The Pros of Fly Fishing in Felt Boots For decades, felt-soled wading boots were considered the best—and usually the only—choice for fishermen. Comfortable enough to wear all day, felt soles can grip ...

When my husband took up fly-fishing, I figured it would involve a lot of gear — and I was right. But what I didn’t expect was the absolutely repulsive smell filling our house as his wet wading boots ...