What to wear under waders

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Waders are essential items of clothing for your fishing trips. To get the most out of your fishing, it's essential to choose the right outfit to wear under your wader. This will allow you to feel as comfortable as possible in your equipment and concentrate on what's really important: stalking fish!

In this article, we offer some practical advice to help you select the right clothes for the climate and your needs.

Adapt your clothing to the season

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It's crucial to take the weather conditions into account when choosing your clothes to wear under a wader. Temperature and humidity can vary considerably from season to season and from region to region, affecting your comfort during the activity. This advice may seem obvious, but it's always a good idea to remember it before you buy.

Clothing for the warmer months

When temperatures are high, opt for lightweight, breathable clothing to effectively wick away perspiration and avoid unpleasant feelings of dampness. Opt for synthetic materials such as polyester or nylon, which offer good ventilation. Here are a few suggestions:

  • Trousers: Choose light, flexible trousers, such as trekking trousers or leggings. For example, you could opt for the Madcat Mega Logo Joggers, which fit snugly around the body without feeling uncomfortable as they ride up. Otherwise, leggings from the big sports brands will do the job just fine.
  • T-shirt: Choose a short-sleeved technical T-shirt to help wick away perspiration. You'll easily find what you're looking for in our wide range of fishing T-shirts. Many brands now offer a technical model in their own colour.
  • Socks: Thin synthetic socks are ideal for keeping your feet dry.

Clothing for the cold months

In periods of low temperatures, it's important to protect yourself from the cold while maintaining good freedom of movement. Choose comfortable, insulating clothing:

  • Trousers: Fleece trousers or thermal tights will be perfect for keeping you warm without hindering your mobility.
  • Underwear: Choose long-sleeved technical underwear to retain body heat.
  • Jacket: For optimum protection, opt for a jacket made of lightweight insulating material to be worn under the wader.
  • Socks: Thick merino wool socks are ideal for keeping your feet warm and comfortable.

For anglers who don't want to go to the trouble, we recommend buying a complete underlayer, such as the Gamakatsu G-Thermal Base Layer 230g and the Fox Rage Base Layer. So you'll have almost all the equipment you need to wear under your waders in the coldest weather, all in one purchase.

Choose clothing that's right for you

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To get the most out of your activity, don't forget that comfort is paramount. So make sure you choose clothes that fit your body properly and don't cause discomfort during exercise:

  • Avoid clothes that are too tight, which could impede your blood circulation and reduce your range of movement.
  • Favour close-fitting cuts and stretch fabrics for good freedom of movement without getting caught in the wind.
  • Don't forget to take into account the size of the wader when buying your clothes, to avoid any discomfort caused by a lack of space for your legs or arms.

If you're in the south-west of France, don't hesitate to drop into our warehouse, where you can come and try on the garments in question. Otherwise, you can of course return your order if the product doesn't fit.

Choose practical, functional clothing

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Finally, it's essential that your clothing is practical and functional during your activity. Here are a few tips to help you make the right choice:

  • Opt for clothes with zipped pockets for easy storage of keys, phones and other small essentials.
  • Think about convertible trousers with removable legs, which are very practical for quickly adapting your outfit if the weather changes.
  • Garments with reinforced knees and/or buttocks can be useful for preventing premature wear in these high-friction areas.
  • If you're out wildlife-watching, choose plain colours so as not to frighten the wildlife around you.

If you follow these tips, you'll be ready to enjoy your fishing session to the full, fully equipped under your wader. Don't forget to pay particular attention to the quality of materials and comfort, to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable time.

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