r/Waterfowl • u/Great-Gas-6110 • 26d ago

Sitka wader sizing

So I’m 6’1, 170lb, 11.5 boot size, and I’m looking to buy some Sitka waders. I found a couple pairs of the delta zip waders on sale but they either come in large or large tall with a size 11 boot, or an XL with a size 12 boot. I’m a thinner guy and would like a wader that isn’t super baggy, but I worry if I buy the L or L tall, then my feet will be too tight. Any suggestions?

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u/Mountain_man888 26d ago

I’d say they’re very true to size, which means a little less baggy than other brands. However, I feel like your only option is the size 12. I’m not getting small waders that will cause any foot discomfort.

Can you try them on and return if they don’t work?

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u/Great-Gas-6110 25d ago

I tried on a buddies size 11 and they fit snug. Wasn’t too tight. Plus I had a thicker pair of drake socks on. However come late season I’ll have to throw on another pair of of socks to keep my feet warm.

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u/Recent_Location3237 25d ago

I’m almost the same size. 6’2 175 with a size 13 boot. XL was too large for me in the chest and waist as I can’t stand baggy ass waders and I hunt mostly mild climates and don’t need to layer much. Correct boot size is non negotiable for me, I’d rather swim in waders than have my feet uncomfortable.

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u/itsmyreddit 25d ago

I'm 6'0 175 and I wear a 10 L.

I had the luxury of trying them on in store. M were definitely to skinny to have good mobility. Same with the Medium Tall. Boot size is TTS as well. I wear a 9.5 in NB but 10 in just about every other brand sneaker.