Breathable Wader upkeep

[staktup]

I've used both and noticed a difference. I am not sure what the wash-in types will do to my septic, so I've started using powdered ivory detergent to clean and the Nikwax spray to waterprofof instead.

[piemma]

I have had a pair of LL Bean breathables for 5 years. Never did a thing to them and they are perfect. I live by the axiom "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".

[JFigliuolo]

Originally Posted by piemma

I have had a pair of LL Bean breathables for 5 years. Never did a thing to them and they are perfect. I live by the axiom "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".

What paul said.... I don't think I've ever had a pair of breathables leak except from seams. Granted, I don't fish as hard from the shore as I used to, but I also treat my gear like crap. My waders would stay wet from May - November when I used to fish hard from shore.