Leland on the Simms G3 Guide Pant

When the water's chilly but not so deep, and the trout are rising, it's the perfect place for the Simms G3 Guide Pant. You just won't find a lighter, more comfortable, yet rugged pair of wading pants out on the river. The latest 3 and 5-layer Gore-Tex technology and superior construction design ensures the best fit, durability, and breathability, so you stay dry, even if you're active in hotter weather. The awesome built-in Guide model Gravel Guards will keep those pebbles out of your boots and on the stream bed where they belong. The Simms G3 Guide Pants let you pull on the oars without the excess warmth and bulk from chest highs or convertibles, yet you're ready to hop out to wade and cast for those bank feeders whenever you need to. Best of all, the G3s are made by the industry leader, Simms, right in Troutville, USA; Bozeman , Montana.

Leland on Specifications

The Simms G3 Guide Pants are designed and built with the same great materials and superior design used in their famous G3 Waders. The only thing is, they did away with wader upper, and replaced it with a built-in 2" adjustable web waist belt, a waterproof zip fly and waterproof zippered hand pockets to create a lightweight, cool and fully functional wading pant. These articulated pants, with patented front and back leg seams, are made to move when you do, for the ultimate in comfort when clambering around river boulders or hiking in to your "secret" stream. The hour glass stockingfeet are hand made from the finest quality 4 mm high density neoprene, so you can expect a great fit inside your boots, as well. Available in 14 sizes, with a repair kit included. Expect the best from Simms, because they deliver.

Specifications:

• 5-layer and 3-layer GORE-TEX® Pro Shell fabric technology
• Patented front and back leg seam construction for enhanced articulation, comfort and durability
• YKK® waterproof zipper fly with snap closure at waistband
• Thermolaminated hand pockets with water resistant zippers - NOT intended for waterproof storage
• Built-in, adjustable 2" nylon web belt
• Patented built-in Guide Model Gravel Guards
• 4mm, high-density Japanese neoprene stockingfeet
• DEET & saltwater resistant
• Repair kit included
• Available in 14 stock sizes: S, SK, M, MS, MK, ML, L (9-11), LS, LL (9-11), LK, XL, XLK, XLL, XXL
• Every pair manufactured in Bozeman, Montana

Leland on Simms Waders

Simms was the pioneer in the fly fishing world, creating the first waterproof/ breathable waders in 1993. Today, Simms is unquestionably the world leader in breathable wading technology, building the most comfortable, best fitting, functional waders that you can buy. Waders are, arguably, the most important piece of fishing gear that you own. They allow you to perform all day long by keeping your body comfortable. And when waders don’t work, you know it right away! That’s why the professional fly fishing guides that you see oaring a drift boat in Montana or wading a bank in British Columbia are most likely wearing Simms. These folks have to rely on their waders, day in and day out. Utilizing the most advanced GORE-TEX fabrics and materials, Simms maintains the highest standards of quality and value with innovative design, construction technologies, and most importantly, skilled craftsmen. And Simms, located in the heart of trout country in Bozeman, Montana, is the only U.S. manufacturer. Their twenty or so competitors’ waders are all made in the same two factories in China. Of these, Simms is the only one to water-test every single pair of waders that leaves their factory. Trust your wading comfort to the leader; Simms.

Leland on Simms Fly Fishing Products

It's funny how childhood memories can influence one's life! Just ask K.C. Walsh of Simms Fishing Products about the underlying theme of his company and its location. He'll tell you it was because his grandfather took him fly fishing in Bozeman, MT as a young man. Funny how what started as a desire by K.C. to work in the fly fishing industry, turned into the design of the world's best fishing waders. Funny how that vision of wader design transformed a company into one that now manufacturers what is considered by many to be the finest collection of fly fishing –outdoor wear in the entire industry. Funny? Not really. Just great concepts and a lot of hard work: Welcome to Simms Fishing Products! At Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters, we carry and use only the best fly fishing gear. There’s not enough time in our hurried world to worry about whether our chest waders or rain jackets are going to leak. We talk with K.C. quite frequently and love to listen about his passion for developing the most useful and highest quality fly fishing gear. We at Leland have toured the Simms factory, attended their numerous product seminars, and vigorously used and field tested their equipment and we can tell you flat out; K.C. is doing it right!

Simms on their Simms G3 Guide Pant

An update to an old SIMMS favorite, the Guide Pant offers the durability that you love in a pant - when you just don't need a chest high wader.

