Gorge Fly Shop Blog: Simms G3 Guide Wading Boots - Vibram

Dec 11, 2017

Simms G3 Guide Wading Boots - Vibram - New for 2018

Simms G3 Guide Boots has set the industry standard to beat.

Toughness and durability has always been the winning factor. The New for 2018 Simms G3 Guide Boot features the RiverTread platform in both Vibram and Felt models. This build platform gives the angler feel under the feet for enhanced confidence in navigating rocky river bottoms. Another enhancement to the New G3 Guide Boot is an improved ESS plate that helps to secure studs and cleats.

Simms Traction

Vibram Tread Soles accepts three possible traction devices. AlumiBite Cleats fit tightly in specified areas of the sole and provide great slime cutting ability. HardBite Studs can be used alone or added in conjunction with the other star shaped options. The HardBite Star Cleats utilizes carbide chips welded in place which greatly aids in tough wading conditions.

Left to right - AlumiBite Cleat, HardBite studs, HardBite Star cleat

Simms Product Description

Time spent on the river is knowledge. And the more time you spend on the river, the more your gear needs to perform at a high level. Our G3 Guide™ Wading Boot is designed with working guides in mind. This means the support, traction and durability that 200-plus days on the river demand. The boot features big-time ankle support and an enhanced feel underfoot to help you get to hard-to-reach places. Our Rivertread® build gives you more feeling under your boot, so the unseen becomes easier to navigate without compromising on the overall support or traction of the boot. With proven durability to handle the wear and tear of hiking and wading day in and day out, the G3 Guide™ Boot gives your confidence to move across rocky river bottoms anywhere in the world.

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