Primo Zip GD Wader (Previous year model – closeout)

Description

Primo™ Zip GD Waders

Availability on this page is for closeout stock of the 2024 model year. Limited quantities/sizes available, once they’re gone they’re gone. See the 2025 Primo Zip model here. The main difference is that the new 2025 model is made with PFAS-free materials (mainly a C0 pfas-free DWR coating on the fabric), to meet new state laws that California, Colorado, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York and Vermont have implemented.

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. New 4L 310gsm 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 310gsm 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 three-layer 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

• • 100% waterproof performance breathable four layer and three layer DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coated fabric technology.
  • Durable reinforced lower from the waist down including legs, knees and seat. Comfortable three layer 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.

This product contains PFAS chemicals in the DWR coating and due to individual state laws starting January 1st 2025 cannot be shipped or sold to California, Colorado, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York and Vermont. Please see our new 2025 season products for waders made with C0 PFAS-free DWR coatings that can be sold and shipped to all 50 states.

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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

 

 

 

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