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ALPINE DIVER V3

THE ULTIMATE WADERS FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE FISHERMAN

Are you looking for waders that are reliable, durable and don't cost a fortune right away? Built to last, but at the same time very comfortable to wear? Then we can warmly recommend the ALPINE DIVER V3. With the third generation of these chest-high waders, Hotfly Superb is writing a new chapter in the success story of the ALPINE DIVER series. The motto for this current model was once again: keep the tried and tested and incorporate practical innovations. The basis for doing this is of primarly the very valuable and extremely positive feedback from our satisfied customers. Nothing was left to chance in the development process. Professional designers, a series of optimisation loops and long and intensive tests by experienced fly fishers under a wide range of conditions ensure that the ALPINE DIVER V3 is Hotfly Superb's most innovative and highest quality wader, which can compete with the best waders on the market.

FIND THE SIZE THAT FITS YOU MOST!

The following size chart will help you find the right size of waders based on your body measurements. By maximum circumference we mean the largest body circumference (which can be around the chest, waist or hips, depending on your stature). The measurements given in the table refer to the body measurements and NOT to those of the waders.

This chart is primarily a guide to help you find the right size. The fit of fishing clothing depends not only on your body measurements, but also on your preferences. Some people prefer to wear their clothes close-fitting, while others prefer a looser fit.

If you use your waders regularly during the cold season, when you wear extra underwear and thermal clothing, you should take this into account when choosing the right size. If you have any doubts, feel free to contact us!

ABSOLUTELY WATERPROOF AND HIGHLY BREATHABLE

First-class waders must keep you dry. They have to be reliably waterproof and keep water out even when you are wading for a long time. When fly fishing, however, you are constantly on the move and your body regulates the heat balance by starting to perspire. In order to keep you dry from the inside, high-quality waders must also be breathable, so that sweat can escape in the form of water vapour before condensation forms on the inside of the waders.

The heart of the ALPINE DIVER V3 is a modern 5-layer high-performance fabric from Japanese production, which is not only absolutely waterproof, but also highly breathable and also has impressive values in terms of abrasion and tear resistance. The lower part of the waders is also made from a particularly robust fabric, as this is the area that is most exposed to wear and tear. In the upper area, a somewhat lighter fabric was chosen to optimise wearing comfort and freedom of movement. In terms of waterproofness and breathability, however, both fabrics are identical.

The most important technical properties and key figures of the densely woven microfibre multilayer fabric:

• Waterproofness > 30,000 mm water column
• Breathability > 7.000 g/m²/24 ore (inverted cup)
• Fabric weight in the lower area: approx. 310 g/m²
• Fabric weight in the chest area: approx. 220 g/m²
• High abrasion and tear resistance

WELDED BONDS, OPTIMISED CUTS

As with the previous series, the individual fabric cuts in the current model are bond together with the proven fabric welding process using pressure and heat without classic stitched seams. This process guarantees extremely durable and hard-wearing connections without the fabric being perforated a thousand times with needle and thread.

The cut patterns have also been slightly improved so that the waders now have an optimized fit, especially in the pelvic and hip areas, and are even more comfortable to wear. The sizes have also been slightly revised, although the ALPINE DIVER V3 is still based on European clothing sizes. In addition to the standard sizes, further size combinations have been introduced so that the right waders should now be available for almost every stature.

And last but not least, during the development process, emphasis was also placed on a modern, reduced and clear design. This is also underlined by the unobtrusive and matching colour scheme that separates the areas with the different fabrics. While the lower section is coloured in carbon, the upper section has a colour called orion blue.

The number of joints — and therefore potential weak points — has been minimized thanks to careful design research aimed at achieving a structure that is as continuous as possible. Moreover, at the most critical point, between the legs, where friction during walking is greatest, there are no joints.

Each individual pair of waders has undergone a rigorous waterproofing test at the end of production to ensure impermeability. To date, the feedback we have received from our customers has confirmed the effectiveness of Hotfly’s quality control.

TWO WADERS IN ONE

One of the success factors of the ALPINE DIVER models so far has certainly been the clever shoulder strap system, which allows the waders to be worn both chest- and waist-high. When you get right down to it, the ALPINE V3 is not only chest and hip waders at the same time, but also everything in between. This is because the waders can be firmly locked at any height and then remain reliably in this position.

This flexibility is particularly comfortable in summer when temperatures are high and when fishing in shallower waters. For the ALPINE DIVER V3, this practical function of the shoulder straps has not only been adopted, but in some places made even more comfortable and user-friendly. For example, the front clamp fasteners on the shoulder strap system are now even easier to open, since a handy fastener band has been added to the tabs.

In addition, the slider on the back strap has been adjusted so that it now follows every desired setting even better. In a few easy steps you can adjust the height of your waders without having to open the straps or even take them off.

The shoulder padding of the braces has also been improved. The neoprene padding is now fixed at the connection point of the straps but allows the front elastic straps to be adjusted over a wide range. The padding is in one piece and is shaped to distribute the weight nice and evenly across the shoulders without the straps cutting into the neck.

The straps themselves are of course adjustable in length and feature a new closure that can be easily operated with one hand by sliding the two individual parts against each other. When closed, the fastener still holds very securely and does not open unintentionally. Compared to the classic click closures, these Magic Slider closures are much less bulky and are therefore more comfortable to wear.

An elasticated waistband with adjustment options on both sides allows you to adjust the top of the waders to suit your individual needs, whether you wear them as chest or hip waders. A strong, elastic wading belt with a large and robust click closure also keeps the waders in place.

