Making It Better: How Innovation Drives Everything at Chêne

At Chêne Gear, innovation isn’t a department. It’s a mindset. It’s built into every stitch, every seam, and every decision we make. Because we’re not interested in chasing trends, we’re committed to making things better. Every time.

The 2S Wader is the perfect example of that belief in action.

Born From The Field, Built For The Future

The idea behind the 2S Wader didn’t start in a boardroom. It started where all real innovation does: in the field.

We listened to hunters. We lived in the gear ourselves. We studied what worked, what didn't, and where good wasn’t good enough. From there, we built the 2S Wader not as a tweak to the original, but as a full evolution.

This wasn’t about shaving weight for the sake of marketing or adding features no one asked for. This was about delivering more durability, more comfort, and more performance where it counts. That’s how real progress happens.

So What Makes The 2S Wader Different?

At its core, the 2S Wader is designed to solve the problems hunters actually face, whether that’s movement in the timber, long days in flooded fields, or changing conditions that test both gear and grit.

Key innovations include:

• 2-seam construction that drastically reduces potential failure points and bulk, improving durability, flexibility, and long-term performance in tough conditions

• Modular suspension and harness system for a more custom fit and all-day comfort

• Improved materials that strike the right balance between lightweight feel and rugged performance. Learn more here: https://chenegear.com/products/2s-wader-mossy-oak-bottomland

• Reengineered boot integration for increased durability and seamless waterproof protection

• Enhanced mobility through strategic articulation in key areas like knees and hips

And the best part? It’s not just “better” by our standards: it’s patented.

Yes, It's Patented. Because It's That Different.

The 2S Wader now carries a patented design, a recognition of its uniqueness and function-first engineering. In a category that’s long been stale, we didn’t just make a wader, we made something that didn’t exist until now.

That patent is more than paperwork. It’s a symbol of what Chêne stands for: innovation rooted in reality. Progress born from purpose.

Innovation Isn't About Hype. It's About Respect.

To innovate at Chêne doesn’t mean chasing headlines or gimmicks. It means listening to hunters, obsessing over details, and refusing to cut corners, no matter how small.

The 2S Wader isn’t a one-off. It’s a reflection of how we approach every product, every design, every day. With a relentless drive to make something better, not just new.

Because around here, we don’t believe in “good enough.” We believe in gear that earns trust. Gear that stands up. And gear that pushes the entire industry forward, whether it’s noticed or not.