Simms on Simms

Simms waders continue to evolve with innovative new fabrics and design elements. GORE-TEX® Pro Shell fabric is a major technical advancement. You’ll also see several enhancements and new additions to our line – from the G3 Guide™ Convertible to a completely new Women’s GORE-TEX® Wader. However, as our waders progress, one thing remains unchanged – each and every Simms wader is designed, manufactured and tested in Bozeman, Montana with the underlying premise to keep anglers dry and comfortable.

Technical Fabrics: Quadralam™ Fabric Technology: Our proprietary polyurethane fabric, QuadraLam™ is a 4-layer fabric that features bi-component construction utilizing a membrane and coating that absorbs sweat and pumps moisture away from the body.

Design: Each Simms wader is designed to allow for fishing comfort in all fishing situations – sitting, kneeling, and hiking. An “ease of use” is built into the measurements. We also offer in the widest range of sizes to accommodate almost every body type. Several of our waders feature Simms’ exclusive patented front and back leg seam construction. This design not only offers unprecedented leg articulation and comfort but also significantly minimizes seam abrasion by removing seams from high-wear areas. All of our waders feature anatomically correct left and right feet utilizing the highest quality, high-density neoprene and seam tape from Japan’s preeminent supplier. Our stockingfeet are constructed with an innovative hourglass seam design for increased durability (excluding the Kid’s GORE-TEX® waders).

Quality Control: Our waders are handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana with at least 22 different members of the production team involved in the making of every wader. We adhere to strict and rigorous methods of inspection to guarantee the highest quality waders. Every pair of Simms waders is completely pressure tested with water before they ever leave Bozeman to ensure the lowest leakage and return rates in the industry. "To ensure maximum performance, every pair of Simms waders is designed, manufactured and tested in Bozeman, Montana. At least 22 different members of our production team are involved in making each pair of waders. And all Simms waders utilized advanced technologies and fabrics, providing the kind of durability, functionality, and comfort that have made them the choice of professional guides.

"Why do professional guides choose Simms? Because we take pride in what we make, and products have been designed to go the distance. Our in-house design team has a combined 50 years of experience in making durable technical outerwear. We work closely with top material suppliers from around the globe, and continually test both our new and old products in the lab and out in the field to make sure we meet or exceed your expectations. Nothing pleases us more than to see our products, like those on the guides featured in out catalog and on our website, go the distance.”

“The thrill of discovering a pristine stream after a long hike into the backcountry, the exhilarations of being on the flats on one of those incredibly clear days, the rush of a crisp morning on a British Columbia river when the steelies are running, these are the memories that keep us tying through the dark winter months, and always find us plotting our next angling season or weekend. At Simms, we never forget that the goal of every committed angler is to stay on the water as long and has often as possible-regardless of the weather. That’s why we never stop looking for new ways to keep you dry and comfortable. Whether you’re waist deep in a drizzling snow on the Missouri or scouting the Keys in the sweltering heat of a June afternoon. So for all those who will be out there earlier, longer and later, we’ve got just one thing to say: "Your Gear is Ready - Simms, The Choice of Professional Guides Worldwide”.

Simms on Conservation

“IF YOU COULD PASS JUST ONE THING DOWN TO YOUR KIDS, WHAT WOULD IT BE?”

“Fishing is dependent on clean water, healthy ecosystems and just as important, people who care about conservation and resource preservation. It is the responsibility of everyone who enjoys angling to help protect and enhance our fresh and saltwater fisheries. After all, what greater inheritance would we leave future generations? Supporting local, regional, and national conservation organizations is certainly an important role that angles can play in caring for our fishing resources. However, one area of vital concern, and one that all anglers can easily help do something about, is the spread of aquatic invasive species. These “hitchhikers”, including New Zealand mud snails, Didymo and whirling disease are having an enormous effect on rivers across the United States and are directly linked to reduced trout populations. Unfortunately, anglers are part of the problem, given that invasive species are spread by “hitchhiking” on waders, wading boots, drift boats, trailers and other gear. YOU CAN HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES IN THREE EASY STEPS: 1) Thoroughly rinse all fishing gear -including waders, boots, boats, and boat trailers- in clean freshwater upon leaving a water source. Never travel from one river to another without clean gear. 2) Air-dry gear before moving to another body of water. 3) Tell other anglers about this problem and what they can do to help.”  For More information, visit www.protectyourwaters.com or www.simmsfishing.com.