Simms Fishing
Simms is a fishing company.
Founded on the pillars of innovation we strive to build the highest quality products to keep anglers dry, comfortable, and protected from the elements - no matter the conditions.
The company was the brainchild of visionary angler John Simms who saw a need to develop better waders and accessories than what was then available on the market. That quest led to the development of Simms Fishing Products in 1980. During that era, Simms was one of the first companies worldwide to introduce neoprene waders, which provided enhanced warmth and waterproofing gear for serious anglers pushing the limits of their fishing pursuits.
In 1993, current owner, K.C. Walsh, a passionate angler and entrepreneur, acquired the company and relocated it to Bozeman. Under Walsh’s leadership, Simms introduced breathable waders in a trailblazing partnership with W.L. Gore & Associates (makers of GORE-TEX® fabric).
With staunch commitment to U.S.-based manufacturing and business ideals, Simms cemented its Bozeman roots in 2012 with a new 60,000-square-foot facility housing corporate headquarters, warehouses, and its production facility. This expansion provides elbowroom to drive product innovation and solidifies Simms as the sole fishing wader manufacturer in the USA.
Today, Simms continues to take the fishing market by storm with a trained eye on fisheries conservation and inspired product development of the world's premier technical fishing apparel, footwear, and equipment.
Simms Challenger Flip Flop
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At the helm, in the sand, or kicking your feet up on the cooler, the Challenger Flip Flop is the ultra-comfy, extra-grippy answer for whatever happens when it all comes together.
- Dynamic engineered knit straps provide unmatched comfort when wet or dry.
- Simms Right-Angle Footbed provides all-day comfort
- Micro-siped, Simms proprietary outsole provides great slip resistance.
Simms Flyweight Access Wet Wading Shoe
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Kick your fishing adventures into all-terrain mode with the lightweight, agile Flyweight Access Wet Wading Shoe — made with quick-dry materials and featuring Vibram Idrogrip Lite Flex soles for ultra-sticky performance across the slickest conditions.
- High-top construction with integrated and adjustable gasket seal at ankle height to keep out sand and gravel
- Vibram Idrogrip Flex outsole for supreme in-river stability
- Integrated holes for optimal drainage
- Quick-adjust lacing system with built-in lace garages allow quick fit adjustment and prevents line snag
ITEM #: PG-13268
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Simms Freestone Wading Boot Felt - New
$ 199.95
Defined by proven support, determined traction and rugged durability, the time-tested Freestone® Boot powers through a full range of wading conditions.
- Waterproof, synthetic scratch leather upper with toe and heel reinforcement
- Partial neoprene lining for comfort and easy on/off
- Dual density EVA midsole for a comfortable ride underfoot
- 12mm felt outsole is fully compatible with Simms Hardbite Felt Studs
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Simms G3 Guide™ Wading Boot Felt - 2023 - On-Sale
$ 209.97 $ 299.95
A guide-quality felt-soled wading boot that provides the support, traction and durability you need to negotiate varied river beds and the trails that get you there day in and day out.
DESCRIPTION
Time spent on the river is knowledge. And the more time you spend on the river, the more your gear needs to perform at a high level. Our G3 Guide™ Wading Boot is designed with working guides in mind. This means the support, traction and durability that 200-plus days on the river demand. The boot features big-time ankle support and an enhanced feel underfoot to help you get to hard-to-reach places. Our RiverTread™ build gives you more feeling under your boot, so the unseen becomes easier to navigate without compromising on the overall support or traction of the boot. With proven durability to handle the wear and tear of hiking and wading day in and day out, the G3 Guide™ Boot gives your confidence to move across rocky river bottoms anywhere in the world.
FEATURES
- Waterproof nubuck leather & Lace‐to‐toe upper
- High abrasion textile with full scratch rubber rand
- Molded external TPU heel counter & heel clip
- Dual‐density midsole for shock absorption
- ESS plates for improved cleat retention & proprioception
MEN'S WADING BOOT SIZE CHART
To allow proper room for the neoprene stockingfoot, find your regular shoe size in the right-hand columns and order the corresponding Simms Boot in the first column. This will typically be one size up from your normal shoe size for men and one size down for women (ie: a women's USA size 8 would take a men's boot size 7).
(Simms Boot size 5 will fit a Youth Size 4, etc.)
| SIMMS WADING BOOT SIZE |
USA SIZE |
EURO SIZE |
UK SIZE |
CM SIZE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5** | 4 | 37 | 3 | 22 |
| 6** | 5 | 38 | 4 | 23 |
| 7 | 6 | 39 | 5 | 24 |
| 8 | 7 | 40 | 6 | 25 |
| 9 | 8 | 41 | 7 | 26 |
| 10 | 9 | 42 | 8 | 27 |
| 11 | 10 | 43 | 9 | 28 |
| 12 | 11 | 44 | 10 | 29 |
| 13 | 12 | 45 | 11 | 30 |
| 14 | 13 | 46 | 12 | 31 |
GUIDE BOOT CARE:
For proper cleaning of your footwear to descrease the likelihood of spreading Aquatic Invasive Species, please reference our CleanStream™ page.
Guide boots are made water-repellent full grain Nubuck leather. They require little maintenance but should be cleaned and dried.
If using in saltwater always clean and rinse to prevent corrosion.
Use a brush to remove dust and dirt. Choose an old vegetable brush or toothbrush. For maximum thoroughness, remove laces prior to cleaning. Use specialized boot cleaner, saddle soap or maybe a mild dishwashing soap with luke-warm water.
Do not use bar soap or detergents.
Do not place wet boots close to a heat source (fireplace, campfire, wood stove, radiator, heater, sunny windowsill) as this can weaken adhesives and cause materials to become brittle or shrink.
Dry using natural methods (air dry) and try to keep them out of the sun for long periods of time. Boots dry faster when positioned upside-down. If desired, stuff a sheet or two of newspaper into each boot to absorb moisture. Change the paper each hour.
If you see any mold on your boots, brush in a mixture of 80% water and 20% vinegar.
Over time the use of leather conditioners may provide increased water repellency and can prevent cracking and drying of the leather.
Store boots in a place where temperatures are stable and normal. Do not store boots in attics, garages, car trunks or any unventilated spaces.
Never put boot in washing machine.
