Description
Primo™ Zip GD Waders
The Primo™ Zip GD wader from DRYFT™ is a top of the line feature packed and stylish addition to the DRYFT™ lineup of outdoor fishing apparel. With upgraded main components and materials, we made our most popular wader more durable, more abrasion resistant, more breathable and more functional.
Primo™ Zip GD Wader features at a glance
- Increased function over previous model with bigger pockets, more pockets and tool attachment points.
- Upgraded fabrics for greater breathability and long term durability. The heavyweight 4L lower is 50% more breathable compared to previous model with exceptional abrasion and tear resistance and enhanced bonding strength for greater long term durability.
- Upgraded seam tape structure in key areas throughout the waders such as fully double taped seams from the waist down with triple taped seam ends.
- Upgraded belt loops.
- Burly German engineered TIZIP® main waterproof zipper. This zipper is found in use on top consumer products ranging from scuba diving gear to rescue equipment and is paired with a front zipper cover flap to help keep dirt and debris out.
- Recommended for 3 seasons (fall, winter, spring).
- Relaxed fit to allow for layering.
- Eight pockets including the waterproof media pouch and large inner drop in mesh pockets. Four outer zipper pockets (two main and two hand warming) feature YKK® water resistant zippers. Please note that outer pockets are not waterproof and are not submersion rated. Keep your phone sealed in the waterproof media pouch or an inner pocket.
- Ripstop neoprene gravel guards.
- Fabric details: 4L/3L (Heavyweight lower).
- Waterproof rating of fabrics: 20,000mm+.
Why choose the Primo Zip GD Wader?
Designed with comfort in mind, the Primo Zip GD waders use a high quality TIZIP® main zipper to help take the production out of mid fishing session bathroom breaks, and makes getting in and out of your favorite pair of waders oh so easy. The strong and durable four-layer lower from the waist down includes a single vertical seam design with seams running up the outside of the legs to eliminate seam abrasion when walking. The burly heavyweight four-layer lower joins a comfortable lighter fabric upper with plenty of secure storage pockets on the outside and inside, including a media pocket and dual large drop in pockets. Adjustable straps, belt, and upper drawstring let you dial in the fit, and flexible knees give freedom of movement allowing you to walk, run, crouch, wade, stumble, and crawl easily without restricted movement. Zippered fleece-lined hand warming pockets double as extra storage, and an adjustable Comfortflex™ semi-stretch wading belt, a nylon webbing non-stretch wading belt, and storage bag are included.
What about staying dry?
Breathable, 20,000mm DWR coated waterproof fabrics combined with double taped seams bring the waterproofing to the next level. To top it off, seam ends and edges are triple taped throughout the legs to keep the water where the fish are.
Bottom line
When comparing price to features, the Primo Zip GD waders stand tall above any feature comparable wader on the market.
Primo Zip GD Wader Features
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- Premium 100% waterproof high-grade breathable 4 layer nylon fabric with a pfas-free DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating.
- Durable reinforced lower from the waist down including legs, knees and seat. Comfortable lighter weight upper.
- Single vertical seam design on the outside of the legs eliminates abrasion from walking.
- Double taped seams throughout the legs for ultimate protection against leaks.
- TIZIP® waterproof main zipper. Release the Kraken.
- Hyper Green YKK® water resistant pocket zippers. (Outer pockets are not rated for submersion)
- Reinforced tear and stretch resistant neoprene gravel guards with boot lace hooks.
- High density 4.0MM ergonomically shaped neoprene sock feet.
- Adjustable shoulder straps with Duraflex® buckles.
- Inside flip-out pocket and waterproof media pouch.
- Fleece lined hand warming pockets helps keep your hands toasty.
- Large drop in pockets on the inside
- D-rings and tool attachment points on the front to hang all your crap from.
- Three belt loops keep your belt securely in place for safe wading.
- Rubber DRYFT tread soles.
- Adjustable upper sizing with internal drawstring.
- Hanging loop.
- Imported.
- Color and styling may vary.
- This product is produced without intentionally added PFAS.
Easy and Free Returns and Exchanges
Backed by the DRYFT Guarantee
Included items
- Two belts. Each Primo Zip GD wader ships with an adjustable Comfortflex™ wading belt and a non-stretch nylon webbing belt with Duraflex® buckles.
- Mesh carrying bag.
- Removable Waterproof Media Pouch.
- Repair kit
Primo Rain Jacket
Rain, sleet, snow. Say hello to our little friend.
A true bomber of a jacket, the Primo Rain Jacket will keep you dry even on those hardcore bad weather days. If you want to make an impression on the river and stand out from the crowd, rocking this rain shell wading jacket from DRYFT is a sure fire way to do it.
