I am Redington Sonic Pro fan, got a deal on both pairs.. i liked the first pair so much i bought a second backup pair, as for boots i prefer my Simms Riversheds Manly size#14..being that to my understanding the Weinbrenner/borger boot is no longer made.IMHO thhe Borger boot was the best made wading boot. As for LL Bean. Their Rapid River Waders are their best,along with their guarantee. id buy redington first.