Swiftcurrent waders: Traverse or Expedition?

Every Swiftcurrent wader is built from 4-layer H2No Performance Standard fabric made from recycled material. The Traverse is the lighter wader for hiking in and fishing most of the year. The Expedition adds a heavier 9.4-oz lower for cold water, winter steelhead and rough wading. Both come in zip front versions, and the Traverse also comes as waist-high wading pants for warm days. Patagonia sizes run by body size, inseam and bootie, so our Wader Fit Finder matches your measurements to the right code in about a minute.

Wading boots

The Forra is a light, fast-draining boot with a Vibram rubber sole for long walks to the river. The River Salt II, built with Danner, is the heavier-duty boot for big rivers, surf and flats. Both take traction studs. See all wading boots.

Built to be repaired

Patagonia backs its gear with the Ironclad Guarantee and repairs waders and apparel so they stay on the water longer. Questions about fit or which model to choose? Call our shop and talk to an angler.