Patagonia Rio Gallegos Waders
The Rio Gallegos Waders are the the toughest, most puncture-resistant waterproof/breathable wader on the planet. They combine the finest level of durability while offering a a new level of comfort and convenience. In other words, the ultimate wader. We started by strategically placing varying weights of our proprietary waterproof/breathable polyester microfiber fabric package with H2No® Hydrostorm barrier according to specific breathability or toughness needs. The result? Max durability and flexibility without resorting to excessive heavy, sweat-trapping multiple layers. Our revolutionary, re-engineered merino wool grid-lined neoprene booties wick perspiration and create guilt-inducing levels of foot comfort. The 3mm neoprene maintains the warmth of 5 mm neoprene. Our new innovative internal suspension system allows easy conversion to waist height and - this is critical - quick relief without having to remove your jacket or fight sticky zippers. Upper exterior glued in water repellent zip at chest provides ample storage for quick access to tippets, nippers, chap stick. An interior, clear welded TPU pocket provides waterproof security to cell phone, camera and keys. More features: sculpted upper for reduced drag in heavy currents, anatomically designed left and right legs and booties, built in fabric gravel guards with abrasion-resistant scuff zones and high-filtration mesh drain strip. Exterior reinforcement tape on interior leg and crotch provides unsurpassed abrasion resistance where it is needed most.
Details
- Polyester microfiber shell, with a proprietary waterproof/breathable H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) finish, is highly durable and puncture resistant without excessive multiple layers or added weight; exterior seam reinforcements on interior inseam of legs for superior abrasion resistance
- Re-engineered, waist-mounted suspender allows easy conversion from chest to waist height, and provides quick relief without having to remove jacket or fight hard-to-operate zippers; TPU slide and lock design on front and back of suspenders offers security when wading deep and for roll down, waist high comfort
- Completely redesigned fit for right and left booties; 3mm neoprene booties are lined with our patent pending merino wool grid, which provides the same warmth and better breathability than 5mm neoprene
- Built-in, heavyweight reinforcement fabric gravel guards with abrasion resistance scuff zones and high filtration drain strip; 1¼" gripper elastic gravel guard cuffs; concealed stainless steel, locking boot hooks secure cuff to boot and avoid line catch
- Inside welded TPU waterproof pocket provides waterproof protection to camera, cell phone, etc; chest pocket with H2No-treated zipper allows quick access to tippet spools, nippers, and floatant
- Stretch Wading Belt with a quick-release DuraFlex® Stealth-V buckle provides smooth function and an easy adjustable fit
- Field repair kit included
- Upper: 3-layer, 5.2-oz 50-denier twill-woven polyester microfiber shell with a proprietary waterproof/breathable H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge DWR finish. Lower torso seat and legs: 3-layer, 8.2 oz polyester double weave microfiber reinforcement fabric with proprietary waterproof/breathable H2No Hydrostorm barrier and Deluge DWR finish. Abrasion resistant reinforcement tape on interior leg seams. Gravel guards: 6.35-oz polyester microfiber double weave with Deluge DWR finish. Abrasion resistant reinforcement patches on interior of gravel guard and a high filtration polyester mesh (100% recycled) drainage strip. Booties: Patent pending merino wool grid-lined 3mm neoprene with abrasion-resistant fabric soles. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
- 1227 g (43.3 oz)
- Made in China.
Material
3-layer H2No® fabrics are waterproof and breathable by virtue of an advanced combination of elements: a water-repellent shell fabric, a waterproof barrier and an interior scrim fabric. This fabric package is completely waterproof, windproof, breathable and very durable.Technology
H2No® Barrier is Patagonia's standard for 100% waterproof and breathable protection in our shell garments. H2No is created by adding a waterproof and breathable laminate or coating to a high performance protective fabric. This fabric package blocks wind and water on the outside while allowing water vapor generated by your body to escape – keeping you warm, dry and comfortable.
Price: $449.00