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I have these soles, regular felt and studded felt soles. As soon as the rocks are a little slippery, these soles really loose grip. Do not like them too much.

Loyal Simms customer for years, still nursing along two older pairs of G4's from 4-7 years ago. Got a good deal on the latest G4Z from the good folks here. Using the size calculator on the Simms website, I was in between sizes, so opted for the larger pair. I found them roomy and so opted to exchange for the smaller pair. I ended up waiting about 5 months for Simms to ship the new pair. Attempts to contact Simms customer service was often futile, with either no one answering the phone, or no one able to give me an expected ship date. Finally the waders arrived and the first time on the water, I noticed the booties seemed uncomfortably snug which resulted in colder than normal feet in 50 degree water. Keep in mind, the size adjustment should not have affected the foot size. Furthermore, the waders seemed excessively long, such that the straps were adjusted to their tightest and were still loose. When I took the waders off, my lower legs were damp around the bootie seam. The staff at Reelflyrod, who always answer the phone, and are always eager to help, were quick to make things right. Unfortunately Simms informed them that they no longer had any stock to replace my waders since the new line would be released in 2024. Simms has new owners and let's hope they get their act together. I want to support American manufacturing, but I'll be wearing a competitor's wader for the next round because I already waited half a season for a defective product and don't feel like waiting another 5 months for a replacement. Kudos to Reelflyrod for their outstanding customer service. The stars are for them, not for Simms.

The product consists of two hollow plastic tubes held together with an elastic cord. It is very simple and easy to use. The vertical plastic tube will extend through 5 tippet spools, but a 6th will be spinning around the exposed cord that attaches to the carabiner.

The line resembles the Rio Grand - not very delicate presentation. I do not use it any more.

I thought they would add some warmth. Barely noticeable if any heat retention. True to length and waist size though.

The reel is ok for the money. When I took a photo of a fish I submerged it into the river. The ball bearing in the interior became completely rusty. Kudos to Orvis for quickly replacing it for free.

Really like the rubber attach point, but the magnet just isn't as strong as other cheaper options I had used in the past. Bought a different magnet and BAM the net hooks up without any effort whatsoever.

Okay reel but removal and attachment of spool is not easy.

I've had this zinger fail three times. If you contact Loon they will replace it no questions asked. It is sturdy and functions well. They just don't last.

While the idea of this indicator really intrigued me i have yet to completely get a handle on it. Seems the amount of wool used makes a huge difference on whether it floats or not. I also have issues with the indicator moving on the leader despite how firmly I attach it. I am not giving up yet however and will experiment more next season. I do think it is a great idea.