Since I have purchased, I have been using these every weekend in the Oregon surf. I like that they are non-insulated and thin. They weight is almost nothing. They are comfortable and well-made. I am giving these a 5-Star, but I have to say, after spending more than 4+ hours in the surf, they do tend to have a small amount of water seepage. Nothing too concerning. They are, for the most part, water-proof. I ended up wearing thin cotton leggings underneath them (I was just wearing skivvies) and doSee full review