Re/ Waders and Condensation

[cjc]

Anyone found a set of waders that don't draw in condensation? I'm hearing that some of the breathable fabrics are good but is there anything that's also warm?
cjc

 

[Micheal_R]

While it does not prevent condensation, it does minimize the effects of it by wicking it away from my body. Thus far, this is the only method that I have found that seems to work.

One possibility [that I have not tried] is to insert a couple of the small silica gel packets in your pockets... they may absorb moisture and keep you drier.

Fair winds

Micheal

 

[SERIC]

Please do not laugh! I have greatly reduced the problem of transpiration in the dry suit by putting a rubber tube about 1 meter long inside the suit. The tube comes out of the suit behind the neck near the ear. The tube has a diameter of about half an inch.
Every time I move or I bend the tube expels or draws air from the outside from the inside. In addition, it avoids the forced suction of water from the wrists. It works!

 

[tonyweston]

After hunting I have also had the same problem, I thought that my suit was faulty and was considering sending my crewsaver dry suit in for a refurb and new cuff seals . !! I am sick of getting my jumper sleeves wet and if you lift your arm to signal water then runs down down your arm pit !!
I will try your idea with the tube , I wonder if the tube will also help with the other problem that when hunting in deep water the suit tightens around my legs making hunting a little uncomfortable .?
I had not thought that vacume could be the fault, but confess I had felt a bubbling sometimes , thanks for the tip Tony Weston U.K.

 

[cjc]

Sounds like some good ideas but I'm asking about waders not drysuits. Doesn't Cabela's have anything that solves the condensation problem?
cjc

 

[acasto]

I wear a pair of Hodgman waders I got from Academy. Bib type. Usually wear blue jeans underneath. Although I only go about waist deep, my jeans are fairly dry after 4-5 hours of searching. By fairly dry, I mean not dripping wet, more like slightly damp. They have a soft foot and are perfect for using stingray boots.
By the time I drive home, 30 minutes, I am dry.

Hope this helps.

 

[scoop dog]

try a farmer john wet suite in the waders,warmer too.HH

 

[OldBeechnut]

I use the Hodgeman wadelites boot foot waders, polypropylene thermals , on top of that I use the Rocky thermals, redhead wool hunting socks

http://www.polypropylenethermals.com/

Drysuit...Mustang Survival MSD 900

 

[Barry NY]

i use neoprene waders with a bootfoot.
dry and warm - i just use a pair of fleece bottoms with the straps for the feet so they don't ride up when you step into the wader.

 

[cjc]

n/t

 

[cjc]

Hi Beechnut
Thanks for your reply to my question. I'm curious--do those waders keep the condensation out or do the thermals just keep it away from you? Also I know that you're in Cally--what kind of temperatures?
thanx,
clive

 

[Furious T]

Clive, I hunt on the east coast of Aust., mainly in the cooler months, as I dont live near a beach...so...I use my waders a fair bit. I wear long pants made from polyester , and these do get damp, but they dry out pretty quickly when I get out of the waders...I also keep a spare pair of trackies in the car if the weather is cold. Same thing with shirts. I guess I've just come to accept that while I'm in the waders, I will be damp, but it hasn't been a problem as regards health issues. The worst part about it, is that if I move out of the water and the weather is warm (sun shining etc), then if I dont get out of the waders I feel that I'm beginning to stew (medium to well-done). I dont see any way of stopping the moisture "situation", as the body will perspire when it is all wrapped up, so I approach the "problem" using clothing which still allows the body to breathe, whilst keeping some air inside the waders...multiplie layers of garments could be a solution (eg one light, one heavier). All the best.

 

[OldBeechnut]

--do those waders keep the condensation out or do the thermals just keep it away from you? Also I know that you're in Cally--what kind of temperatures?
thanx,
clive

Mid-Alantic location, Used in Hunting Temps from about 36

 

[ZOFCHAK]

Anyone found a set of waders that don't draw in condensation? I'm hearing that some of the breathable fabrics are good but is there anything that's also warm?
cjc

I wear waders quite frequently and after trying breathables about 10 years ago I will never wear neoprene waders again! They are more comfortable, lighter and don't leave you soaking in your own sweat ! If you are concerned with the cold temps you can easily add fleece pants or even heavier insulation underneath. I wear them year round here in Michigan (Summer detecting, fishing and Winter time fishing and duck hunting).

I highly recommend Cabela's DryPlus series of breathable waders, other than the fact that they are made in China Simms breathables are also highly regarded, but my DryPlus have lasted so long that I have not had the chance to try them yet.

 

[Willee - Texas]

Clive, the 1/2" tube idea might work for you.
One in each leg and out behind your neck to try to get fresh air into the waders.
Punch a 1/4" hole in the tube about every foot or so.
One step further ... fan forced air circulation.
An air conditioned wader.

Stale, humid, air is the problem.

Willee

 

[cjc]

Thanks, Will. Had wanted to find out just where the tube is anchored--but dared not ask...
Seriously, it sounds like a good idea. After five or six hours the condensation may as well be a leak from the amount of water soaking in.
cjc

 

[whippy]

Hey, Clive,

I wear breathable waders when I duck hunt here in Texas as well as when I treasure hunt. It can get really cold but what I've found is that the breathable waders not only keep you dry but they offer fantastic agility. I used to wear neoprenes but got tired of the sweat and tighness. The good thing about these is that you can wear them when it's warm if you're in nasty water or you can bundle up underneath them to stay warm in the cold.

Wearing wickable material is a plus no matter what kind of waders you wear. You will almost always break a sweat no matter where you are or what you're doing. It's just the nature of the beast.

BTW. How tall are you and how much do you weigh? You can reply in private message.

Coolwhips
Dallas, TX