He Made His Own Waders!
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Joel Strickland (@mrproducersir) is a lifelong waterfowler, duck hunting guide and producer/director in the film and television industry.
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What would make the "Perfect Wader" for you?
I need the warmth of the neoprene waders, and usually get 3 seasons or more out of them, but agree they aren't the toughest, but work best for me. Then again I'm only hunting maybe 1/2 as many days per season... I think I managed 45-50 days last season
Keep me dry keep me warm and camouflage
I just need a pair that fits a skinny guy well, most of the ones I try on seems like they were made exclusively for big people, even “slim” waders
one whit the vintage camo whit the tech of today !!!!
Waders that the boots wouldn’t rot by next season
Cabela's Brush Busters of the early 90's, best ever for me
High and dry waders have been the only pair to Last me a whole season without leaking! They outlasted my Sitka waders!
Right on! I've actually heard that 2 other times.
The history of waders or the history of Duck hunting would be a real treat.
Like a Joel Strickland documentary
You never know!
Excellent products. I have one pair that I got from HIGH N DRY last year and I'm happy with it. It developed a small leak so I called Ian and he gave me some ideas on how to find the leak and how to fix it and asked me if I wanted to return it and get a new one. I was able to find it and fix it. This year I fell hard on my knees while getting my kayak on top of my car and had a small tear on the left knee pads but it saved my knees from getting cuts and no holes in the waders. This company stands behind its products. I had the chance to visit their place in VA last year and planning to visit them again this year and get me some additional merchandise.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I am on my 3rd season with my high n dry breathable waders. I still recommend these to my friends and if I’m recommending to them I would do so to all. Perfection suggestions from these waders are purely comfort. A fur lined hand warming pocket and would suggest elastic placed in the back attaching the should straps for mobility purposes. But how could I complain when these have been by far the most durable waders I have worn to date. Don’t pass up a chance while there is inventory you may regret it.
Thanks Joel for bringing this product to my attention and thank you High n Dry for a Great product
That's great! Thanks for sharing your experience.
I bought the new zippered High N Dry breathable. Used them last season and love them. The best I have used. Love the zipper! They get a little pricey to order into Canada but they are worth every penny. I got their under clothing too and it is exceptional. Thanks for the recommendation!
Warm boots in my waders is my dream right now. I hunt Utah with nothing but $40 vinyl amazon waders with no insulation. Needless to say, it’s cold. Saving up for some high and dry!
Perfect waders for me would be with a pee hole waterproof zipper 😳😂🤗😎
Right!😂🤣😂🤣
Then you should look at Sitka and Chene waders
Can’t thank you enough Joel for turning me on to High and Dry waders - got mine last July ! They have been great so far and they’re the first waders I’ve worn that actually fit. When I called, they made sure I ordered the right size. Great company - Thanks and God bless you all ❤️‼️
You're welcome Jack. It's so great to find a product that delivers on what it's supposed to. God Bless!
I have been binge watching your videos all season. I have learned alot from calling and placing decoys thanks man your awesome 👌
I ordered mine the other day so happy I finally got the order in
Thank you for telling us about the 3M 4000 UV. I just ordered a tube and will be attempting to repair a set of my waders with just a couple small pin holes!
I bought some High n Dry waders last year based on your reviews. What a great company to work with. I'm on my second season with these breathables and love them.
Thanks Joel, after watching your program last year in which you promoted High N Dry waders I bought me a pair. Wow! They are hands down the best pair of waders I have ever owned. Previous to that I had used neoprene waders that were somewhat bulky and awkward. By the end of the day I couldn't wait to get out of those things! Wearing the High N Dry I forget I even have waders on! Thanks for the tip!
I got my high and dry this year! So far they are the warmest boot I ever find. Breath really goods and the seam construction look very sturdy
Thanks for the advice. From Missouri.
Great information! Thanks.
Joel you might just possible be a duck hunting hoarder. 🤣
Hmmmm.... maybe!
Hahaha! I'm not the only one who uses plastic bags on the inside of the waders! Love it!
I limped through the end of the 2021 season and half of the 2022 season lining my left leg with a contractor bag until the right size and camo patterned waders from Hi N Dry came available. They are REALLY nice!
@@levigoodwin3522 how did they work?
