{"product_id":"back-country-skinz-airblitz-neoprene-leggingas","title":"Back Country Skinz AIRBLITZ Neoprene Leggings","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWet wading without the the sweaty waders.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaders are great until it's 28 degrees and you've got a 6 km walk into the headwaters. By lunch you're cooking. Wet wading in shorts solves that, but then you're dealing with cold water, scratched legs, sunburn and March flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backcountry Skinz AirBlitz leggings sit right in that gap. They're a lightweight neoprene legging with perforations through the fabric, so they drain fast when you step out of the river and breathe while you're walking. You get the protection and a bit of warmth from neoprene, without feeling like you're wearing a wetsuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in Canada and tested hard in the New Zealand backcountry, they're built for the kind of flyfishing where you cover a lot of ground on foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho they're for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlyfishers who walk long distances to fish small streams and backcountry water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wet wades in summer but wants more coverage than shorts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravellers heading to the South Island who don't want to pack waders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKayak and packraft fishos who are in and out of the water all day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated neoprene:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water drains out and air gets in, so they dry quicker and run cooler than standard neoprene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft nylon liner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfortable against bare skin for all day wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour way stretch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moves with you when you're climbing banks, scrambling over rocks or kneeling to stalk a fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrawstring waist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps them sitting where they should when you're on the move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeg coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protection from scrub, blackberry, sandflies, mozzies and March flies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPF 50+:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covers your legs on long days in the Aussie sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo pockets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handy for a fly box, tippet or car keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirBlitz or Z Series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackcountry Skinz make two versions, and the difference is all about temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirBlitz\u003c\/strong\u003e runs cooler. The perforations let water and heat escape, which makes them ideal for summer, hot days and long walks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ Series\u003c\/strong\u003e runs warmer. Without perforations it holds a thin layer of water against your skin, which your body warms up. Better for spring, autumn and colder water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you fish through the shoulder seasons as well as summer, there's a good case for having both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to wear them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair them with wading boots and a set of neoprene wading socks or gravel guards. That's your whole wading kit, and it packs down to a fraction of the space of waders and boots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor summer flyfishing on small streams, these make a lot of sense. They're cooler than waders, far better than shorts, and they keep the bugs and the scrub off your legs. If your fishing involves more walking than standing, they're worth a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Chart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnisex sizing.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are designed to fit snug, like a wetsuit. A little room is fine, but too baggy and they'll hold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #173f35; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003eWaist (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003eHip (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003eInseam (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e71 to 76\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e86 to 91\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e76 to 81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e91 to 97\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e81 to 86\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e97 to 102\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e72\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e86 to 91\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e102 to 107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e74\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e91 to 102\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e107 to 117\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #688662;\"\u003e77\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaller flyfishers may find these finish just above the ankle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to measure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure around the narrowest part of your waist, usually just above your belly button. Keep the tape snug, but not tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure around the widest part of your hips and backside, with your feet together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInseam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the crotch seam down the inside of your leg to your ankle. The easiest way is to measure a pair of pants that fit you well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetween sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Give us a call or drop into the shop in South Melbourne or Yea and we'll help you sort the right fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Back Country Skinz","offers":[{"title":"Large \/ Moss Camo","offer_id":50923061149921,"sku":"SBACKCOUNTR10471S-1","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Pitch Black","offer_id":50923061182689,"sku":"SBACKCOUNTR10471S-2","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Large \/ Moss Camo","offer_id":50923061215457,"sku":"SBACKCOUNTR10471S-3","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Large \/ Pitch Black","offer_id":50923061248225,"sku":"SBACKCOUNTR10471S-4","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/5793\/1958\/files\/IMG-6163_1512x_afc559db-9c24-4b8e-95fc-fe5bf212fabf.webp?v=1791776487","url":"https:\/\/theflyfisher.com.au\/products\/back-country-skinz-airblitz-neoprene-leggingas","provider":"The Flyfisher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}