For somebody who keeps tabs on the best new fly-fishing gear, I still rely on plenty of old standbys. A Winston LTX I purchased 20-plus years ago, for example, is still my favorite 5-weight rod. When ...

Finally, a lightweight wader that is strong enough to take the abuse I dish out, packable and light for easy travel, and convertible from pants to bibs. I've been waiting a long time for this: wader ...

Fishing waders are indispensable gear for any angler who’s not climbing into a boat or fishing off of a dock. They get you into water you couldn’t reach from shore, or with hip waders. They keep you ...

The below waders were tested by Outdoor Life staff and writers while hunting and fishing. Durability, fit, and comfort were the key attributes tested.