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#6 on this list
Riverkeeper Jacket
Fishpond
Sustainably built shell with well-placed tool docks and a fly-patch-friendly chest.
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#7 on this list
Nodak Wading Jacket
Sitka
Cold-water-focused shell with insulation options and hand-warmer pockets that actually warm hands.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Riverkeeper Jacket | Nodak Wading Jacket |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fishpond | — |
| Product Name | Riverkeeper Jacket | — |
| Type | Fly Fishing Shell Jacket | — |
| Primary Use | All-weather angling | Cold Weather Wading |
| Sustainable Construction | Yes | — |
| Maker | — | Sitka |
| Model | — | Nodak Wading Jacket |
| Category | — | Fly Fishing Jacket |
| Material | — | Durable, Waterproof Fabric |
| Layering | — | Designed for layering underneath |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Riverkeeper Jacket
- Reliable waterproof and windproof protection
- Smartly placed, angler-specific features and tool docks
- Durable, sustainably sourced main fabric
- Comfortable fit for layering and casting
- Good value for performance and eco-credentials
- Not the lightest option for extreme backpacking
- Breathability is good, not exceptional, during high exertion
- Limited color choices might not appeal to everyone
Nodak Wading Jacket
- Exceptional cold-weather protection
- Truly effective hand-warmer pockets
- Built with rugged, durable materials
- Excellent waterproof and windproof performance
- Designed for effective layering
- Heavier and bulkier than many alternatives
- Higher price point
- Not ideal for mild weather or minimalist packing
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