased merino and alpaca knee high compression socks that provides better circulation in the feet along with the leg so there is no swelling at all. They are not cheap.
 
Brother in law's cousin Ted said he typically shits his pants on a weekly basis, so he orders several new "liner pants" at a time. Buys in bulk. Always goes with the cheap options on Amazon cause hes going thru em so quick.
 
iggie said:
I use Cabela's wool pants. they have belt loops. I once took a dunk in winter, took the pants off and wrung them out.
I was able to keep fishing and not have to call the day. It took a short time to warm enough but was still good to go.
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I wear heavyweight Codet wool pants under my waders and find them much warmer than any fleece I've ever used. I use them with or without merino wool long johns depending on the temperature.
 
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Buzzy said:
Oh, BS Steve. What were you doing yesterday (although no gloves on the fish release??). :cool:
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It was 55 degrees and sunny, but the water temp was 44, loving the pram this time of year, my legs and feet were just fine. 😆
 
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