I made more than expected last year and spent some of the $$$ on chene waders . It wasnt worth it.
The waders are comfortable and have some nice features. I think my favorite was the inside magnetic pockets, life is a lot easier when I am not worried about dropping my phone in murky water trying to answer a text from my wife. The boots are really solid, and have good tread that makes walking in muck easier. The waders leaked a little bit out of the box. The zipper also makes peeing easier. They do leak a bit, I have chased the seams trying to completely waterproof, but cant seem to get everything in the legs so I just accepted that my pants will be a bit damp every hunt.
Overall, they just arent 3x as good as the rogers or cabelas neoprene and breathable waders I have bought in the past, and I wouldnt buy them again unless I start making a lot more money. Usually the cheaper options will last me around 3 years before I wear them out and need to buy a new pair. I may revisit this opinion if the new ones are still going 8 years from now, but I have my doubts.
