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Underwater breathing: waders that push water out ... and keep it out

Article Abstract:

Orvis' Clearwater 'No Sweat' waders, Hodgman's Wadelite waders, Simms' Micro Fiber Guide Waders and L.L. Bean's Gore-Tex waders all keep water out while allowing perspiration to escape. The waders cost $165, $265.95, $329.99 and $340, respectively.

Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Fishing, Fishing (Recreation), Orvis Clearwater No Sweat (Pants), Hodgman Wadelite (Pants), Simms Micro Fiber Guide Wader (Pants), L.L. Bean Gore-Tex (Pants)

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Affordable breathables

Article Abstract:

New, cheaper materials and fierce market competition have caused the retail cost of breathable waders to dramatically drop. Companies producing such products include Alexander, Bass Pro, Cabela's, and Hodgman.

Usage, Product information, Rubber footwear, Alexander, Bass Pro L.P., Cabela's Inc., Hodgman

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Duck dupers

Article Abstract:

The techniques for carving decoys for ducks are described with reference to bufflehead ducks. A light wood such as white cedar is best, although other woods which float are acceptable.

Behavior, Ducks, Decoys (Hunting)

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