Wader studs - screw ins.. Your opinions

[JHbowhunter]

Anyone try putting these in regular non-felt bottom waders for combatting slippery rocks?  Not as agile as I used to be.  Sliding all over the Delaware and Paulinskill in my neoprene lacrosse chest waders.  

 

http://www.basspro.com/Goat-Head-Sole-Spikes/product/2239717/

[Nomad]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/331663128563Ha, ha, same thing is on my mind.  My son fell down with his rubber soles when we were shad fishing and cut his hand.  I just ordered these.  Got good reviews for waders.

Edited April 19, 2017 by Nomad

[JHbowhunter]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/331663128563Ha, ha, same thing is on my mind.  My son fell down with his rubber soles when we were shad fishing and cut is hand.  I just ordered these.  Got good reviews for waders.

 

250 pack?  I will split it with you, we won't use those in a lifetime

[RPK0620]

Have done that, they work and you can get them [ sheet metal screws ] at Lowes or Home Depot .

 

But no matter what type you use felt or felt with studs or korkers you still need to be careful and move slowly.

Edited April 19, 2017 by RPK0620

[Nomad]

No, read down below, it is only a 50 pack.

[JHbowhunter]

they make boots that are pre-threaded, and sell specialty screws, but these look like they should work on mine... Dare I put some in my quad tire for snow plowing?

 

Order is already placed...

 

thanks Mark

Edited April 19, 2017 by JHbowhunter

[nmc02]

I have simms studs in the bottom of my boots, makes a world of difference. It is recommended you you aquaseal or gorilla glue when you put them in. Simms said aqua seal as a lubricant & works as glue. I used gorilla glue. I much prefer felt and studs, but for a short time, simms stopped selling felt. So i got rubber w stud boots.

[1957Buck]

Explore what I use on my waders for both Rocky stream fishing and For walking on Jetties along the beaches.

They are called ( Kokers ) and come in many sizes and styles,  they are removable put them on only when you need them.  My Sims have felt soles for a reason. amazon Cabellas bass pro all have them Amazon has best pricing 

[JHbowhunter]

Explore what I use on my waders for both Rocky stream fishing and For walking on Jetties along the beaches.

They are called ( Kokers ) and come in many sizes and styles,  they are removable put them on only when you need them.  My Sims have felt soles for a reason. amazon Cabellas bass pro all have them Amazon has best pricing 

 

I am familiar with the Krokers. I also have a pair of hip wader with felt bottoms - great for the flatbrook and Paulinskill when it's normal level.  Delaware I have good chest waders, was just looking for a quick and cheap solution and I order the screws that Nomad did, but thanks for the recommendation bill, those are a great product for sure.

[JHbowhunter]

Hell I am gonna put those cheap screws in a pair of flip-flops for summer jetty fishing....   LOL

[Nomad]

I am familiar with the Krokers. I also have a pair of hip wader with felt bottoms - great for the flatbrook and Paulinskill when it's normal level.  Delaware I have good chest waders, was just looking for a quick and cheap solution and I order the screws that Nomad did, but thanks for the recommendation bill, those are a great product for sure.

yeah, i didn't want to spend 50 on the korkers.

[Buck154]

I used similar screws in my felt bottoms for the salmon river and worked great.

[smoking gun]

korkers make a boot that has wire straps that tighten and loosen with the twist of a knob and they have replaceable soles.they have screws flat bottom felt and regular rubber bottoms.they are the best you can buy believe me they're like running sneakers and so comfortable I highly recommend them.i don't play around with boulders jetties rocks whatever I've fallen many of times and got banged up pretty good to the point I've had the wind knocked out of me.them korkers are about 100 bucks for the canyon model....best 100 bucks youll spend

[OMC]

Jack we spoke about this on Monday I use the Chota Carbide tip screws for my boots. I have used the non carbide screws for many years but they wear out after a few trips and need to be replaced. Since switching to the carbide tips they last for years. I use these for Steelhead and Salmon fishing which is a must if you don't want to take a swim or worse. They may cost more but they last so long it makes up for the initial expense.

 

http://chotaoutdoorgear.com/shop/kits-accessories/long-rifle-carbide-cleat-kit/

[1957Buck]

korkers make a boot that has wire straps that tighten and loosen with the twist of a knob and they have replaceable soles.they have screws flat bottom felt and regular rubber bottoms.they are the best you can buy believe me they're like running sneakers and so comfortable I highly recommend them.i don't play around with boulders jetties rocks whatever I've fallen many of times and got banged up pretty good to the point I've had the wind knocked out of me.them korkers are about 100 bucks for the canyon model....best 100 bucks youll spend

 

As smoking gun said best $100 you will spend, What is protecting yourself worth from a serious fall that can cripple or at least just ruin your day with a Cold wet Dip. 

For the procrastinators and budget minded there are less expensive Kokers but you get what you pay for. Also, There other means to gain grip. from simple pullovers to strap-ons.

Many states banned felt soles. to put spikes in a felt sole boot is worthless and do not work well. 

 

I got a simple pair of boot grippers at Cosco $14, the ones shown go from $25 -$45 these are a better choice when you do not need studs. 

Amazon has dozens search boot Ice Gripers.

The middle photo is what I use but NOT for Jetty Fishing  Bill

Edited April 19, 2017 by 1957Buck