WHAT I Think of the ORVIS PRO WADERS After 5 Months of Use!!

I have had a lot of people asking me how my Orvis Pro Waders are holding up since I got them back in May. Well, here's a Friday Filler telling you my honest option...
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Rods:
Helios 3 5F -
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Helios 3 6D -
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Loop Opti Stream 5 weight - bit.ly/2kgiZus
Loop Q 5 and 6 Weight - bit.ly/2kgiZus
Reels:
Orvis Mirage - bit.ly/2sfgb4n
Orvis Clearwater - bit.ly/2zQpGuR
Orvis Hydros - bit.ly/36MnnVT
Loop Opti Dry Fly - bit.ly/2kgiZus
Loop Evotec - bit.ly/2kgiZus
Nautilus XM - bit.ly/2lRMS4v
Line:
Scientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Floating line 5 and 6 Weight
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Mastery SBT Line - bit.ly/37EGOiq
Howler Bros Clothing:
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Howler Bros NZ - bit.ly/2FFsIF2
Lanyard/Rod Holder:
Golden Trout Lanyards - bit.ly/2mebncz
Sunglasses:
Flying Fisherman Sunglasses - bit.ly/2kFka6R
Waders:
ORVIS PRO - bit.ly/3fIqRga
Boots:
Kilwell Sports - Orvis Pro - bit.ly/2kvKWi6
Orvis US - bit.ly/3a166Ih
Backpack:
Fishpond - bit.ly/2kgj6WU
Hip Pack:
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Fly Boxes:
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Flies:
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Category 3 Flies - bit.ly/2kFkzWV
Rig Holder/Trash Fish/Rod Holder/Rod Rack:
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Aeropress Coffee Maker:
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Boat Shoes:
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Thermal Layers:
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Minne Kota Terrova:
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SLEEPING BAG:
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SLEEPING MAT:
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[@sampletext6418]

Good to hear from a reliable source that they’re solid waders. Got mine 1/2 off regular price and been using them for a bit, love them so far.

[@CrazyAboutFlyFishing]

Looks like great waders. It's just that price tag that keeps me from getting gear like that. They would have to last a very long time for it to be worthwhile for me. I have used a wide range of budget ones over time and they all eventually leak but have held up reasonably well. I find that this new UV aquaseal/stormsure stuff is a quick and easy fix. No more waiting 24hrs for it to dry. Just do a torch light inspection in a dark spot and you can fix most leaks pretty quick. The patches add character 😂

[@TrippinOnTrout]

I hear you on the price tag bro. It’s a lot of money for sure

[@timbillings6884]

@@TrippinOnTrout I could buy 20 cheap knockoffs! 😂

[@NicholasCollie]

I have a pair, love them so far. People were saying to get the taller version because it can be hard to bend over with how the waders are built to be athletic. so I got the taller version even though I'm not particularly long legged. No problem bending down and no excess bagginess!

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Yep, love mine so far as well!!

[@gregkosinski2303]

Dass what I did too. I’m medium height but tried both styles and the tall worked much better

[@JulienSarton]

Bought the same waders 4 months ago, and they are greaaaaat! Fits well, the material is really tough and seems really durable, socks fit well, the whole waders looks mint...love them!!!

[@casualobserver3145]

I just bought these as my first waders. For years I wore only an old pair of running shoes and swim trunks. Then I upgraded to Keen sandals and lightweight, quick drying hiking shorts. Now that I’m old I crave comfort and quality over Spartanism. I’m off to Arkansas next month then Colorado in July so these new waders will definitely see some use.

[@chasingfeathersflyfishing]

I just purchased a set of the Pro waders a couple of weeks ago. So far they are great waders. But, you are always worried about how long they will last. Seeing the torture you put your through tells me I made the right choice.

[@timbillings6884]

I have a pair of guide pants waders still good after 20 years!!! Orvis ones!!! 👍👍

[@burls76]

Thanks Alex, been on the fence with these...think i'm gonna pick up a pair. If they've lasted you that long I should be good for a year or two lol.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

I think you’ll be happy with them dude

[@cainolson3350]

Tuck your hook under your last set of boot laces then hook them. They will not come undone. Thanks for the great content.

