The best thing since velcro shoelaces?

Both Korkers and Simms have felt the squeeze of the Boa...

Via a press release from Backbone Media:

The Boa Closure System achieves a micro-adjustable, glove-like fit via three key components: a knob, spool, and lace. Turning the high-grip exterior knob activates the internal spool which then pulls the ultra-durable Boa lace with remarkable closure force. The combination of the low-friction lace and lace guides creates a uniform closure that is free from pressure points and automatically conforms to the demands of your feet, activity, and terrain.

Constructed from aircraft grade, stainless steel, the Boa lace is gram-for-gram stronger than tank armor and easily sheds water, mud, ice, or any kind of river muck. Finally, the Boa Closure System is secure: once you set the dial to your desired tension, you're off and don't have to worry about the laces coming untied all day.

*Boa is guaranteed for life. http://www.boatechnology.com

Boots pictured above- Korkers Metalhead / Simms Rivertek

Should Felt Soles Be Banned?

Click here on Felt Soles to read a Field and Stream article about the possibility of banning felt soled wading boots. If this is the case, does anyone need a pair of worn Chota wading boots? CHEAP!

One Fly Fisher's Verdict on Vibram Sole Wading Boots

After much analysis, I found a well written article comparing felt sole and Vibram sole wading boots. I have added the link here for all to read.

Vibram Sole Wading Boots Analysis

Vibram Sole Wading Boots

Improved technology can definitely have an impact on fly fishing equipment. Good or bad, the effect of technology on the fly fishing industry is no different than any other outdoor sport. It seems a lot of controversy has risen out of the new Vibram sole wading boots. Depending on the source, I've read both positive and negative reports. Now that I am in the market for new wading boots, this discussion is hitting home. Either way, I am leaning toward Simms.

I hope there are fly fishers out there who add their comments from their personal experience with Simms wading boots with the Vibram sole. Help me make my decision.

Virtual Fly Guides are "fly fishers guiding each other by sharing their personal reports". And in this case, their knowledge of equipment.