Hodgman H5 Stockingfoot Waders
hodgman.com | $199.95
We were impressed with our sneak peek at the new line of waders coming from Hodgman in 2015. The top pick for the surfcaster appears to be the H5, which are made with a rugged 5-layer design in the seat and legs.
LL Bean Kennebec Waders
www.llbean.com | $229
Redesigned to be lighter and more watertight than its predecessors, a super-adhesive eliminates seam stitches where leaks occur and allows greater freedom of motion.
Redington SonicDry Waders
www.redington.com | $399.95
When your waders fail, odds are it’s the seams that do them in. Tiny stitch holes stretch and expand over time, letting water in. Redington eliminated this problem by eliminating stitches in their sonic-welded waders.
Simms G4 Pro Stockingfoot Waders
www.simmsfishing.com | $699.95
To survive the surf, waders better be tough. A five-layer Gore-Tex Pro Shell in the seat, legs and waist resists punctures from striper spines, abraision from rocks and tearing from frequent use.
Gear Up Surfcasting 3-Tube Bag
gearupsurfcasting.com | $189.95
Gear Up makes a two-, three- and four-tube surf bag, along with two different pouches for bucktails and eels. Made with two layers of Dacron sailcloth, it’s nearly impossible to put a hook through them. Available in black or white.
BW Sports Surf Pack mMedum
www.bwsports.com | $36.99
The Surf Pack is not as heavy duty as some of the custom surf bags, but adequate for sandy beach and jetty fishing with nine 2-inch tubes to hold an assortment of plugs. Made from rugged 600-denier polyester, it won’t be easy to put a hook through this surf bag.
Commando Surfcasting Cube 4-Tube Bag
commandosurfcasting.com | $249.99
The unique design of the Cube bag makes it easy to wear and easy to tuck in the small of your back while casting. Made with double-layer heavy-duty material and nine stainless steel grommets in the main bag for fast drainage.
Flatlander Surfcasting 3-Tube Bag
flatlandersurf.com | $220
Designed and built to order from heavy-duty Dacron sailcloth with an interchangeable accessories, Flatlander Surfcasting make truly custom bags designed to fit your surfcasting needs.
Korkers Casttrax
korkers.com | $99.99
Get a grip on your perch with a studded sole like the Korkers Casttrax, which is fitted with carbide spikes to bite into rock and hold your spot. The rubber overshoe can be snugged to your boot and will stay in place even when doing the sidestroke to get back to shore.
Olympia RG245
olympiaproducts.com | $59.99
One item wetsuiters cannot afford to skimp on is a light. Lights for wetsuiting must be rugged and waterproof to at least 2 meters. While many surfcasters prefer headlamps, especially ones with a red light, don’t leave home without a powerful safety light worn on a lanyard around your neck. With five settings including a strobe and a S.O.S. pattern, the light can make sure you get seen should you get into trouble.
Hansom Tackle DK-6 Dive Knife
hansomtackle.com | $29.99
Stray lobster pot lines, discarded braid and any number of underwater debris could put you in a bind when making your way to a distant rock. For that reason, no wetsuiter should be without a dive knife. A locking sheath keeps the blade in place when not in use and a blunt tip prevents accidents.
NRS ATB Wetshoe
nrs.com | $174.99
With its a heavy-duty workboot sole combined with a comfortable and warm neoprene bootie, we’ve found the NRS ATB Wetshoe to be the absolute best footwear for wetsuiting. The booties match well with Korkers when fishing rocks and do fine on their own for fishing sandbars. A thin pair of neoprene socks worn inside the wetshoes will cut down on chaffing and add warmth.
Henderson Thermoprene 5mm Men’s Jumpsuit
hendersonusa.com | $262.99
When selecting a wetsuit for surf fishing, look for durability and flexibility. Whether you go with a one-piece or a john and jacket, 5mm should be the minimum. At any thickness, the Thermoprene is comfortable, warm, and allows a full range of motion that won’t hinder your casting stroke.
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