Why I bought another pair of Simms G3 Guide wading boots

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Күн бұрын

In this video I look at wading boots. I just replaced my 6 year old, Simms G3 Guide boots with a new pair of Simms G3 Guide boots & here I explain the reasons behind that decision.
At the time of publishing, Simms have just released an updated version of this boot. The pair that I bought is now widely available for reduced prices whilst stocks last.
Video making equipment:
Sony A6600
GoPro Hero 11 Black
Hollyland Lark M1
MacBook Air
DaVinci Resolve 18.6
Instagram:
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0:00 Intro
0:35 About the boots
2:00 My usage
2:39 Positives
4:08 Any negatives?
4:23 Outro

Пікірлер: 15

@gabylaflamme3758 2 ай бұрын

Great review James... I have been researching wading boots for a while now and pulled the trigger on a pair of G3`s guide, liked how sturdy and the quality feel of this boot I think they will be perfect for the Arsh environment up here in northern British Colombia Canada glad I ran into your review someone that actually purchased a second pair of G3`s..thanks in advance... keep up the good work.

@jameslisteroutdoors 2 ай бұрын

Many thanks for your comment! BC is a beautiful part of the world... I'd love to get back there someday for some fishing adventures. Enjoy your fishing & I'm sure the boots will serve you well 👍

@glazkovd51 Ай бұрын

I also use G3, but with aluminum spikes. They do not harm the car or boat, and at the same time hold well on rocks and wood. Without spikes, one fall into the water can damage expensive gear or, even worse, cause harm to your health.

@jameslisteroutdoors Ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment. How do you find the spikes when hiking on hard surfaces, out of the water?

@glazkovd51 Ай бұрын

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@jameslisteroutdoors Ай бұрын

Interesting... thanks for sharing 👍

@steven871 5 күн бұрын

Thanks for your view. These G3 weigh 2182 grams. The Simms freestone weight 1530. That's about 600g per show difference. Do you have a view on the Freestone?

@jameslisteroutdoors 4 күн бұрын

I haven't used the Freestone boots myself, though have friends who have & I haven't heard any complaints. Freestone was traditionally Simms' budget line of wading gear, with savings made on materials & manufacturing, though now they have a more budget friendly line, "Tributary." The G3 boots are designed & made to be more hard-wearing & of higher quality. I haven't had any problems or complaints with weight & remember, this will change a lot when the boots are wet. If light weight is what you are after, I would also look at Simms' "Flyweight" boots... designed to reduce weight, but keep the quality high. There are also lightweight options from other manufacturers.

@steven871 4 күн бұрын

@@jameslisteroutdoors thank you for your response. Unfortunately, I have heard the flyweights are poor durability looks like I’ll get the free stones and save a little money

@melbanks2271 3 ай бұрын

Nice video 👍

@jameslisteroutdoors 3 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot 🙏

@danwesson2485 4 ай бұрын

Are they waterproof? Or do they have drain holes? I wanted to use them as both hiking and wading boots

@jameslisteroutdoors 4 ай бұрын

They have drain holes, so are definitely not waterproof. They are very comfortable for hiking in if wearing waders or neoprene wading socks, but are no substitute for proper hiking boots. Another point to consider is that wading boots should be a size larger than your regular footwear to give space for thick socks & waders. With only regular socks, the wading boots will be too large.