While out in Bozeman last October, I spent a couple of mornings at the
Skwala
headquarters
(T.F.M. post) in Bozeman and was able to put hands on all of the upcoming releases,
including the new
Backeddy Wader
which went live this week. Actually, out of everything that I was shown,
the three Backeddy pieces, which included these waders, jacket, and vest, were
the most interesting.
Even with incredible competition in
the breathable wader market, the Backeddy Wader are going to be absolute
winners due to their well-designed fit, features, and performance. I
can't wait to get into a pair sometime this year to demo and review.
And yes, $699 hurts but I've long prescribed to the 'Buy Once, Cry
Once' philosophy. The design team at Skwala is putting a lot of effort
into design and sourcing the absolute best tested performance fabrics in all that they offer. I've seen and experienced it with everything
that I've worn so far.
From the Skwala presser...
Skwala Fishing announces a new member of its vaunted wader lineup. The Backeddy Wader hits participating retailers and online today and is sure to bolster the brand’s reputation as making the world’s finest fly fishing apparel.
The new Backeddy Wader borrows some of its heritage from its sibling, the award-winning RS Wader. The Backeddy Wader utilizes the same 4-layer waterproof/breathable laminate with DWR finish, and ultra-dense 100% polyester microfiber double weave face textile found in the RS Wader. The Backeddy Wader also comes with Skwala’s unique gravel gaiters, renowned articulation that provides freedom of movement, anatomically patterned, fully glued and taped 4mm neoprene booties with an abrasion resistant sole panel, and incredibly comfortable shoulder yoke system.
From that point, the Backeddy Wader deviates to carve its own niche in the company’s wader lineup. Two years in the making, this wader delivers unique, thoughtful solutions to complicated problems: Magnetic shoulder yoke attachments eliminate line-catching buckles while still providing Skwala waders’ well-known ease when getting in and out. Removable knee pads provide anglers with cushion for close-quarters streambed creeping on wary trout.
A pass-through kangaroo chest pocket provides shelter for chilly hands and features dual-sided zippers to prevent hang ups on oar-handles while rowing. An additional zippered drop top pocket holds your phone or other necessities. Skwala even added the popular side dump-pockets from their technical sun hoodies for quick, secure access to tippet, floatant, split shot, indicators, or other small items.
“The Backeddy Wader is the result of our team examining the features that anglers need to create a better day on the water,” says Kevin Sloan, Skwala’s CEO + Founder. “While still maintaining the Skwala wader DNA, the team did a great job of developing a wader that we think will quickly become an industry standout.”
The Backeddy Wader is available online at SkwalaFishing.com and at select Skwala Retailers across the United States.
About Skwala
Skwala builds gear for fly anglers who are constantly pushing the limits of their fishing adventures. Spearheaded by founder Kevin Sloan, the Skwala team is obsessed with innovation that utilizes leading materials, thoughtful design, and unsurpassed construction. Skwala builds gear that is built to fish and always ready for the task at hand. Check out the gear line-up at www.skwalafishing.com.
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