The right footwear can completely change your experience while wet wading.
One of our favorite options is the Simms Pursuit Shoe. It is the ultimate wet-wading cross trainer powered by an upstanding in-river grip that's equally at home on the deck, paddle board, or however you plan to enjoy your time on the water.
Lightweight options are fantastic but for those who want continued support with a lightweight boot during the summer months, the Patagonia Forra has become a guide and customer favorite for those exact reasons. Lightweight with a rugged durable sole for hiking and boulder hopping on summer days and full support along the way.
Another newer option on the market for lightweight boot options perfect for wade season, the Simms Access Boot. Built with relentless dual Vibram compound in G.O.A.T. construction, this boot offers unmatched stability, unparalleled grip, and next-level comfort, while remaining extremely lightweight.