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Hip, waist and chest waders: the differences

Hip waders are worn as separate legs; waist waders reach the waist, and chest waders extend to the chest. These are different forms of coverage. Choose according to the work, fit and intended-use information rather than garment height alone.

Start with coverage and movement

For hip waders, check upper-leg and strap fit. Waist waders also need a good waist fit; chest waders add body and shoulder-fitting checks. Height alone does not establish suitability for a particular job, so review the chosen model against your working conditions.

  • Determine boot size separately from garment measurements.
  • Check leg and body fit over your clothing.
  • Review the straps or upper fittings of the specific model.

Compare pattern and boot construction

Plain, reed, forest and camouflage options use different model codes. In the Taslan chest-wader range, THK-1000 and STHK-1010 have PVC boots, while THK-1010 has PU boots. Compare the boot material and fittings as well as the pattern.

Make the product type clear in your enquiry

The word “overall” can refer to a full rain coverall or a different booted garment. Specify the product type, model code, boot size and intended use together. Add body-fit requirements when enquiring about a booted garment.

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