Drew D

You must take really good care of your waders with that kind of usage, are you guiding or something putting your waders on that many times a week? The seams on the boots of my reddingtons have been roughed up from pebbles and sand getting into my old boots that had a bunch of holes in them otherwise they would probably be fine still. But 3-4 times a week for 5 years?? I would have a hard time believing that with Simms G4 waders.

Retired. Have lots of time to fish, Not a guide just enjoy my fishing, the waders have zero leaks they are the Rio Gallegos Front Zip

, yes I have some fraying on the suspenders and a rip on the pocket the booties are worn but no leaks or rips and seams are still in tact, But sound in all other ways, Always hang to dry and always clean all grit and sand from them. I am not overly hard on my waders...… maybe has to do to my age and the fact I don't do a lot of bush beating or maybe just been lucky with my waders. As far as boots I wear Patagonia foot tractor.

Patagonia. On yr 5 and not a single issue. They see the water at least 3-4 times a week. 

Take a look at Piscifun reels, amazing reels for the money , I use one of there spinning reels and also one of there fly reels, going on 3yrs for both zero problems.  I also own Shimano, Abu, Orvis, and Ross reels. But for the money the Piscifun cant be beat, they really take a beating. 

They are available on amazon.

Vicks vapour rub and smoke a poop load of cigarettes. Seriously check out vicks vapour rub.

Hire a guide it is worth the money, there is so much you will gain from a day out with one. It will be some of the best money you spend.