If you are going to be spending a lot of time in your waders Simms are the only choice. I have used everything else out there (except for the Cloudveils, which also review very good comments). Next to Simms, Patagonias have lasted me the longest. I got about 50 days last year on my Patagonias before they were just wore out. The Cabelas and Hodgman waders just don't hold up to the long hours I spend in my waders. I spend a lot of time fishing in my waders, and even more time in waders during work. Just remember that no breathable wader will hold up to crashing through berry patches and brush. Usually you can find the Simms Classic Guides on ebay for a few bucks cheaper than the shops.