Both the elasticated waistband and the wading belt not only significantly increase wearing comfort, but also significantly reduce water penetration in the event of an accidental fall, thus contributing to greater safety when wading and fishing.

INTEGRATED PROTECTION IN THE KNEE AREA

A foam pad in the knee area of the waders makes kneeling down much more comfortable. Especially in very visible conditions, clear water and shy fish, you will have success on the water especially if you make your silhouette very small. The foam pad is generously sized and covers the entire knee area. It is inserted in a specially designed inner pocket and can also be removed.

With this knee pad, you will be tempted to kneel down in all possible and impossible places much more often in future, because the cushioning properties of the insert mean that it is no longer uncomfortable even on sharp stones. Nevertheless, please take care of your waders. The fabric used in the lower part is particularly hard-wearing, but still not indestructible.

ENHANCED FIT AND DURABILITY

Even though it may not be obvious at first glance, a number of details have been optimised on the neoprene socks and gravel guards, which should significantly improve both comfort and durability.

The socks are made of 4 mm thick neoprene, which has been given a stronger coating that makes it even more robust and abrasion resistant. A rubber coating in the form of a honeycomb pattern has also been applied to its sole, which further reinforces this particularly stressed area. At the same time, this reduces slipping/rubbing of the neoprene socks in the wading boots and thus prevents wear. The cut of the socks has been made a little more ergonomic. By optimising the cut of the individual neoprene parts, it is also possible to reduce the number and length of the bonds and guide them so that they are not in places subject to heavy wear. Of course, all bonds on the neoprene socks of this wader model are also additionally protected with abrasion-resistant adhesive tape.

For the gravel guards, neoprene with a robust cover is also used. Compared to the previous model, however, it is now easier to pull over the wading boots. To further increase the durability of the gravel guards, they are no longer simply cut off at the bottom edge, but the edge has been enclosed in a hem made of robust fabric. This prevents the gravel guards from fraying prematurely.

WELL THOUGHT OUT ACCESSORIES

Thanks to the large number of available pockets, ALPINE DIVER V3 offers you enough storage space for all kinds of accessories and you can also fish without a fly vest without any problems, which is especially pleasant in the warm season.

The large front pocket in the chest area reliably protects the contents from splashing water, spray or a downpour with a water-repellent horizontal zip from YKK. The large opening and the deep-cut pocket mean that even large fly boxes can easily fit.

There are two pockets on the side to keep your hands warm. They are lined on the inside with a pleasant fleece. Thanks to the attached YKK zips, they can also be used as additional pockets for accessories. Another clever detail is the attached hem on the inside of the zip, so that it doesn't chafe your hand when you put your hands in to keep warm.

There are two more chest pockets on the inside of the chest area. These can be folded outwards for easy handling. Even if you only wear the waders waist-high, it's a good idea to fold out the inside chest pocket. This way you can easily reach your pockets at any time and have various accessories such as leaders etc. at hand.

The first breast pocket is permanently attached to the waders and has two compartments on top of each other, with the upper compartment formed by a mesh fabric. Each compartment can be securely closed with its own YKK zip. One of the compartments is also equipped with a carabiner strap so you can safely store your car keys or other important accessories. The attached Velcro female can be used to attach other accessories, but it also serves as a fly patch for drying your flies.

The second breast pocket on the inside is waterproof, made of transparent plastic and is ideal for safely stowing your smartphone - from now on, bathed smartphones are a thing of the past! Thanks to the touch technology, you can operate your smartphone and make phone calls without having to take it out. The smartphone case is attached to the inside with Velcro and can be removed effortlessly.

Your landing net can be attached to the robust D-ring on the back of the shoulder strap with a landing net magnet. Even if you change your chest waders into waist waders while fishing, the D-ring and therefore your landing net will stay in place.

IN SHORT

The ALPINE DIVER V3 waders are a consistent further development and take over proven features from the two previous versions, but at the same time impress with a whole range of innovative solutions. The technical features such as absolute waterproofness and high breathability, the versatility in use as well as the outstanding wearing comfort thanks to the clever shoulder strap system and, last but not least, the many well-thought-out extras and details such as the integrated knee pads make these waders an absolute premium product that will give you years of pleasure on the water. And all this at a thoroughly fair price, which clearly stands out from comparable products from other brands.

Details:

• Highly breathable, abrasion and tear resistant, waterproof 5-layer microfibre high performance fabric (Made in Japan).
• Patented joining technology by welding under heat and pressure, without classic seams
• Ingenious strap system allows wearing as chest and hip waders
• Elastic straps and padded shoulder area
• 2 front D-rings on the shoulder straps
• Easy to use Magic-Slider fasteners for the straps
• Padded knee area
• Large front chest pocket with water-repellent zip
• Hand warmer pocket with fleece lining
• Fold-out chest pocket inside, with 2 zipped compartments and key string with carabiner
• Additional waterproof and transparent pocket, touch-compatible (smartphone), removable with Velcro fastener
• D-ring on back for wading net
• 0 mm double-glued and sealed neoprene socks with robust coating and hard-wearing anti-slip embossing on the sole
• Integrated gravel guards made of neoprene with robust coating
• All zips from YKK
• Elastic wading belt included
• Colour: carbon (leg area), orion blue (chest area)

THE SIZE CHART

The measurements given in the table refer to the body measurements and NOT to those of the waders: