For those who suffer from wet feet or shoes damage, next year’s models have arrived! Weaver-brand Weave-Tough™ wading boots are built to withstand every bit of water and wear. These durable boots are a must have for every waterfowler!
Weaver-brand wading boots are a popular choice among duck hunters, who rely on them to keep their ducks dry as they walk around in puddles. These foldable boots are constructed out of heavy duty synthetic leather with wood veneers for added durability.
They have a slightly higher heel than most wing-sport style shoes to help keep your feet supported under the weight of the boot, and they are evened out at the sole so they do not get fat below.
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Width of your foot
As your feet wear out, the width of your foot can change. When walking on hard floors such as carpets or mud is needed, sticking a piece of paper down between your foot and the floor helps widen the space between the feet.
When wearing leather shoes, there is a slight difference in width across the bottom of the shoe. With suede shoes, this is less of a problem. If you want a softer feel to your boots, go for a softer leather instead of heavier one. If you want strong enough boots that will last you through years of boot breaking and wearing off, go for harder bones and structures.
Bones are what make your boots heavy enough to hold up against nature and years of wear and tear.
Height you want them to come up to
Your height means a lot to you? Then you should get tall wading boots. If you are shorter than normal, then this boot will come up to the top of your feet. This will help you get a better foothold in the water and reduce risk of getting injured.
Getting a taller boot will give you more support as you move through the water, especially in the foot area. This will help reduce stress on your feet and increase your comfort. Another benefit is that they look more impressive when they are higher.
Tall boots can be hard to find. There are some companies that make high-tops that are an exact fit for people with longer legs. They have them in wide, regular, and narrow widths.
What type of fishing you are doing
If you are fishing for trout or salmon, a wading boot is needed that can support your feet for long periods of time. If you are fishing for bass or catfish, a boatboot is needed that can be worn over the boots to accommodate different footwear when boatseering.
For those who fish on land-based waters, such as rivers and lakes, a dryland boot is needed. These have soles that do not hold water well, making it difficult to get a proper fit. If you need special care in these shoes, buy from someone with good fitting shoes.
As mentioned earlier, if you are going boating in your boots, then waterproofing them is needed. If not, then choosing rugged boots that hold water well is needed.
Consider double socks
If you are going out in the snow, then a thicker pair of socks is a good idea. These help keep your feet warm and protected when you are walking around in your boots.
Double socks help prevent foot fatigue, because you do not have to worry about removing one sock to put another on. This is important as your feet are going to be sweating a lot in these boots.
When buying wading shoes, it is important to consider the width of the shoe. If you have narrow feet, buy a wider shoe. If you have very large feet, buy a smaller shoe.
Finally, cost is a deciding factor when choosing shoes.
Know the conditions
It is important to know how your feet should be treated in the water. There are several conditions where swimming with open wounds or high heels are not good for your feet.
Surfers and scuba divers use larger size shoes for better foot support while underwater. This is due to the pressure of the air on the bottoms of their feet.
A fashion expert would use bigger size shoes when designing a new fashion look. A smaller sized shoe takes more effort to put together, and someone who was very fashion conscious could take away a piece of clothing if they wore it out!
It is important to know what conditions you are swimming in. If there is a powerful wave that hits you hard, you might need big size footwear so that your big foot does not slip under the pressure. Similar conditions might make you need bigger fish boots to prevent walking on any sharp objects such as rocks or tramlines.
Go slow when moving around in them
When you first start wearing them, it can be a little tricky to tell how much support they will give you when moving around in them. Because these boots are fairly lightweight, and can be difficult to walk in for some length of time until you get a good feel for how much extra support they provide.
This is especially true if you are new to walking in shoes. Some people might find that this takes a little bit of practice, but eventually you will get used to having this support. Once you do, you will love how easy it is to move around in your shoes!
Another thing to watch out for is whether or not the shoe has a heel. Some heels are better than others when it comes to supporting the foot. When going into a shop to buy new shoes, make sure that the seller knows which ones have the heel so that they can recommend the proper amount of walking in the shoe to achieve this.
Be aware of your surroundings
When wading in deeper water, you must be aware of your depth. Most wading boots have a height adjustment system that can be hooked up to a counterweight system to increase or decrease your depth.
Unfortunately, these systems are limited in function and size. Some companies have figured out ways to increase and decrease depth with only the boot on or without a counterbalance. Other systems regulate water flow or visibility of water beneath the boot.
If you have any of these limitations, you can buy special oversized boots that work with your body proportions, but always be aware of what size you need. Many times, a smaller size is too small!
Generally, light feet do better in hard wooded areas or when climbing some steps above your normal comfort level, so make sure your boot does not get heavy or hard to wear.
Keep your wading stick close by
If you keep your wading stick nearby, you can use it to find a place to stand or to re-settle in the water. This can save you some time or steps!
If you need to return to shore to re-settle or stand up, then having a pair of water-resistant boots is imperative. These can be quick and easy to obtain: just go online or at a store where winter weather is present.
Many stores offer free frost boot pairs as holiday gifts so having one may be helpful for some.