Stocking foot is nice for the versatility, just make sure the booties fit well. I’m 6’2 and most “XL” sized waders seem like they’re made for guys with size 9 feet(I wear size 12) Simms makes waders that fit just about everybody and they’ll do custom pairs if you need a super unusual size, but you’ll pay dearly for them. I like redington and caddis for fit, redington has a great warranty dept, haven’t had to deal with caddis yet.