This burly wading jacket features waterproof and breathable protection from the elements with DWR coated, 20,000mm waterproof rated fabric, fully taped seams and water resistant zippers. The snagless cuffs adjust on the inside, wrapping your wrist tighter than a leather mancuff, leaving the outside of your sleeve clean from snagging your line like a hook to the face. With a full length design the Primo Rain Jacket can crossover and be worn with or without waders.
Features at a glance
- 4 seasons (winter, spring, summer, fall).
- Relaxed fit to allow for layering.
- 7 pockets.
- Pit zips: yes.
- Fabric details: 3L
- Waterproof rating of fabrics: 20,000mm+.
- Pfas-free C0 DWR (Durable Waterproof Repellent) finish.
Primo Rain Wading Jacket specs
- Technical rain shell jacket designed for wading.
- YKK Aquaguard® Vislon® front zipper.
- Total of 7 pockets
- Front storage pockets with water resistant zippers easily fit fly boxes, tools, and flasks.
- Black zippers on front pockets and front closure zipper.
- Hand warming pockets on the side to tuck your mitts into on those nasty frosty days.
- Two large storage pockets on the lower back hold all sorts of goodies for long hikes.
- Inside zipper pocket with sunglasses mesh pocket.
- 20,000mm waterproof rated breathable fabric with fully taped seams.
- 3 layer nylon shell with breathable membrane.
- Snagless cuffs with inner wrist adjustment.
- Adjustable drawstrings around bottom and at the neck.
- Fixed hood.
- Net hook on back.
- Imported.
- Backed by the DRYFT warranty.
- This product is produced without intentionally added PFAS.
Primo Rain Jacket Fit details
Back length (neck to hem) size large: 33″
Robin (verified owner) –
Excellent product. Primo Zip GD waders and coat fit and function is top notch and a better alternative to much higher priced products. Very comfortable, warm, and sheds the rain. Zippered front is a blessing when nature calls. The neck sleeve is a bit tight. I highly recommend the wader and coat.
Ben (verified owner) –
Most comfortable and versatile waders I’ve ever owned so happy I decided to go with dryft excellent products and fit is great money well spent !
Firat Yenyil –
Hi!
I have bought a bundle and boots to gift them to my father in Turkey. He has been waiting for the upcoming season to put them to real test however, both he and I are super happy with the self attesting high grade of the materials as well as the workmanship of the products.
Also, from my initial inquiries over the phone to the delivery at my door; the kindness, patience, respect, knowledge and guidance of the staff summed up to a professionalism which is not easy to come across nowadays.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone one more time.
I cannot wait to get myself a bundle before the Salmon season kicks in here in the North East in the Fall.
my68stng –
I just purchased the waders and jacket and I love them. They are very comfortable and warm. The customer service is top notch. I live south of Bellingham and to save the shipping I asked if local pickup was possible. They were more than happy to arrange for me to come pick them up. The woman that helped me met up with me at their building on a Saturday. It was her day off, but she was willing to show up so I could get my order. There aren’t a lot of places that will do that. I will definitely be referring my friends to them. The waders are very well made and have a very reasonable price compared to other companies. Great product.
Adam Harbeck –
I purchased a set of primo zip front waders and jacket years ago when they first became available. Being a lifetime angler in the PNW, I used to go through a set about every year, beating the pi** out of them up and down our notoriously vigorous waterways from the bank. From Oregon to Washington and even Sitka, Alaska, my wading system has been put to the test. From falls down embankments and taking hard knees to Sharp rocks, to trailblazing through sticker bushes to find my own water and away from crowds, my wading system has been used and abused, and they show! HOWEVER, after 5-6 hard years, I have found my first leak! Not on the legs where they clearly look like they should be leaking, not on the socks that have taken the brunt of literally hundreds of miles of hiking down rough terrain but where else, the upper crotch part of the zipper. Most likely, it’s because of the fact that I’m too lazy to fully unzip the waders so I can take a pee break (cuts into my fishing time). Best set of waders I’ve ever owned! (And ive own many!) In fact, I also own a set of G4Z that collect dust because honestly, they aren’t my favorite;)
Nightheron (verified owner) –
Purchased the Jacket and Waders, wore them steelhead fishing in NY. Pouring Rain, Sleet, snow and high wind conditions. Typical Steelhead Weather. Stayed toasty warm and dry for three days. I fished with 3 other guys who had to go back to the the truck multiple times to change clothes. I never left the river. 10 hour days. No leaks. Waders easy to zip on and off. Jacket was great, no water got down my down the sleeves. Great product. Highly recommend. Both Jacket and waders.