@@xboxsavage1175 The High N Dry waders are great! They need a better retention system for the excess length on the shoulder straps, but that is my only complaint. I have great mobility in them, they are very durable so far (my waders usually take a beating), and the boot shape fits me better than any other wader boots I've ever worn. If you are used to always wearing neoprene waders, you will have to wear an extra layer on the bottom though. The first time I jumped in the water with them, I was surprised at how much I could feel the temperature of the water through the material. Lol
3M 5200 is great stuff.!
I just got me a pair last week when inventory was back in stock. All thanks to your video on waders last year.
Awesome!
I have used high n dry for over 3 years and love them 60+ days a year
First 20 second of this video I subscribe I love this guy already
Great video Joel! Thanks again for introducing these waders to me, I'd still be slogging around with wet boats if it wasn't for you!
How are they working?
Well,,, after a year of research and watching your videos,,, I pulled the trigger and got me a pair of those High N Dry waders... WOW!!!! thats about sums it up. Very well built and yes, the boots are the BEST I've ever seen on a pair of waders. The ONLY things I kind of frowned on was the lack of two belt loops on the left and right side to hold the belt around your waist when you unbuckle it and No keepers to hold the excess shoulder strap material. (But I did fix that by roll folding them inward and using a cut strip of bicycle tubing that I use on my decoys as a rubber band to secure the line after wrapping them up for pick up) just stretched it around the buckle and it holds it tightly together, works great.
Any issues?
I love my neoprene high n dry’s. Great price and i love how the brand represents our area and lifestyle out here in the mid atlantic
I think I had a pair of those ol Hodgeman waders, I think I fell in them , too, I think that's when I learned about something called a wading belt , I was supposed to have with them. learned a lot that day
I ordered High and Dry waders last season, I love them!!! I used to wear neoprene waders they worked ok but when you sweat you stay damp in them. High and dry breathable waders keep me dry and help wick away moisture.
Are the quality of the breathable waters worse than neoprene
Just placed an order for the breathable…been hunting in my old Army gear for three seasons.
We have a similar story, we hunt hard and in very variable temps and in very remote locations where stepping in a hole and getting wet can be life threatening. We started Predatorgear to solve our issues. These are complete camo drysuits, they are breathable and you can use any wading boots or even Converse high tops and throw them away and the end of the season. Layer as needed for warmth inside the waterproof shell. We did include a waterproof relief zipper and can make with a bomb door for women. You can go in over your head and get nothing wet but your head and hands!
The 3M 4000 UV Black works well, I used it on my waders.
Man I really enjoyed this video. In Knoxville but from Arkansas and I have been DU hunting for at less 20yrs and this was a great talking point. I will have to look into that brand.
I got a pair on order, just hope I can squeeze my think legs into the stout cut H&D.
Great video, waders made me a believer after wearing them for a season
You’re welcome! LOL 😂
Very informative!!
Thanks Brother!
Hey man please do a video on your land management and what all you have done this year to provide habitat on y'alls property. Thanx a bunch!!
Awesome content man. As a fairly new water fowler, your content and videos have really helped me.
Great to hear! Thanks!
Good tips!
So I went out on a whim and ordered some HnDs. Haven’t hunted with them yet but so far they are probably the most comfortable wafers I have put on. The boots are great! That’s usually the most uncomfortable part of waders for me but these feel great. I can’t wait to get out and hunt with em! I’ll run em thru the ringer in january in arkansas.
How did they hold up?
One day I hope to hunt the woods with you. Hope you have a great season.
Thanks! Have a great season too!
I use High N Dry. They are very good. They are a little bit more form fitting, but other than that I like them very much. Need to modify the material covering the knees though. Everything sticks to them. Mine have cockle burrs and seeds stuck all over them all the time. I use the Georgia Boot thicker insole as well. I can't say that I came up with that myself though, but Brian told me on the phone that you do it, so I copied you. LOL. It works great.
Need to add some shell holders on the front…perfection.
Good video. Just passed it along to a buddy of mine that is looking to purchase some new waders.
