Simms G3 Guide Waders Review: After 60+ Trips, What Is the Difference New and Old?

[@CookingandFishing]

I don't wear waders, not in the market for waders, but I appreciate an actual review where the reviewer put the product through its paces - so many reviews on fishing gear are just glorified unboxings. Bravo!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Thanks for the comment. Yeah, I get frustrated when trying to find info on a product just to be an ASMR type video 😂. I knew waiting to make this review would result in less views but, I would rather put out a complete review that helps the viewers versus blasting out content at the release just for clicks.

[@CookingandFishing]

@@HobieWanKenobi Exactly. It'll be 2024 before I put out a review of the 22 Stella lol...but we have standards to uphold :)

[@HobieWanKenobi]

😂 I suppose so. That's quite a gap for a review for the Stella. Maybe some updates here and there before the new one comes out 😂

[@samuelmitchell6620]

Excellent in-depth review

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Glad you liked it! It's a decision that will last for years.

[@arnemueller2112]

I use two pair of waders….for stream fishing a chest wader (stocking foot, breathable, Vision Koski) and for my float tube a hip wader (stocking foot, breathable, Kinetic). I made the experience that all breathable waders will fail over time so I avoid investing too much.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I could probably get away with wading pants instead of chest waders most time. I usually fish more shallow waters. I know people who have used the same pair of waders for over 7 years with heavy use. If these waders can survive the abuse I put the previous version through, I will be happy.

[@ashfield001]

Excellent review. Thank you. 👌🏻

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I haven't seen any videos comparing the different versions so, I decided it could be beneficial.

[@MrLarrypad]

This is the first video I have seen that actually explains real world experience with these waders. I been thinking about upgrading my waders. Do you feel the new ones are worth the upgrade?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

If you have the previous model and they are in good shape, I would hold off on upgrading. There is a noticeable difference between the two but, not enough to upgrade unless the more relaxed fit is something you are looking for.

[@mariososa847]

Thanks for this great review. I am looking to replace my Simms tributary waders with something a bit more rugged. I am also thinking about upgrading my rod, so I have a limited pool of funds to spend from. Do you think it's worth getting the G3s and a middle of the road rod ($5-600) or get the Simms Freestones and use the extra funds on a fancier rod? I'm only fishing about 30+ days a year, so not sure if it's worth getting gortex waders.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

The Goretex makes a noticable difference with breathability. The lower material is also more durable in the G3 than the Tributary. Depending on your needs, seems like your middle of the rod is quite a bit higher budget than most 😂. The laws of diminishing returns would definitely impact the rod choice more than the waders in this situation.

[@mariososa847]

@@HobieWanKenobi yeah, that makes sense. I’m going to take your advice on that. guess I should have specified it’s a fly rod and am hoping to get a US made one. $500 is basically the basement for a US made rod. Good thing they come with a lifetime warranty for that much. 😬

[@iainkir]

Simms Europe Customer Service is the worst I have even been unforunate to experience, they make you feel like a criminal when you question the build quality of their products even though the item in question (G4 Guide wading jacket) was faulty! I will never buy another Simms Product because of this treatment.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Sorry to hear that. I have had and heard great things from the USA customer service. Maybe Simms hires a third party for overseas customer service? I am not sure if they do. They still shouldn't be rude.

[@jasonsfishingagain312]

​@HobieWanKenobi somebody shit in this guy's cornflakes and he's been bombarding every video on Simms waders with this same copy and paste horse pucky.