On hot days, I wear the waders over shorts and for more insulation I bulk up with fleece thermals. The suspenders are designed to also hook around your waist as a belt, creating cooler-wearing pants for the approach to the fishing hole. From the stitching to the quality of the neoprene booty seams, Simms' craftsmanship is some of the best in the industry. Try a pair of these out next time your on the trail, and I'm sure both you and your legs will breathe easy. If it's a hot day and you plan to wet-wade, I'd wear Simms Guide Boots on the trail.
Leather tends to get stiff after a summer of wading.
That just means it's a good idea to dunk leather wading boots in the water before attempting to wedge your foot in. They are on the heavy side, however. The Chota STL's are comfortable, all-around wading shoes with lightweight, flexible construction, making them an excellent choice for hiking and packing in. They have less support than a traditional, beefy wading boot like the Simms or Danner, but will be nicer on the feet during those long approaches. This boot is a fine compromise between support and weight.