Enjoyed the review! Question for you. You mentioned that you have the Simms boot size 12 with a 12-13 stockingfoot. Is that correct? May I ask what's your normal shoe size? I was looking at the Simms size guide, and I thought you would need a size 13 boot if your normal shoe size is 12. Sorry, I can't try them before buying. I will be buying online, so I am trying to understand what size I need... If you can help.
I am a normal size 11 for most shoes. Usually you would go a size up from your normal shoe size. You could always order the two sizes in question and then return the other pair. You would be out the money for a little while but, Simms return policy is quite simple and fast.
Switched from Simms to Andrew Creek boots. These are Italian made boots. Previously had Simms g3 (was dissapointment, cause 200 $ shoes lasted bit more than 2 seasons). With Andrew it whould third season, no issues at all. No gravel or sand inside the boot compared to so other boots. They are not of the lightweight category, but if someone is looking for robust boot, for heavy conditions these might be considered for the choise
I find the gravel guards on the waders make the biggest difference for sand/rocks. The new G3 waders have a really nice guard on them. As far as boots, these boots have been going strong for me. I can see myself getting a few years out of these.
@@HobieWanKenobi at the moment I have Redington sonic waders and I changed wading boots, so gravel guards should not have any impact. I mainly fish in rivers, where we have more sand and it looks like Andrew boots get less sand. From previous experience gravel often gets in boot through drainage hols. Some boots doesn't have mesh in those holes. So if someone is picking some cheaper boots, or unknown brand I would suggest to pay attention to it.
I have the previous model flyweight boots but I hate them. Ive had 1 pair already replaced by simms and my 2nd pair is also destroyed. The seams have started to burst completely at the side and all of the string strap grooves have wore away and the laces have torn in half. Bad boot to use if you fish more than 3 or 4 times a week. Went back to using the simms freestone boots which are much better
I will keep that in mind. I decided to give these a try and share my thoughts and experiences to give people some insight before deciding to purchase them.
@@HobieWanKenobi I dried my boots after every use but it didn't seem to make any difference. Being so light i guess there isnt much durability with them. They'd be fine for anglers who fish maybe once per week or a couple times per month. I myself definitely need to stick with leather
@@simonharkness4522 I fish quite a bit so, hopefully myself and others have better experiences than you had. There are some improvements with the Access over the original Flyweights. Stitching looks to be a little better, dial pull tabs in the rear, higher rubber toe...
I use to do simms but i have change over to korkers. Imo korkers maybe slightly heavier but they handle tough and rough environments well and have interchangeable soles which is the ultimate feature along with BOA system.
The Boa for me didn't really lock my foot in and also need adjustments after walking a couple minutes the first leg of a trip. Interchangeable soles sounds nice but, I fish in super mucky areas and others around me have lost soles in the much 😂
@@HobieWanKenobi i guess feet shape can be factor as well. I have wider stub feet so it locks well for me. Korker soles are sturdy and don't come off easliy. I have seen some others that does comeoff with ease. For simms the biggest positive is that it does have good ankle stability. Good for those with weak ankles or heavy set.
if Korkers are better then I don't know if I should look for wading boots anymore cause 2 pairs of Korkers I own absolutely suck. the soles came off on both pairs and I don't use my boots a lot.
@@STILLPHENOM if it comes off for you alot then it either means it was not snug in right. I fish the driftless alot with tons of rocks sand and mud and never once it comes off on me on both the dark wolf and canyon.
I see in japan they dye their nets with rit synthetic die looks super slick. Ever thought about doing that? Esp when the clear starts to yellow@@HobieWanKenobi
If that clear glued material around the upper part of the sole is anything like flyweight lineup, it will start to unglue in few outings. Dirt will get inside, it will crumble, and the shoes will look like something pulled out of a dumpster. They are comfortable, but poorly made. I have both high and low ankle version and they both started to fall apart after 5 trips. From my experience, the G3s are worth getting. Frist pair lasted me 3 years of heavy use. I was thinking of getting the G4s but I have no faith in the clear liner. I have tons of Simms gear and a lot of their recent products just fall part after short time, not to mention some of their design ideas are just plain dumb.
Good to see your comments. I am hopeful that these new Flyweights made improvements using feedback from anglers about the original version. The G3 is a boot was a top contender for me but, I was interested in the new sole for the Flyweight Access boot.
What wading boots are you using right now?
Nice camera. Pretty sharp vid.
Thank you. I saw there were not many videos on this boot, especially on the water. I plan to give mini updates on how they are performing.
Enjoyed the review! Question for you. You mentioned that you have the Simms boot size 12 with a 12-13 stockingfoot. Is that correct? May I ask what's your normal shoe size? I was looking at the Simms size guide, and I thought you would need a size 13 boot if your normal shoe size is 12. Sorry, I can't try them before buying. I will be buying online, so I am trying to understand what size I need... If you can help.