[@melstar9134]

thanks for this - good tip

[@oak8728]

I too own a pair of the Pro waders, and I concur the wader is extremely tough. BUT, I had to send them back to Orvis for a leaking bootie and it’s been 6 weeks! The warranty is horribly slow, and for that reason I won’t be purchasing another pair. The neoprene sock is extremely weak and thin compared to the strength of the outer.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

That sucks man, nothing more frustrating than something like that taking so long!!

[@oak8728]

So I hope someone sees this update if they’re interested. After calling Orvis they explained the situation in their wader repair dept. some slow downs were from the states regulations on covid and some being there goal to keep their employees safe. They sent me a replacement pair next day. I hope they are back up to speed as we settle into post vaccine.

[@alleghenyadventures8561]

Post COVID. Mine got a leak in the booties also. They would not replace or repair the booties. But they offered me a discount on another pair. Hopefully I find a place that will repair my original for a backup.

[@oak8728]

@@alleghenyadventures8561 I had my second pair go out in the bootie as well. It’s a weak point on the wader, and for the price doesn’t seem acceptable. Instead of hassling with the warranty again I fixed them myself with SeamGrip WP, highly suggest it, it’s a little stronger than Aquaseal for bootie repair. No problem with the bootie for the last couple months now.

[@nziniz25]

Great to hear an honest review on the waders 😉 I have the Orvis Pro boots and have to say they are comfortable. I been looking to replace my very old "20yrs" but not fished in very much since I quit guiding In NZ Simms waders I'll be looking at the Orvis Pro or the Orvis ultralight 🤔

[@TrippinOnTrout]

They are def worth a look bro..

[@erikkarlsson5727]

Best waders I ever owned. Very very durable against rocks, thornbushes, hooks etc.

[@marklamude2355]

been waiting for this one.

[@dazaessox]

got a pair of old ocean waders only had em 30 years now still going strong

[@ksl4380]

Fantastic! Thank you! I will be saving my coins for a pair. 😀

[@haydenstewart1659]

Good to see they are holding up after the hiding you give them. I'm interested to know how the boots are going

[@TrippinOnTrout]

I’ll do a vid soon

[@shadowhunter782]

Talking about waders, i noticed you and Gareth wear your waders on long hikes before you get to fishable water rather than pack them in. Is that because of the amount of gear you are already packing that it is just easier to wear? I would think it would be uncomfotable or too hot for long hike ins, unless you are doing a lot of stream crossings.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Yeah basically it’s just easier to wear them in and out, less to carry and as soon as it gets warmer we wet wade so it’s not too bad

[@12inchpickle20]

Try looking up finntrail waders got a pair and love them. They are way better price tag then Simms and orvis. Thanks from USA :-)

[@barrymottershead4258]

For your next pair hit up a dude in Scotland called Diver Dave, he is a legend and seam seals individually on all waders that come through his shop. He just sold me a pair of factory warranty waders that he seam sealed, tested and warrantied for a hugely discounted price.

[@mikeinsull7108]

Good video.... been thinking about these for awhile. Cheers Alex

[@stephenbarlow685]

Hi its a great run on your wadders I use simms and have found them great so far however I only fish a solid 6 months a year on the tonga and am careful as I have to pay for mine and I guess yours are sponsored mine are in the $1000 plus range as well.so mid range product .Cheers Steve

[@bobcolorado3491]

I just bought (04/25/2021) a pair of the Orvis Pros for $528.00. The size selection is far superior to Simms waders plus Orvis had the size I needed in stock, Simms was as usual "out of stock".

[@slegrey]

your 100% spot on thats why I went with orvis.

[@markv7580]

Thanks Alex. Do you wear an extra neoprene liner sock to protect the wader sock? Surprised the socks have lasted that long if not. Can you do the same update for the Orvis Pro Boots from a year ago as well please? - what size did you order relative to normal shoe size, how is the width fit, do you have to add a size if using neoprene sock liner, have the soles fallen off yet (as some users have experienced) etc. Thanks.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

No mate, I just run the waders as they are. I’ll do a boot review too for sure🤙

[@rowanclifton1454]

100% appreciate the videos you take the time to make. Must dominate your time. I'm running simms headwater waders. Love them and hope I get a few seasons in them as I do alot of wet wading and I'm not in them every day.... sadly.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Cheer’s man, it’s pretty much all I do!! Those headwaters are great waders🔥

[@hernandiegoguerraortiz177]

Thanks for the info

[@jarrettlandreth285]

Good to know!

