In the last 3 seasons I have been through 2 pair of simms breathables (light weight and guide weight), 1 cabelas (cheapo pair), 1 ll bean (they were out of stock but will be replacing in jan when they restock), 1 pair of neoprenes (can't think of the name right now, they were pretty pricey though) and i have a pair of hodgeman neoprene's that i have been wearing recently. so far so good, but only about 15-20 trips in them. they are really warm though, it was great on the 30 degree nights we had the first weekend of nov, but im anxious to get my breathables back. it seems to me that any pair of waders are going to break down after enough use.im

for a good pair though.
check out cloudeville i have heard they are decent, pricey though.