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 Pfas-free DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coated fabric.
- 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
Every sale of this product plants one tree that benefits salmon and steelhead habitat. Read more about our One Tree Planted partnership here.
Brent Andersen (verified owner) –
Absolutely love these, simms lost me as a customer due to customer service and crappy craftsmanship and dryft has Absolutely blown me away customer service doesn’t take 6 months to respond and the waders fit like my favorite blue jeans I am Absolutely in love with them!!!
Gary McGuffin (verified owner) –
Great waders and great product support,,,,very minor pinhole leaks developed after 2 years on one leg. Returned for repair. Received replacement instead…very satisfied customer.
Tyler k –
These waders are great, the one thing that stood out to me the most is where they put their seams! They run along the side of your legs which means less stress when bending / walking compared to Simms. Every pair of Simms waders i’ve owned start to leak at those seams just 2 years in because they run down the front of your legs. I’ve been chest deep with the dryft waders and have no issues with the zipper, I also really enjoy the elastic pull strings at the top of the waders. Keeps the heat in and the rain out, I would recommend these waders to anyone looking for quality without spending $800 plus.
Jack kusaka (verified owner) –
Just received zip waders last week have used four times fishing for winter steelhead up here in northern calif southern oregon this is a great product bought the small size the fit is perfect great customer service great company GREAT PRODUCT FOR THE MONEY SPENT
Bryan Stinson (verified owner) –
I fish hard. These waders do as well. I’ve been basically living in them and working in them non stop. Bomb proof waders. The zipper is solid. Absolutely no leaks. Extremely comfortable waders. The jacket is bomb proof as well. Thanks for making a guide worthy produce Dryft!
Kevin (verified owner) –
Just bought a new pair of primo zips a few months ago, these waders are easily the best in the business. This is my second pair, the first pair is still good (5 years old) but has 2 little tiny holes (likely from me hiking in sticker bushes), instead of fixing them I wanted a new fresh pair. They are worth every. Single. Penny. Also you can’t beat the customer service.
Thanks Dryft!
Nick Leonard (verified owner) –
Very happy with the wader. Purchased for a fall trip to Alaska in 2024 and it performed flawlessly. The build quality and materials feel bombproof and significantly superior to all previous waders I have owned from Orvis, Simms, etc.
Steve (verified owner) –
Love these waders! Just had first day in them and they felt great. Quality materials and designed by people who fish! Keep it up Dryft! Thanks
Dawnel Kivett (verified owner) –
I ordered a primo zip wader two years ago because I couldn’t find any other company to fit a woman with long legs and enough room to wear down clothing during winter steel heading. I absolutely feel in love with the quality and ability to reach the ground with them zipped up. After years of fishing with them I just had to get another pair for my husband who demands high quality fishing gear as well. Most comfortable and versatile waders for winter season I’ve ever owned so happy I decided to go with Dryft an excellent product!
Kevin (verified owner) –
The pro-zip waders are the best in the business. Just got my second pair. They are worth every penny!
Ryan shannon (verified owner) –
5 stars all the way! I ordered the XLS zippered waders and coat its loose enough so i can layer up under em. Im 5’5″ 190 lbs, I can’t order most brands of waders they simply don’t fit. THESE DOOOO! I noticed that the material is stiff but once I am wearing em for an hour or so my body heat softens em up, and then is very comfortable. Between the coat and waders there are sooo many pockets im still figuring out how too put em all to use, so I will be able to get rid of my shoulder bag. These are obviously made and designed by people who fly fish, made here in the northwest, both details make mee even feel better about my purchase. Many details like the rubberized bottoms of the footies, thickness of material and heavy duty stitching tells me they are of top quality. Pay the little bit too get the zipper. I can’t tell ya how many times I would waiter up and realize I gotta peeee. Now it’s no big deal.
Noe Rodriguez (verified owner) –
Great company, I ordered the wrong size so I had to return the original order and they got the correct size to me quickly. I absolutely love these waders.
Travis (verified owner) –
Just bought my 2nd pair of these waders and I love them more than my old ones! The improvements made were exactly what I would have wanted with mesh pockets on the inside and more durable material on the gravel guards. I hiked over 300 miles in a 4 year period and fully expect these will be just as good. 100% all in on DRYFT products!
Iain Muir (verified owner) –
I’ve used my new waders 5 or 6 times now and I love them. They are well thought out and very well put together. Lots of pockets, I actually lost my cel phone! Couldn’t remember which pocket I put them in.
I highly recommend them!