Like many others, I opted out of spending $150+ on a net. Originally I sprang for the cheap 16" x 12" hoop with rubber net that can be found at Walmart, eBay etc. However, these nets don't hold fish over 20" with much security (bags are only 9" or 10" deep). After extensive online searching, I was unable to find another cheap net in a larger hoop size with a larger/deeper rubber bag. Rising Nets and Fishpond sell such nets, but you pay the price. Here is the solution I came up with:
Danielson Wading Net 20" x 16" hoop, fixed 9" handle ($19 eBay)
Replacement Rubber Net for 18" x 18" hoop, 14" deep plus stretch ($18 eBay)
Unscrewed hoop from handle, cut out knotless net, installed rubber net, hit handle with a little spray paint, chopped down rubber grip, and reassembled.
What it lacks in finish quality it greatly makes up for in price ($37). Hopefully this helps someone who is looking for a larger wading net.
Danielson Wading Net 20" x 16" hoop, fixed 9" handle ($19 eBay)
Replacement Rubber Net for 18" x 18" hoop, 14" deep plus stretch ($18 eBay)
Unscrewed hoop from handle, cut out knotless net, installed rubber net, hit handle with a little spray paint, chopped down rubber grip, and reassembled.
What it lacks in finish quality it greatly makes up for in price ($37). Hopefully this helps someone who is looking for a larger wading net.