I’m interested in a pair of kayak, diving, or wading boots that will be good for a combination of paddling and stepping out to wade, then paddle, etc.
In addition I would like something that can double for wading rocky creeks here at home as well as wading when I make my visits to South Florida, FMB area. I wade some from the kayak and some simply along the shoreline and into the water.
I’ve looked online but there are so many choices it is confusing to say the least.
Any personal hands on experiences and tips are greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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i use hard sole dive booties 8" high that i got at the local dive shop work great in rocks, mud and they won't slide off
My suggestion, get a good pair of neoprene booties for kayaking & wading in Florida. Then get a good set of felt wading shoes and hip waders for up north. Wading through cold rivers can be hell on your legs after a while. Get thick rubber waders if the water is cold.
I am well supplied with cold weather gear down to sub zero and these will be used for warmer water type environments.
I'm really interested more in something like the neoprene boots or booties with a harder sole.
Webb, do you know the brand and model of diving booties you use and would you recommend those in particular?
Again thanks all.
Divers Direct, $25.00
If I wanted a better set I'd likely get the Flats wading high-tops form Bass Pro Shops, $29.99 on sale.
Great for the warm weather paddling and fishing, but neither will stop a singray barb.
Basstar I don't remember the brand. Try some and go from there.
The best part is they wont make your feet feel soggy like a wetsuit booty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz0fDdU1HbI