Here is a rundown off the 2008 Simms wading boot product line. Enjoy.
Simms G3 Guide Boot: This boot is the Rolls Royce of the Simms product line, having supreme comfort, stability, durability, and convenience. With this extensive construction, the boot does sacrifice preferable weight, and obviously, price. Being interiorly lined with neoprene, the G3 not only has a low absorption rate but also, combined with a highly flexible tongue, has a nearly effortless entry and exit. High-density black felt soles are stitched and cemented to the bottom of the boot making for high durability and traction. Personally I think they look like the crew of Apollo 13 may have worn them, but a great boot if you are out for the zenith of comfort and convenience in wading. Retail $179.95
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Simms Guide Wading Boot: Redesigned in 2008, the new Guide Boot has a few more bells and whistles than its predecessor. The boot looks rugged, and acts accordingly; they are just about bomb proof. Excellent ankle support, durability, and longevity of use classify this boot. Similar to the G3 boot, the Guide Boot is interiorly lined with neoprene, adding insulation and ease of entry and exit. Don’t expect the boots to shrink nearly as much as the subsequent model, as the 2008 Guide Boot is constructed with water resistant “no-shrink” leather. Retail $159.95
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Simms Rivershed Wading Boot: Much lighter than the G3 and Guide Boots, the Rivershed is built for the hiking angler. This subtraction of weight does not diminish support or durability, however. The full synthetic construction makes the boot easier to clean and refurbish, and highly decreases the boots absorption rate. Again, interiorly lined with neoprene, the boot is pretty lush and very comfortable to wear. High-density black felt soles also come standard, as well as a full perimeter high-density rubber banding which increases protection and durability. Personally, I think it is the best boot on the Simms line, both in price and utility for the field. Retail $139.95
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Simms Headwaters Wading Boot: I actually just purchased this boot, and honestly, not pleased. Poor stability, poor protection, poor traction, and most definitely not made for a foot with any sort of an arch. This boot replaced the sturdier 2007 model which was dually produced by Keen and Simms. Simms pretty much kept the mold from the previous model, but downgraded the high quality Keen elements with a cheap, shoddy design; very lightweight, yes, but poorly thought out in my opinion. Sorry Simms. Retail $99.95
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Simms Freestone Wading Boot: Redesigned in 2008, it is really just the same old boot; still extremely durable and very affordable. Changes…interiorly lined with neoprene, generous gusseted tongue aiding in ease of entry and exit, full synthetic construction for minimal water absorption, and a new more aesthetic look. Not lightweight by any means, but a great boot at a great price with good support, durability, and comfort. Retail $79.95
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Simms Flats Sneaker: I’m sure there are some ‘good guys’ that happily own this shoe, and I’m sure that in the right situation these genteel sneaks are useful, but let me say this…if you ever catch me wearing them, I give you every right to kick my ass. Retail $99.95 (In the mean time, just buy some Tevas.)
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Simms River Sandal: Great product; I have never encountered a displeased customer owning this shoe. Highly adjustable as far as sandals go, and very comfortable, this wading shoe is also heavy-duty and nearly indestructible. A tough high-density toe guard will protect your dogs with great efficacy in any wading situation, and the textured rubber foot-bed combined with a felt sole yields superb traction on most surfaces. Retail $79.95
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