Cool, thanks
Best wader I ever owned....Early 90's Cabelas made one called the 600 DENIER CORDURA BRUSH BUSTER. Not to be confused with the 1000 D BRUSH BUSTER that came later and was like walking in a suit of armor. the 600d was not insulated and as basically a laminated wader made entirely of 600D. I hunted seaducks on the coast of Maine, ran trapline and everything in between for over 10 years in these waders and they kept asking for more. I wrote to Cabelas to let them know the history of these great waders and they could care less. Sitting on crustations is not easy on waders!
Great video! I really like my gator waders, but I think I might have to try high and dry if mine ever fail. Thanks as always for the information!
Try some USIA waders and review them! I agree those buckles look like a pain! My current waders are similar, I tuck the right strap under my arm so it doesn't interfere with my shooting!
I install many docks and boat lifts in spring and remove them for winter. The high and dry are twice the price of regular. I buy 2 sizes bigger. I have tried many types and price points. I just buy a pair of frog toggs every year. Where the seems come together at the crotch is where they usually leak or at boat top. I usually just use black rtv silicone to patch them. Old waders make great scary crows. I use the old boots as rubber boots. The old waders make great pads for things. My dog under his blankets has a pair with legs and straps cut off for extra padding.
Considering that the "regular" waders usually leak right out of the box, it makes sense to pay double.
Mine have held up great. Fried oysters are one of my all time favorite foods. I don’t care for raw oysters. Next vid could be boot dryers. I sure need a good boot dryer.
Right on! Those little portable ones I use are great. Dry Guys Travel Dries. I got em at Mack’s Prairie Wings.
heard you say God bless you at the end of your video and that made me sub!
It’s my desire to uplift my brothers, and remind others of God’s blessings. Thanks for your support!
@@SurvivingDuckSeason Yes sir. God first and everything will be added unto you.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason I also appreciate that you say that in most videos.
need a slit to get my firehose out
I'd add an aluminum shank in the wader boot. Just yesterday I took a mesquite thorough the boot.
I'm on my 4th season with a pair of Cabela's breathables, that my hunting partners recommended. They have been great to this point, but I know I have a small leak somewhere. I will be replacing them here probably sooner than later. After watching your video's and researching on my own, I think I'm going to give High and Dry a go.
I'm on my second year of the High and Dry and agree with you 100 percent. I'm a little taller than you so the buckles don't bother me as they're lower on the chest. My only complaint is they're made in China the same place as the Wuhan Flu that killed some family members. Wish they would go to another country like Vietnam, India or another low wage country to make them.
Are you going to come out with Surviving duck season logo decals and hats? I love your logo above outdoor limits and Bobby guns.
I just used my Hy and Dry waders for the first time today. Really seem nice.. thanks for the info.... God Bless
Any issues?
I had no issues. They're very comfortable
@@kraigkaatz6858 good to hear thank you for the update looking into getting a pair
@@xboxsavage1175 They don't have the normal tightness around the knees when I'm in mud or bending.
@@kraigkaatz6858 do you like that or is it uncomfortable?
For me the perfect waders would be built for the guy with shorter legs. The majority of my leaks come from the folds and bagginess of long legged waders rubbing on themselves as I walk in them.
I do have a question for you Joel. In your video, while in the mud room you were putting on and taking off waders. I am interested in your lightweight pants with the stirrups built in. I have a heavy duty pair I wear when its cold. I love the stirrups and how they keep your pant legs in place. I have been watching for a pair of light weight ones that have pockets for wallet, keys, etc... For early season when its still warm out. Would you happen to know off the top of your head where you got those pants at?
As always thanks for all your hard work and efforts in producing good quality videos. I enjoy every one of them and recommend them to anyone who talks about duck hunting.
Travis, those are actually made by High N Dry. They are their 2nd layer pants. I think they call them B2 pants. I like them a lot. You can find them on their website.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason
Awesome!! Thanks Joel. Hope your day in the blind is a fun and safe one.
High and dry ain't all that I seen em go bad in one year
What wader did you end up getting
I'm on my second season with my drakes. Got my fingers crossed lol
🤞🏻
I know what my nest pair will be. Thanks.
“he does raw” 💀
Good video
Glad you enjoyed
Joel, With the breathable wader, how much more layering do you do to stay warm in below freezing temperatures in comparison with neoprene waders? I hunt a lot of subimpoundments and have to stand knee to crotch deep in water and most of the time, all I need is a good pair of wader pants and heavy tall socks with my neoprene waders. I am concerned that I will have to bulk up to stay warm.
