To initiate a repair, please use the Simms Online Repair Center or you may contact the authorized Simms Dealer where your wader was purchased to send the waders to Simms. Turnaround time for any repair or warranty claim can vary based on volume and season. Typical turnaround is roughly 3 weeks, not including transit time to and from Simms.
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How do I make a repair claim for a damaged wader?
To initiate a repair, please use the Simms Online Repair Center or you may contact the authorized Simms Dealer where your wader was purchased to send the waders to Simms. Turnaround time for any repair or warranty claim can vary based on volume and season.
How much does it cost to repair a Simms wader?
If your wader needs repair after your first year, Simms charges a flat fee of $60 for evaluation, repair, testing of repairs and return shipping back to you. To initiate a repair, please use the Simms Online Repair Center or you may contact the authorized Simms Dealer where your wader was purchased to send the waders to Simms.
How should I care for my Simms waders?
SIMMS waders are all built from a durable breathable fabric. Whether that is GORE-TEX® or Toray®, the care that should be taken is the same. Waders should be dried after each use, both inside and out. Simms understands that certain situations do not allow for time to fully dry between uses.
Can I put my waders in the dryer?
With the exception of Simms Waders, technical fabrics can be placed in a dryer. For best results, tumble dry on a warm setting for ten-minute intervals. The warmth of the dryer can also renew the DWR (durable water repellent) treatment on the fabric. This causes water to bead up and run off the fabric.
How do you find pinhole leaks in waders?
Take a spray bottle filled with rubbing alcohol and liberally spray the inside of your waders. Wherever you have a pin hole leak it will show up as a dark spot on your waders in a matter of seconds.
How do I fix my waders?
6:329:25HOW TO PATCH LEAKING WADERS - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo spots like this I want to put the Aqua seal on spread. It around a little bit let it sit let itMoreSo spots like this I want to put the Aqua seal on spread. It around a little bit let it sit let it TAC up. And then you can take your patch and stick it on.
How do you fix a hole in Simms waders?
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How do you find a leak in Simms waders?
0:515:09Finding leaks in waders - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOne way you can find a link in your waiters is by putting them on go out take a walk in the waterMoreOne way you can find a link in your waiters is by putting them on go out take a walk in the water wear blue jeans because what blue jeans will show a wet spot coming through your waders.
What glue fixes waders?
Aquaseal FDWhether your waders are made of neoprene, canvas, rubber, or breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, Aquaseal FD will keep it performing the way it should. This clear, flexible, and durable adhesive also offers abrasion protection to keep waders working hard for years to come.
Can you repair fishing waders?
Usually a small tear or leak can be completely repaired with just a little Aquaseal. Once you locate the leak, the easiest repair is to coat one or both sides with Aquaseal. A tip for using Aquaseal is to heat the bottle just a bit in warm water, which makes it much easier to use.
Can you fix waders with Super Glue?
I wet the patch and waders, then smeared a very thin layer of Gorilla Glue evenly over both (I patched on the inside of the wader). Then I put on the patch and worked the it into the glue on the wader to ensure a tight bond.
How do you fix a hole in neoprene waders?
1:513:16How To Repair Neoprene Waders | Hole Patching Kit - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOver top of the cut. Once it's on there you want to press down firmly. Once you have pressed theMoreOver top of the cut. Once it's on there you want to press down firmly. Once you have pressed the patch onto the waders. You can place something heavy on top of the patch for about three. Hours.
How do you fix a leaking fishing wader?
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How do you tape wader seams?
5:059:09AquaSeal: Repairing my leaking waders! - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd so we're gonna just do this on both sides. And make sure to hit all the seams. And all of theMoreAnd so we're gonna just do this on both sides. And make sure to hit all the seams. And all of the points that you think could be pain areas and then we're gonna come back and apply the Aqua seal. Okay
How do you fix leaking neoprene waders?
1:173:16How To Repair Neoprene Waders | Hole Patching Kit - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWith the glue on the interior of the waders. You want to make sure that the glue is evenly spread.MoreWith the glue on the interior of the waders. You want to make sure that the glue is evenly spread. So that when we put the patch on it will also stick to the waders.
Will flex seal work on neoprene waders?
The flex seal seem to penetrate the neoprene and does not peel off.
How do you fix a leaking waders band?
0:4712:03How to fix leaky breathable waders. Banded waders, Drake wadersYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe first thing you want to do is kind of clean the area and i've already kind of wiped it down bestMoreThe first thing you want to do is kind of clean the area and i've already kind of wiped it down best as i can. And i go through here with some alcohol i'll just put some alcohol.
How do you fix stocking foot waders?
1:483:30Stockingfoot repair on a Simms Wader - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPast the outer. Into the actual neoprene. And as I'm working it in I'm also squeezing a little bitMorePast the outer. Into the actual neoprene. And as I'm working it in I'm also squeezing a little bit more out till I have a small mound of it. Now that mound will self level itself out.
REPAIR INQUIRIES & WARRANTY CLAIMS
The Simms Warranty: If your Simms product fails due to a defect in workmanship or materials, SIMMS will repair or replace your gear and get you back on the water as soon as possible.
How to Repair Wader Pinhole Leaks
Field repairs of pinhole leaks can be quite effective by locating and marking the leak and using a sealant like Aquaseal®.
