Quality Construction: High-quality nylon chest waders offer durability and protection, accompanying you through countless fishing trips. These are not a winter boot. If you’re looking for something that you can wear throughout the full year, consider the well-reviewed Skee-Tex Boots instead. What I like about the Vass Boots These are highly comfortable, completely waterproof insulated boots which offers unrivalled warmth and protection in the colder months. With a 5 layer removable liner, these have been tested to keep your feet warm down to -60’F (-51’C). (Bit nippy eh?) Durability is where these boots really stand out. I have no doubt that I’ll be able to get a good 5-6 seasons of use from these boots. I can fully confirm this statement. They should not be considered a winter boot or compared to boots like the Skee-Tex Field Boots, which are actually insulated.

The bottom half of the boot is completely waterproof, so you’ll have no worries traipsing through mud and puddles on your session. At the base you have an extremely hard-wearing, yet comfortable sole, so you can expect to get more than a few years worth of wear if you invest in a pair of the Vass Fleece Lined Boots. I’m going in the middle with this one and giving them a three out of five. I think you will be fine if you don’t have sweaty feet. Speero breaks new grounds with its Alcor boots and proves that heavy-duty fishing waders don’t have to be all bulky and heavy. Instead, you get exceptional protection over the toughest terrains while keeping a portable form factor that can easily fit in your fishing gear bag. Thermal Choices: Opt for thermal fishing boots for those cold morning trips, providing essential warmth and comfort. The boots’ lining is only one half of the story, though! You’ll need to pay close attention to the carp fishing waders’ waterproof capabilities. Some use a hydro-guard membrane that keeps water out while maintaining a breathable profile.Overall though, the comfort is decent. I can happily wear these for a couple of days on the bank. They’re quite lightweight for their size too. In addition to Vass's usual high quality studded soule options, Vass have announced the introduction of their new Vass Mega-Stud. Not only does the sole offer more studs but the Vass Mega-Studs are longer and protrude a good 4mm from the chunky cleated sole. These are combined with a selection of standard Vass studs which are placed specific areas of the sole create optimum grip you can rely on! The Velcro strap on this VASS boot means you can throw these on in seconds and go. Set up your rods overnight? Once you get that bite, just hop up and go. You won’t have to think twice about your shoes. Like most of the Fortis range of carp gear though, they aren’t the cheapest. So we expect that you’ll be paying a small premium to have the Fortis Badge.

As you would expect, they do indeed keep the rain out. I’ve used them in torrential downpours and trekking through muddle puddles on my everyday dog walks and they stand up to the job. At Angling Direct, we're committed to providing an unparalleled selection of fishing waders and boots to suit every angler's needs. From hip waders to fishing wader pants, and from fishing wellies to thermal fishing wellies, we have it all. Around the ankle, you have plenty of room too. The beauty of these boots is in the Velcro fastening at the top. This makes them adaptable for pretty much any ankle width. Plus there is the added benefit of being able to slip them on fast when you get a take! The Vass boots are waterproof to halfway, so they’re not really ideal for standing in the margins etc. If you want something with more waterproof protection higher up the leg, consider a full height boot such as the Fortis Elements Boots. You want a pair of boots for the winter tooIt’s worth noting, though, that the Vass boots aren’t completely waterproof. You get a water-tight seal that extends only halfway, so you have to be mindful before getting your feet submerged. If you’re still hauling yourself into an awkward pair while your only bite of the session has reached the snags then it’s bad news all round, so bear this in mind when choosing boots.