For the past two years, the Yellow Dog Flyfishing travel team has partnered closely with Patagonia, offering real-world, in-the-field feedback to help refine their newest flats and river wading boot. Our team tested prototypes everywhere from New Zealand to the Seychelles, putting them through the same conditions our traveling anglers face worldwide. In fact, if you&&';;re a fan of the Yellow Dog Field Reports, you&&';;ve already seen this boot in action-we&&';;re wearing it in every episode. This is the wading boot our team is fully behind. The River Salt Wading Boots II are built from the soles up to meet the unique demands of both freshwater and saltwater angling. The boots feature comfortable VibramA(R) Megagrip anti-slip, non-marking soles for traction on everything from boat decks to slippery rocks. Abrasion-resistant CorduraA(R) nylon mesh uppers are quick-drying, durable, lightweight and can withstand sharp coral and rocks. The high collar and adjustable ankle strap bolster stability and help keep sand out of the boots. Yellow Dog Testimonials "I have worn these boots extensively across a wide range of conditions. They are quick, simple, and incredibly easy to use. They performed exceptionally well in Christmas Island, and I never once had to think about my feet. I wore them again in Iceland, where they worked just as well in freshwater as they did in salt. Watching them evolve from the first prototype to the final product has been super exciting. This boot is intentionally simple. Too many boots use excess material, and this one achieves simplicity without sacrificing support." - Josh Mills - Program Director "I have worked closely with Patagonia for nearly two years to help develop these boots, testing them rigorously over more than forty days on the water. My first trip was to St. Brandon&&';;s Atoll, followed by the Great Barrier Reef, Farquhar, and Alphonse. These have become my go-to boots, and I now find myself using them just as often for freshwater wading as I do in the salt." - Alec Gerbec - Program Director