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I've been doing my research for a couple months now and I've got a pretty good handle on what I want. Picked out the tube I want, waders, booties, and fins. Well, I suppose I haven't picked out WHICH waders, booties, and fins, only that I want them. The problem I'm having is that I am 6'8" and where a size 14-15 shoe. Anyone know where I can find that kind of size? I can get it in waders but then I have to buy even bigger booties to fit over the waders and then still bigger fins to fit over that. Anyone on here have that big of feet and been able to find equipment? Thanks for all the help everyone! Can't wait to get my feet wet (so to speak)!!!
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try bigcamo.com
they can fit Perry the "Refridgerator" from the Chicago Bears I bet they can fit you
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Most wading boots are made bigger to allow for the neoprene. So, you do just buy the size you normally wear.
The problem only comes from having bigger Neoprene foot in your wader.
Check these out:
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa...hasJS=true
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[cool][#0000ff]I am only slightly smaller...with size 13 feet. I have always had a challenge finding suitable sized waders, booties, etc. I recently bought a new pair or neoprenes directly through Stearns website. They have them up to 5XL...and the foot pockets are plenty large.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you wear divers boots over those you will need to find something at least size 16. I have bought two pairs that size from Scuba.com. You have to just go down through all the listings looking for ones that list up to 16 and then check out the details. You don't need the fanciest and the low cuts are better than the high cuts.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I wear the Mares Avanti fins in size XL. They fit my feet including waders, booties and a couple of layers. If that doesn't work then there are several models of fins that lace on or strap on and will fit even wading boots.[/#0000ff]
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Thanks for all the replies! Using that information I think I've got it all figured out. Here's my list:
Freestyle H3 Tube
3.5mm Neoprene Stockinfoot Waders (bigcamo)
NeoSport 7mm Wading Boot (scuba.com)
Wading Belt
Elastic Suspenders
Mares Avanti x3 Fins
Life Vest
Dual-Action Pump
Current fishing gear
Anyone got anything else I "need" to get started?
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"Anyone got anything else I "need" to get started?"
[cool][#0000ff]Maybe a fishin' pole?[/#0000ff]
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And lets not forget the PVC.[:p]
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Well the H3 fell through and I'm at a loss. I cannot find one anywhere! I'm kind of torn between the Creed Company ODC 420 and the Super Fat Cat. They are both rated at 300 pounds and seem to have really good reviews. My concern is that I weigh 300 pound and when you add all the gear we're probably talking closer to 325 or so. I'm sure the companies both underestimate a little but maybe I should just weight until something a little bigger comes out.....
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Me again. Just found the Outcast Prowler so I'm off to do some more research. Thanks to all for the help and patience with a newbie.
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Don't forget the North Fork Outdoors "Outlaw Escape":
http://northforkoutdoors.com/2010webcata...page4.html
600 lb capacity and built-in oar system. It's kind of a cross between a float tube and a pontoon boat. Would be terrific for a really big guy, IMO.
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I suggest that you actually try out a Fat Cat if you can. It would probably work ok
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You might need to go to a short pontoon boat. Something in the 7 to 8 foot range. You can find them used frequently.
OR:
Take a look at the small pontoon boats by Venture Outdoors such as the Tahoe [url "http://www.ventureoutdoors.net/pontoon_boats.htm"]http://www.ventureoutdoors.net/pontoon_boats.htm[/url]
These next two are more money, but you might look at the NFO Escapes. A bit of a cross between Float tube and a pontoon boat. Show Season special is:
[url "http://www.northforkoutdoors.com/2010showseasonspecials/2010showseasonspecials.html"]http://www.northforkoutdoors.com/...wseasonspecials.html[/url]
Or The Super Cat: [url "http://www.oregonfishing.com/detail.aspx?ID=544"]http://www.oregonfishing.com/detail.aspx?ID=544[/url]
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I haven't tried these and I understand that they sit lower and are harder to kick but it is a thought.
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa...451321282a
For myself, I really like the quality and ease of handling of the NFO boats. The Escape has plenty of room, 600lb capacity, great quality, and lifetime warranty. http://www.youtube.com/davescadden#p/a/u/2/lqi9uYhr1lU
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The one thing I do need to add...with the Escape and a BIG person (my Hubby is 6'4" @ 230) there will be no room behind you like on a FC, SFC, Prowler, H3...etc.
The seat sits back because of the oars.
The side pockets are huge however!
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On the other hand, with him at 325 lbs, the escape can haul the necessary 275 lbs of PVC tubing!
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right you are[laugh][laugh]
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Wow! Thanks for all the suggestions. You guys are a veritable gold mine of fishing information. I have looked at the pontoon boats and may have to go that route for now. I really want to find a tube because I do a ton of backpacking and would like to take the tube along. Maybe I'll keep digging around until I can find a used H3 since they don't make the dang thing anymore.... Thanks again!
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It's all here!!! I got my waders, boots, fins, suspenders, wading belt, PFD, and tube today. What timing! I've been reading up on caring for neoprene waders and it seems the only thing everyone agrees on is hanging them upside down. I also see a lot of pros/cons about using ArmorAll. Anyone use it or anything else to keep them supple and leak free? You guys are so awesome! Tomorrow's the big day! I'll post as soon as I get back.
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This is just ME, but I am not a big fan of Armour all. As I have said in the past, I have seen damage to the PVC coating on a fly line.
My suggestion would be 303
http://www.303products.com/
PLUS note is is GREEN friendly. This is a good thing considering you are IN water.
Plus with the weather warming (I hope) you will need to wash those Neoprene waders occasionally. You will be sweating.
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I second FG. Armour All is murder on car dashes and upholstery -- ask at any good body shop -- causes cracks.
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If you dry the waders and store them in cool/dark, you don't need to treat them at all. We use boot dryers...work great. Shopco throws them on sale now and then for $10...
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