When it’s below freezing I wear skin layer, a 2nd thin fleece layer, and a wader pant over top. 1 pair of darn tough heavy weight socks. But most of my water depth is knee deep or less. The issue of getting cold only becomes a thing at waist deep water for an hour or more.
Tried your your advice after giving up on waders. Put High and dry thru the test !! These are the best hands down for Duck huntin. Walking miles through sage and crawling or kneeling on sticks. Wading chest high in ponds. I was the only DRY one at the end of the season!!
Any new updates?
Any word if High N Dry is planning to revamp their buckle/strap system? I think the waders are great, and I like the changes they've made compared to the super baggy, extra material breathables. But those buckles.....woof!
The biggest issue is the lack of stretch for me. If I get them pulled tight enough to stay on my shoulders, I lose mobility when squatting and bending.
How do you like them?
And how do they handle in freezing temperatures. I was out in 4* weather last weekend.
Last week it was -3* at 5am in south east Idaho.
I’ve been looking for a pair of camo breathable stockingfoot waders. I have a solid pair of neoprene for later in the season but I want something that stores fairly compact so I can keep it in the truck for fishing and early season duck hunting. Would love if High and Dry made theirs in stockingfoot.
They do! Made for the fly fishing and surf fishing guys. Brown not Camo, but that doesn’t really matter to the ducks.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason oh it doesnt matter to the ducks but when you’re OCD about camo patterns matching its those mental loops you do in your head lmao
Most of the waders i use only tear around the boot area. It's hard to seal those up.
No more neoprene for me ever. Breathables are so much more comfortable and lighter. The weight difference matters when you’re walking a lot or in and out of the boat or blind a lot. I agree going a size up and wear 1 pair of thick socks. Also, buy some thick bibs and wear them under when your standing in deep water. So much more comfortable and the way the bibs cover your lower back it keeps you warm. I have trouble keeping my jacket down in the back and the bibs cover that area. Good luck bros!
Joel,
Did ya get a chance to hunt out of Willis Wharf, Eastern Shore, beside digging the oysters?
I got some stories for ya, about oysters, ducks, watermen, dogs, hunters, hunts and the legacy of waterfowling and old timers like Archie and his brother Marvin. if they didnt tell ya when you were there.
Ill check into their waders, thanks!
I tried the high and dry zippered and I got a terrible experience..maybe was just me but I’m about 5.10 180 lbs with size 10.i called the guy before ordering and I suggested me the size 10 regular.well the boots were fine but the waders crotch was low and the belt was riding my butt..long story short I wasted 150$ in shipping cost and bought a pair of simms for 475 in a sportsman sale…
Beware of southern delicasies.
Green persimmons are "not that bad" too. 😂
I build seawalls and that looks like my pile of waders I've been trying to figure out how to find a pair that last. Sometime they leak straight out the store.. Debating trying a rubberized spray paint on some.
Flex seal will get the job done
Did you get any wader?
Rubberized spray paint didn't work. Tide we waders seem ok mine got a leek in the crotch and they sent me a brand new pair if I paid shipping. We use the 1400 gram waders cuz its cold as hell in the water in wisconsin. They are 350 at cabellas and they are only 100$ right now on tide we.
Soooooo I have heard about a million things when it comes to weather and duck hunting. Do you read a week out to see what's coming? Are the birds in front of, behind, or in the front? I think a clarification video on reading weather for duck hunting is in order
I am so glad that you have been making these videos about high and dry waders. I had never heard of them before watching your channel. I recently got a pair and don't plan on switching to any other brand in the future.
How have they been? Any problems or rips?
Don’t change the buckles or straps these waders are awesome.
I hunt up here in Wisconsin, only my second year hunting with waders, when you say over size how big do you go? Like I wear a 10 do I go up one size or 3? Thanks
one
Just the next size up.
They need to offer bigger boot sizes. I need a size 17 and it is extremely hard to find and when I do they are atleast $500.
Hi Joel,
Can you recommend a boot dryer?
Thanks & God bless
I'm not Joel but my go to has always been a Peet boot dryer. They make them with longer tubes that are great for waders.
