04-23-2010, 06:44 PM
I was skeptical about the vibram sole's performance as well. I purchased mine before a trip to New Zealand because they outlawed felt there. I also use boot foot by the way. Anyway if I've noticed a difference at all I'd have to give a slight edge to the vibram. I don't recall slipping in them ever in the 15 months I've had them. Didn't slip a lot in felt but never went 15 months without recalling a few slips before. I gave up on premium waders because I tear all of them up in a couple years no matter how much I spend on them. I got my current pair at Cabelas but there wasn't much of a selection for bootfoot waders in January and got the only pair that fit me right before going on my trip. Not even sure the brand or model off the top of my head. Maybe a few others can chime in about how they are doing with the switch away from felt.
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