Simms BugStopper Superlight Pant – Shale
| Fabric | 100% Nylon |
| Fabric Weight | 103 g/m² |
| Insect Protection | Insect Shield® |
| UV Protection | UPF 50 |
| Finish | DWR – Durable Water Repellent |
| Additional Treatment | Stone Cold – mineral-based cooling technology |
| Colour | Shale |
What Are the Simms BugStopper Superlight Pants?
The Simms BugStopper Superlight Pant is an exceptionally lightweight fishing pant designed for comfort during fishing and other outdoor activities in warm weather. It combines quick-drying nylon fabric, insect protection and a functional fit that allows freedom of movement when walking, wading and fishing for extended periods.
One of the key features is Insect Shield® technology, integrated into the fabric to provide protection against biting insects. Combined with the lightweight construction, moisture-management properties and UPF 50 sun protection, the BugStopper Superlight is an excellent choice for long fishing days during the summer months.
Insect Shield® – Insect Protection
Insect Shield® is a specialised treatment applied to textile fibres that helps repel insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, ants and other biting insects. The active ingredient is durably bonded to the fabric fibres, allowing the protective effect to last throughout the life of the garment when properly maintained.
Lightweight Fabric and Warm-Weather Comfort
The pants are made from 100% nylon fabric with a weight of 103 g/m². The material is water-repellent and quick-drying, featuring a DWR finish and Stone Cold mineral-based cooling treatment. Its moisture-management properties help maintain comfort in high temperatures and during active movement.
Additional UPF 50 sun protection helps reduce exposure to ultraviolet radiation on skin covered by the garment, an important feature during extended periods outdoors.
Functional Design and Pockets
The construction is designed to accommodate the movements involved in fishing. A gusseted crotch provides additional room, while articulated knee panels improve freedom of movement when walking, crouching and wading.
The pants feature a fixed waistband with reinforced belt loops, a button and zip front closure, and an internal drawcord for additional waist adjustment.
Storage includes two front hand pockets and two rear pockets, with the right rear pocket featuring a zip closure. An additional open thigh pocket on the right side provides convenient storage for pliers and other fishing tools. All pockets feature drainage openings to help water escape and promote faster drying.
Adjustable drawcords at the bottom of the legs allow the cuffs to be tightened when wading, helping to limit water entry and prevent the legs from moving freely in the water.
Ideal For
- Fly fishing during warm-weather months
- Fishing in areas with high mosquito and biting-insect activity
- Extended fishing trips and outdoor travel
- Wading in shallow water and moving along riverbanks
- Outdoor activities where low weight, quick drying and freedom of movement are essential
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ADVICE FROM flyfishing.bg
When fishing in summer, choosing the right pants is about more than just comfort – protection matters too. The BugStopper Superlight combines insect protection with lightweight, quick-drying fabric and UPF sun protection, making it particularly practical for fishing in warm and humid areas where mosquitoes and ticks can be a serious nuisance. |
Simms Size Chart – Men's Bottoms
To choose the correct size for your Simms pants, compare your waist measurement with the chart below. Waist measurements refer to body measurements, while inseam length is measured on the garment itself, from the crotch to the ankle.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Inseam (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 66–71 (26–28") | 73.7 (29") |
| S | 78.7–83.8 (31–33") | 76.2 (30") |
| M | 83.8–88.9 (33–35") | 78.7 (31") |
| L | 88.9–94 (35–37") | 81.3 (32") |
| XL | 96.5–104.1 (38–41") | 83.8 (33") |
| 2XL | 106.7–111.8 (42–44") | 86.4 (34") |
| 3XL | 114.3–119.4 (45–47") | 86.4 (34") |
| 4XL | 121.9–127 (48–50") | 86.4 (34") |
* Waist is a body measurement. Inseam is measured on the garment itself, from the crotch to the ankle. Inseam length may vary depending on the specific model. Not all sizes are available in every product.
For the most accurate fit, measure your waist and compare it with the measurements above. If you fall between two sizes, consider your preferred fit when making your selection.