I am a normal size 11 for most shoes. Usually you would go a size up from your normal shoe size.
You could always order the two sizes in question and then return the other pair. You would be out the money for a little while but, Simms return policy is quite simple and fast.
@@HobieWanKenobi Thanks! That was helpful and just what I needed.
Glad to be able to have helped.
Switched from Simms to Andrew Creek boots. These are Italian made boots. Previously had Simms g3 (was dissapointment, cause 200 $ shoes lasted bit more than 2 seasons). With Andrew it whould third season, no issues at all. No gravel or sand inside the boot compared to so other boots. They are not of the lightweight category, but if someone is looking for robust boot, for heavy conditions these might be considered for the choise
I find the gravel guards on the waders make the biggest difference for sand/rocks. The new G3 waders have a really nice guard on them. As far as boots, these boots have been going strong for me. I can see myself getting a few years out of these.
@@HobieWanKenobi at the moment I have Redington sonic waders and I changed wading boots, so gravel guards should not have any impact. I mainly fish in rivers, where we have more sand and it looks like Andrew boots get less sand. From previous experience gravel often gets in boot through drainage hols. Some boots doesn't have mesh in those holes. So if someone is picking some cheaper boots, or unknown brand I would suggest to pay attention to it.
@@pauliuskaralis6734 Good points with the sand. It can lead to abrasion pretty quick if left unchecked
Any update on how they are holding up? Like others have said, the last model fell apart quickly on me.
Mine are fine still. A slight amount of sole wear but, not nearly as bad as I expected.
I have the previous model flyweight boots but I hate them. Ive had 1 pair already replaced by simms and my 2nd pair is also destroyed. The seams have started to burst completely at the side and all of the string strap grooves have wore away and the laces have torn in half. Bad boot to use if you fish more than 3 or 4 times a week.
Went back to using the simms freestone boots which are much better
I will keep that in mind. I decided to give these a try and share my thoughts and experiences to give people some insight before deciding to purchase them.
@@HobieWanKenobi I dried my boots after every use but it didn't seem to make any difference. Being so light i guess there isnt much durability with them. They'd be fine for anglers who fish maybe once per week or a couple times per month. I myself definitely need to stick with leather
@@simonharkness4522 I fish quite a bit so, hopefully myself and others have better experiences than you had. There are some improvements with the Access over the original Flyweights. Stitching looks to be a little better, dial pull tabs in the rear, higher rubber toe...
I use to do simms but i have change over to korkers. Imo korkers maybe slightly heavier but they handle tough and rough environments well and have interchangeable soles which is the ultimate feature along with BOA system.
The Boa for me didn't really lock my foot in and also need adjustments after walking a couple minutes the first leg of a trip. Interchangeable soles sounds nice but, I fish in super mucky areas and others around me have lost soles in the much 😂
@@HobieWanKenobi i guess feet shape can be factor as well. I have wider stub feet so it locks well for me. Korker soles are sturdy and don't come off easliy. I have seen some others that does comeoff with ease. For simms the biggest positive is that it does have good ankle stability. Good for those with weak ankles or heavy set.
@@zajdabneeg These Flyweight Access boots been treating me nice so far. Long term durability will be reported later.
if Korkers are better then I don't know if I should look for wading boots anymore cause 2 pairs of Korkers I own absolutely suck. the soles came off on both pairs and I don't use my boots a lot.
@@STILLPHENOM if it comes off for you alot then it either means it was not snug in right. I fish the driftless alot with tons of rocks sand and mud and never once it comes off on me on both the dark wolf and canyon.
What is your net setup? Looks interesting!
Handy Pak Net, Ghost Series
I see in japan they dye their nets with rit synthetic die looks super slick. Ever thought about doing that? Esp when the clear starts to yellow@@HobieWanKenobi
I use patagonia river salt wading boots , paired with simms G3’s waders
These are the previous generation G3 I am wearing. I really like them. Breathable for me, increased durability for busting through brush.
If that clear glued material around the upper part of the sole is anything like flyweight lineup, it will start to unglue in few outings. Dirt will get inside, it will crumble, and the shoes will look like something pulled out of a dumpster. They are comfortable, but poorly made. I have both high and low ankle version and they both started to fall apart after 5 trips.
From my experience, the G3s are worth getting. Frist pair lasted me 3 years of heavy use. I was thinking of getting the G4s but I have no faith in the clear liner.
I have tons of Simms gear and a lot of their recent products just fall part after short time, not to mention some of their design ideas are just plain dumb.
Good to see your comments. I am hopeful that these new Flyweights made improvements using feedback from anglers about the original version. The G3 is a boot was a top contender for me but, I was interested in the new sole for the Flyweight Access boot.
Worst boots I ever had! Slippery as all hell
Dang...I still find them to have great grip, even on snow/ice.