River Fishing Kit

A curated selection of the best river fishing gear to use on the waterways across the globe. Our collection features the best fly fishing gear for rivers.

Wading Boots

Our choices here are men’s and women’s-specific Flyweight wading boots and men’s G3 Guide boots.

The new Flyweight® boot is a balanced blend of lightweight, travel-ready performance, grippy Vibram® traction, and no-quit durability that gets it done. Features lightweight durability with TPU-based synthetic woven upper material. Molded, rubber toe wrap and abrasion panels protect against wear and tear. Lace-up closure with reinforced eyelets. High cushion dual-density EVA midsole for comfort and stability. Vibram® Idrogrip with Traction Lug outsole for optimal stability while walking and wading in water. The outsole is compatible with Simms Hardbite and Alumibite Star Cleats and Hardbite cleats/studs. Drain holes to prevent water pooling. Re-soling available.

Made for endurance, comfort and trusted in-river stability, the men’s G3 Guide Boot – Vibram® is the grippy standard worn by far-ranging guides and anglers who live to get it done. Ultra-durable construction utilizes a combination of high-abrasion textile mesh, synthetic and natural rubber with scratch rubber overlays.

Built with a traditional work-boot construction for near permanence in an angler's wading kit, it also features Vibram Idrogrip outsole with Traction Lug offering 20% better wet-slip resistance than standard Idrogrip. Outsole is compatible with Simms Hardbite and Alumibite Star Cleats and Hardbite Studs and re-soling is also available - get a like-new boot for a fraction of the cost.

Waders

Men's G3 Guide stockingfoot waders are our most comfortable, reliable, and performance-driven wader ever. Made with hands, heart and soul and individually tested for waterproofness in the USA, of imported materials, first and foremost, world-renowned GORE-TEX fabric. Updated material lamination package with even more durable, breathable, and comfortable Gore-Tex 3-layer upper and Gore-Tex Pro 4-layer lower.

Adjustable spacer air-mesh suspender system with a fabric suspender divider and integrated webbing attach point for net carry. Top access zippered stretch pocket plus zippered with reach-through micro-fleece-lined hand-warmer chest pocket. The upper organization also includes a removable Tippet-Tender pocket and a zippered stretch-woven interior flank pocket on wearer's left. Built-in low-profile back belt loops with high and low options; 2-inch stretch nylon belt included.

Abrasion-resistant, built-in Gravel Guards and anatomically engineered neoprene stockingfeet with anti-microbial finish. **33% more breathable and 23% more puncture resistant** than previous models already legendary for their comfort, durability and performance.

Men's G3 Guide Wading Pant is for active missions where a full wader seems over-the-top. Rock-hopping mobility makes them a mountain stream staple. And rugged Gore-Tex waterproof breathability means they outlast the elements - so you can embrace yours.

Men's Second Wind Stockingfoot Wader is built in Bozeman, Montana, from upcycled Simms 3-layer and 5-layer G3 wader materials. The Second Wind wader offers tried-and-true Simms guide-level wader DNA in a simplified and minimalist form. This product is upcycled from excess 3-layer upper and 5-layer lower material used on our original G3 waders.

Hoodies

Men's Confluence Hoody - The right decision for indecisive weather, slip into the Men's Confluence Hoody for the kind of fishing finesse and hybrid fleece warmth that acclimates with ease. Recycled, stretch woven face fabric is treated with DWR for water resistance and lined with grid fleece to trap heat.

Five-panel hood with high collar and zippered front closure. The hood fits close to the body and the hood opening has a stretch interior binding for a snug fit.

Also features bonded, water-resistant chest pockets with vertical semi-auto lock zippers for low-profile storage when worn with waders or bibs. Semi-auto lock zippered hand warmer pockets with bonus interior pockets to stow a hat or gloves. Articulated sleeve construction with hydrophobic lower sleeves and DWR for water-resistance.

Men's Bugstopper® Hoody - Mother Nature has her ways of testing our priorities. Biting bugs will challenge the resolve of even the most dedicated angler. Keep those annoying little buggers off your skin with the tech-heavy BugStopper® Hoody. This men's quick-drying hoody sports Insect Shield® for long-lasting relief from biting insects and COR3™ fabric to fight odors and wick moisture to keep you dry through it all. It's rated to UPF 30+ for sun protection, and the arms and shoulders are cut for a full range of motion and a natural cast.

Features long-lasting insect protection, flatlock seam construction for maximum comfort, and articulated hood for head coverage.

Men's and women’s ExStream Pull Over Insulated Hoody - Designed for effortless integration under waders or bibs, this is the quintessential mid-layer for cold fishing days thanks to PrimaLoft® insulation that delivers warmth that won't weigh you down.

PrimaLoft® stays warm in wet environments. Stretch fabric maximizes mobility and range of motion for casting. Lightweight, stretchy pre-baffled fabric for ease of movement and zero snags. Kangaroo-style hand pockets and a zippered chest pocket. Insulated hood with stretch binding. Articulated sleeve and cuff with thumb loops for comfort and added warmth.

Jackets

Men's G4 PRO® Wading Jacket - The highest-tech wading jacket on the water, our updated G4 Pro® brings a GORE-TEX® Pro 3-layer build to the battle and provides a full suite of fishing features for all your on-foot and boat-focused pursuits. This product is intended for severe wet conditions. Made with PFAS chemicals.

Women's G3 Guide™ Fishing Jacket ushers in the next phase of uncompromising fit, function, and performance, taking high tech to the next level with a waterproof 3-layer GORE-TEX build that boosts mobility and defies the elements. This product is also intended for severe wet conditions and made with PFAS chemicals.

Men's Freestone® Wading Jacket - Simms' waterproof-breathable Freestone® Wading Jacket brings versatility to any adventure with a motion enhancing cut, ample pockets for storage and a full-time, single point adjustable storm hood. Built with 3-layer Toray® laminate for waterproof, breathable protection against any storm mother nature presents.