[@paulnolan3041]

Fantastic advice . Just joined

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Awesome Mate. Welcome to the team!!

[@lachlanwooden1025]

Hi - thanks for all the vids - very entertaining How’s the pro waders holding up now? Thanks !!

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Granted I haven’t been wearing them the last couple of month but they are still holding up

[@jimlyons4411]

I guess I am the exception here. I got a pr last fall and didn't put them to use until this spring. Thanks to Covid and travel restrictions my fishing was limited - maybe 80 hrs on stream; not a lot all things considered. Well, I have been getting soaking wet in these things for the last month and a half. I've just put up with it and will be returning mine next weekend when I am up in Manchester. I put a flashlight inside and ran the light along the seams and sure enough there was enough light coming through to have a new solar system. The seams just plain failed on both legs. And no, I am not really putting these through rugged use. I'm not going through thorn bushes, sliding down rocky banks or anything of the sort. They just plain failed. Disappointing would be a mild word.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

That does suck to hear. I hope you get some Good follow up service and they sort you a new pair. A pair of waders that price should take a beating and keep on going..

[@jasonaston9773]

I'm going to save for mine need a solid pair of waders gone through quite a few and never last long, my last pair of greys the misses drove of whit the roof box open and she lost them in transit 🤐 so I need to treat myself, fair play for the info Alex 👊🏻 are boots separate?

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Lol, that’s real funny! Yeah the boots are seperate mate.

[@lawrencemacd63]

You might have made me change my mind 🐟🎣

[@struck2soon]

Interesting. How did those Orvis boots work out? You were initially very impressed with them.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

I’ll do a vid soon

[@struck2soon]

Great, I am in the market for some new boots, I usually get Simms but will await your verdict with interest.

[@89rexxin]

Any update on how these are holding up? I bought the Clearwaters and almost a year on the mark, the sock is leaking. Wondering if these are any better. I fish about once a week and thought I would have gotten longer out of the sock, for sure.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Watch the Friday Filler tomorrow bro. Can you maybe aqua seal the hole (if it’s not the seam)?

[@89rexxin]

I will watch for sure! Unfortunately it is the seam but I may still try and repair it. Watching your videos makes me want to hire you as a guide and fly my ass over there. Great content.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

@@89rexxin oh that’s a bummer, seams are a bit more tricky. I never got more than a couple months out of the cheaper waders I bought over the years.

[@paulobainz1210]

Yes, I had the same problem, Aquasealed heavily, to no avail. It’s either the seams or material, don’t know which. Same problem with top end silver sonics I bought before the Clearwaters. Maybe these are better but I didn’t chance it this time, I went with another brand.

[@ryanmcneil5728]

I still have the Orvis brown waders from 2009 and use them still and they don’t lack, quality product.

[@jamesrussell5135]

Stillwater videos!! Would love to see loopy out cruzin around

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Soon bro...soon👊

[@superflyboi1]

Updates on the status of your waders?

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Still hanging in there after a year....done better than any other wader I’ve had yet

[@superflyboi1]

What other waders have you had? I'm looking at simms, dryft, and Patagonia too

[@marklamude2355]

Thanks dood, so you are basically Orvis's field tester even if they dont realise it lol Bad Bush ..............Thats what she said, yup i did it.

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Ohhhhh SN-AP....you did do it😆 I’ll happily field test anything if they wanna give it me for free!!

[@walterhedegaard3491]

Currently $550 dollars here in America

[@JeffPopham357]

What model is your net from Rising

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Lunker loop, brookie handle and Lunker bag XL

[@lofadem]

In my opinion simms are just too overrated , and more expensive, I really love my orvis , 4 years since I bought them and still no leaks yet.

[@kvee5257]

Ive been wearing the same 100 Dola dickies pants fishing for the last 8 years. Waders are a waste of time. Just get wet

[@TrippinOnTrout]

Not an option in the winter bro

[@kvee5257]

@@TrippinOnTrout have to disagree bro, I'm about same age as u been fishing hard all my life. Fish exactly the same rivers u do all year and never wear waders. Taupo rivers get a bit cold in winter but it's not that bad. Better than spending heaps to keep dry haha