Yes, Peet boot dryers are good. I have one. The one you saw in the video was a portable boot dryer. I got it from Mack's Prairie wings. It's called a Dry Guy Travel Dry.
Love my breathable waders. Some things I would like to see in version 2.0. Wish they went up higher on my chest. Compared to other waders, these dont go up as high as I would like.
A better pocket for my phone. The velcro is pretty loud and the inside pocket is very awkward to flip up and out.
The extra strap material above the shoulder buckle flap around a lot. Would like something to either keep them down or some other way to not have them flopping around.
I may get some insoles as my feet start to hurt walking around in the boots. I have high arches so I need the arch support.
You must be a tall fella, mine come up to my armpits. I know they look a little short on tall guys. I cut my straps off and burnt the ends... problem solved. I’d be interested in your suggestion on how to make a better phone pouch. Everyone has basically the same thing on their waders. I’m not sure how you’d improve the Velcro either.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason I'm 5' 10", I was thinking of getting some velcro straps like you use for cable management for desktops and wrap them around the straps to keep them from flopping around.
I have another friend that got the neoprene waders and I got the breathables from High N' Dry, we both love them and am glad you suggested these to us!
@@TexasRedneck did they ever leak?
@@xboxsavage1175 Nope, still using them. I really do like these waders. I have the breathables. They are great for early teal when its like 90 degrees still here in Texas.
I got some cable management Velcro straps for the flapping straps.
I do have to wear more clothing inside of these than my neoprene waders. But for the most part, I would buy these again.
@@TexasRedneck wow! I’m glad to hear that you really enjoy these waders. I am looking into getting a pair but wanted to make sure they are good! Thank you very much
How are they if you fall in a river?
paint a par of pants with cool seal
Id like someone to make the entire boot and half the legs snakeproof, we see a lot of dangerous🐍 right by us before we see them!!
I own a pair and will probably never buy another brand again! Hunt 60 days a season and no leaks. They dry condensation out over night just hanging them. Boots fit well and comfortable. The guy's will talk to you and help you more then any other shop around and they own the place. All I can say is buy a pair.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Does High N Dry ships to Europe?
Need more size options. The hight to boot size never work out for me. They end up too tall or too tight fitting. Still looking for the perfect fit. A battle that may never be won.
Have you tried high n dry? They seem to have that figured out.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason I will. But will have to wait till next duck season.
Was they 180 years old ?
They look like they ride kinda low on the chest, can you hike them up anymore?
Edit: it looks like those guys just wear them low, yours were quite a bit higher
Where did you get that hat?!
Lifetime Decoys
I thought the Inuit wore waders in their sea kayaks for 1000's of years.
Of coarse i just found out about these and they are out of stock LOL figures
Did you ever get them?
Хороший ролик.Для холодной воды нужна изоляция.
Don't forget to treat the rubber boots of your waders in the off season!
What do you treat yours with?
@@SurvivingDuckSeason for work we use krytox grease, but it's really expensive. So I use 303 uv protectant spray every couple months and sno seal or another lubricant once in the off season.
Sitka are the best.
I wish they made waders for plus size women! Because mens waders don’t cut it when your only 5 foot tall
Hi and dry has a reg and big for sizes . They may work call down Lvm . The one of the owner called me back same day and was very helpful.
YES!!!! Just because I’m Plus Size doesn’t mean I’m tall with bigger feet! I’m 5’ 2” & west a 6 1/2-7 size shoe.
Any waders that should fit waist wise except that the boot size is Men’s boot size 10 & up
Too bad they don’t have Regular 11’s in stock…. I’m in the market for a pair now that my Cabela’s 2,000 grams gave up after 12 years
Give them a call! I was in the same situation and called to see when they would get some more. They have more in stock than is listed on the website, I think they keep some in reserve for customer service cases. I was able to order a Regular 11 this week.
I bought some gator waders. I don't mind the quality, but the customer service was garbage. They lost me on that
You need to tell high n dry upgrade there buckles/shoulder strap. Too bulky. Thats the only con of those waders
Yep! I have. 🤞🏻crossed fingers that the upgrade will happen next year.
@@SurvivingDuckSeason 👍 would have bought another pair but will wait til they do
They are good I like them
Why don't his waders come with a belt, which everyone says is essential?
I like tidewe