Apr 09 2008
Keeping Your Feet Dry
Yesterday I was abruptly reminded of a very real problem that many fishermen face this time of year.
I was unpacking some fishing gear with a friend. When we examined his waders, we found a number of holes in the legs, as well as dry-rot cracks were they had been creased. Furthermore, we found about six cups of birdseed in one of the boots.
There are many aerating systems that can be purchased to better store waders, but it is important to remember that there are inexpensive ways to keep them safely stored during the off season.
What it is important to remember, is that when rubber or neoprene waders are stored, they should be stored not only completely dry, but also with out being folded.
I have found that the best way to store them is to hanging upside down by the boots. Many people I know will put drier sheets inside the boots prior to storage to insure that no foreign rodents or insect inhabit them.
Furthermore, it is suggested to store waders in a dark area due to the fact that sunlight will wear away the material of the waders, and will cause them to dry out, resulting in cracks. When preparing to store your waders, just remember, its worth going the extra yard to keep from having a wet leg the following season.
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