The All New Forge Waders from First Lite

Austin Andrews
The All New Forge Waders from First Lite

If you chase ducks and geese in ice‑cold, flooded timber or marsh terrain, you’ve probably been waiting for First Lite to build waders worthy of their waterfowl system. The Forge Waders, now available, finally deliver—and the verdict is in: these are built for grit.

Built to Survive Harshest Hunts

  • Minimal seams, maximal strength: Constructed with a continuous inseam and one-piece leg design that eliminates most traditional failure points in high‑stress areas.

  • Years of testing: Developed over four years across 11 states in ice, muck, and timber so failure simply isn’t an option.

Elite Boot System

  • LaCrosse Alpha 14" boot: Tallest in class, 1,000 gsm PrimaLoft® Gold insulation, Vibram outsole, Aerogel toe cap. Built for long retriever swims and sub-zero exposure.

  • Boot reinforcement ring stabilizes the junction of wader and boot to prevent collapse and wear.

Feature-Packed for Field Use

  • YKK Aquaseal submersible zipper on front allows layering and emergency removal without compromise.

  • Internal neoprene knee pads for comfort when kneeling or crawling.

  • Magnetic self-draining high-hand pockets, chest pockets with Hypalon MOLLE platforms, and multiple D-rings for accessories, muffs, kill switches, and decoy carabiners.

  • Aerogel foam‑padded seat for extra insulation where it counts.

Concealment That Retains Function

  • Available in Typha and Darkwater camo patterns.

    • Typha mimics marsh habitat and cattails.

How the Forge Waders Elevate the Typha System

Hundreds of hunters have already adopted First Lite’s Typha‑patterned jackets, bibs, and base layers. What was missing? An integrated, ultra‑rugged wader built to match the rest of the waterfowl kit. With the Forge Waders, that gap is closed—offering continuity from baselayer to boot.

Final Take

The Forge Waders are a significant milestone for First Lite’s waterfowl system. They marry rugged construction, inventive design, and field-ready features in a package engineered for the worst nature can throw at you. If you're outfitting a head-to-toe Typha kit, these waders complete the system in style—and with purpose.

Hunters looking for rugged durability, thermal performance, and gear integration, with a dash of modern camo tech, should watch the Forge Waders closely as the launch draws near.

Let us know if you’d like help matching boots, layering base pieces, or planning the full Typha set.

Shop the new Forge Waders here.

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