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Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with built-in boots, camo bib, adjustable straps, and utility pockets, designed for waterproof hunting and fishing.
A man in hunting gear carrying decoys in mud, showcasing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl. Waterproof, windproof, with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate boots for warmth and comfort.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders - Camouflage waders. Ideal for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable fabric. LokDown insulation for warmth. Store gear in cargo pouch and zippered pocket.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with camo design, adjustable straps, external pockets with shell loops, and attached boots, ideal for waterfowl hunting or fishing.
A man in camouflage uniform wearing Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, standing confidently.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, designed for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable with reinforced seams and high-wear HD2 material. Stay warm with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder boots. Features include handwarmer pockets, cargo pouch, and zippered pocket. Perfect for hunting.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, showing the back.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring front cargo pouch.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring vertical shell loops.
A close-up of a black buckle on a camouflage vest, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl.
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A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A close-up of Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, featuring 1600g Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder Boots.
A pair of brown boots with black soles, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders: A brown and white logo of the strap to sole 3 year replacement warranty.
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Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with built-in boots, camo bib, adjustable straps, and utility pockets, designed for waterproof hunting and fishing.
A man in hunting gear carrying decoys in mud, showcasing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl. Waterproof, windproof, with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate boots for warmth and comfort.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders - Camouflage waders. Ideal for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable fabric. LokDown insulation for warmth. Store gear in cargo pouch and zippered pocket.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with camo design, adjustable straps, external pockets with shell loops, and attached boots, ideal for waterfowl hunting or fishing.
A man in camouflage uniform wearing Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, standing confidently.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, designed for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable with reinforced seams and high-wear HD2 material. Stay warm with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder boots. Features include handwarmer pockets, cargo pouch, and zippered pocket. Perfect for hunting.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, showing the back.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days.
A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring front cargo pouch.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring vertical shell loops.
A close-up of a black buckle on a camouflage vest, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring straps.
A close-up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders.
A close-up of Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, featuring 1600g Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder Boots.
A pair of brown boots with black soles, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders: A brown and white logo of the strap to sole 3 year replacement warranty.
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Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders

SKU: DF2700-006-MED08

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
158
$229.99
$229.99 $399.99
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Mossy Oak Bottomland
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Old School
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Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat
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Upper Size
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Brave cold conditions with the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders. This waterproof and windproof 3-layer Guardian Elite™ fabric is treated with DWR for additional water repellency. Seams are tape-reinforced with up to 75% needle hole reduction, and HD2 material is used on areas of high wear. Enjoy superior warmth and comfort with the 125g LokDown insulation in the front and 200g LokDown insulation in the back, plus 1600g Thinsulate Buckshot Mud boots. Keep your hands snug and dry with internal handwarmer pockets and store all your gear in the front cargo pouch and inside zippered pocket.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

Materials:
  • Waterproof/windproof/breathable Guardian Elite™ 3-layer fabric treated with DWR (Durable Water Repellent)
Features:
  • Reinforced taped seams with up to 75% needle hole reduction from previous models
  • HD2 material on high-wear areas
  • Sewn-in insulated liner with body-mapped construction (125g LokDown insulation in the front and 200g LokDown insulation in the back)
  • 1600g Thinsulate Buckshot Mud Boot
  • Pass-through internal handwarmer pockets keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days
  • Front Cargo Pouch
  • Vertical Shell Loops
  • Covered by Drake's 3 Year Wader Warranty.
Warranty:
  • Drake Waterfowl stands behind our products and we build our waders using industry-leading materials, workmanship, and technologies.  We warranty our waders for three (3) years from the date of purchase.
  • Drake Waterfowl is not responsible for normal wear and tear, nor failures caused by abuse, accidents, alteration, modification, misuse, or improper care.
Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with built-in boots, camo bib, adjustable straps, and utility pockets, designed for waterproof hunting and fishing. A man in hunting gear carrying decoys in mud, showcasing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl. Waterproof, windproof, with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate boots for warmth and comfort. Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders - Camouflage waders. Ideal for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable fabric. LokDown insulation for warmth. Store gear in cargo pouch and zippered pocket. Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders with camo design, adjustable straps, external pockets with shell loops, and attached boots, ideal for waterfowl hunting or fishing. A man in camouflage uniform wearing Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, standing confidently. A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, designed for cold conditions. Waterproof, windproof, and breathable with reinforced seams and high-wear HD2 material. Stay warm with LokDown insulation and Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder boots. Features include handwarmer pockets, cargo pouch, and zippered pocket. Perfect for hunting. A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, showing the back. A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders. A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders. A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days. A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring pass-through internal handwarmer pockets to keep your hands warm and protected on even the coldest days. A man wearing the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring front cargo pouch. A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring vertical shell loops. A close-up of a black buckle on a camouflage vest, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl. A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders featuring straps. A close-up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders. A close up of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders. A close-up of Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders, featuring 1600g Thinsulate Buckshot Mudder Boots. A pair of brown boots with black soles, part of the Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders by Drake Waterfowl. Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders: A brown and white logo of the strap to sole 3 year replacement warranty.
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 158 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 147 Total 4 star reviews: 11 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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Reviews Summary
Customers say these waders are exceptionally comfortable and warm, with many praising their true-to-size fit and easy on-and-off design. The boots receive frequent compliments for their snug, comfortable fit, though some recommend sizing up half a size. Users appreciate the flexibility and range of motion compared to neoprene alternatives. Many mention staying warm in extremely cold conditions, with the insulation performing well in freezing temperatures. The breathable material prevents overheating and sweating. Some note the waders can be slightly long or tall for shorter users, while others appreciate having room for layering underneath. A few mention minor durability concerns around the knee area, but overall durability is praised.
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    Carlos Z.
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    Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders
    I recommend this product
    Size 2XL
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Good waders for the price

    Waders held up warm build good just dont makes blinds in them branches dont like this material other then that would recommend them

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    Karen M.
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    Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders
    I recommend this product
    Size M/L
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Waders

    I purchased these for my Grandson who enjoys duck hunting. He told me they were the absolute best! They keep him dry and warm like they are designed to do! He loves them and recommends them to anyone who duck hunts. If he's happy, I'm happy! Thanks Drake!!

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    Nicolas F.
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    Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders
    I recommend this product
    Size 2XL
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Great

    It’s absolutely amazing I’m loving every bit of it

    I’m 6.0 ft 265lb and it fits good

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    Andrew H.
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    Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders
    I recommend this product
    Size L
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Never going back to neoprene

    Fantastic waders, felt like I had good range of motion. Very warm and doesn’t cause the the inside to become a humid ecosystem of sweat. Ordered the large in the upper size and I’m normally a small, but they still fit great with room to add layers as well!

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    Anel H.
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    DNP - Insulated Guardian Elite Vanguard Breathable Waders - Habitat
    I recommend this product
    Size XL
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Warm

    The waders kept me warm in 1° weather where my buddies tidwe waders had him warming up in the car within 2 hours. Although the material around the knee area isn't as tough as i'd like. First time using them i slipped on ice on a few rocks and sustained a clean cut ruining my waders. But Drake customer service is top tier. I'm 6'4 205 and the xl fit nice but a bit big on the chest area.

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