i ended up getting the Orvis Safe Passage Angler’s Backpack
http://www.orvis.com/store/productchoice.aspx?pf_id=82X3&dir_id=758&group_id=12295&cat_id=12296&subcat_id=12297
boots, waders and rod fit perfectly inside the main pack. reel and tackle fits in the 0ther 900 pockets. The U shaped zipper on the main pack is really helpful when placing everything inside.
I also like how the rod fits inside the back keeping it secure and a nice tight fit.
Should work well for me. I’m just using this for afternoon bike rides to some local streams.
thanks again everyone.
-Jonathan