New Guns and Gear for 2025: Waders, Boots, and Bibs
From flooded timber to frozen fields, this gear is built for it—check out the best waders, boots, and bibs for 2025
July 01, 2025 •
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Woody Woodliff
1. Drake Waterfowl BMF Kevlar Wader
Drake went back to the drawing board with their full-zip waders and came up with the Ballistic Material Fabrication (BMF) line, built with four-layer waterproof, breathable, microporous nylon; spandex stretch upper material; six-layer abrasion-resistant leg and seat material; and Primaloft insulation. Available in several camo patterns. drakewaterfowl.com
2. Chêne Gear Floodline Utility Boot
These rugged boots from Chêne deliver the performance of traditional rubber knee boots in a practical and functional slip-on design. Ready to tackle muddy terrain, they feature a proprietary EVA midsole, Comfortech PU innersole, rubber non-slip outer sole, and neoprene mesh liner for breathability. chenegear.com
3. Chêne Grove Boots
Chêne’s new seven-inch pull-on Grove Boots are designed to be stylish and functional. Single-stitched soles and double-stitched uppers of Crazy Horse full-grain cowhide leather create a boot for all-day comfort and stability. These boots also feature an Insite insole and a Rubberlon outer sole for balance and durability. chenegear.com
4. Drake Waterfowl BMF Pit Bib
These abrasion- and puncture-resistant bibs are waterproof, windproof, and breathable, creating a heavy-duty exterior coupled with a Primaloft-insulated interior for all-day comfort. Other notable features include D30 P12 knee pads, articulated knees and seat, Magnattach chest and hand-warmer pockets, and full elastic suspenders with low-profile quick-release buckles. drakewaterfowl.com
5. Drake Waterfowl BMF Rubber Boots
Available in 17-inch or seven-inch models, these ultralight boots are constructed of 6mm neoprene with abrasion-resistant Spandura. The 17-inch boots come with 1,600 grams of Primaloft insulation while the seven-inch pair includes 800 grams of insulation. drakewaterfowl.com
6. Dive Bomb Zip Duck Hunting Waders
These waders from Dive Bomb combine durable four-layer breathable uppers with reinforced boots boasting 1,200 grams of Thinsulate. Other features include a YKK front zipper, padded knees and shins, fleece-lined hand-warmer pockets, a reinforced seat, and a flexible no-buckle shoulder strap system. Available in Covert Green, Otter Brown, and Field Tan. divebombindustries.com
7. Banded Black Label Elite Featherflex Rubber Boots
These 100 percent waterproof boots feature an ultra-lightweight design and a smooth comfort liner that wicks moisture. Other highlights include a kick-off heel plate and an RZ-Traction design that is anatomically molded to match foot movement and improve traction and stability. banded.com
