Crocs Men's Classic Boat Shoe M Sandals Leisure time and Sportwear Man

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Inside the shoe, you’ll find a comfortable, removable, EVA footbed made from quick-drying and anti-microbial fabric. The aim is to reduce water consumption, harmful chemicals and energy throughout the manufacturing process. While billed as leather boat shoes, the uppers of Decathlon’s moccasin-style Tribord Cruise 100s also incorporate a thin lightweight mesh for increased breathability. They argue that, if your time off work and on the water is limited, a little extra investment to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible, even when the weather turns nasty, is easily justified.

The shoes are fully laced all round to ensure a good, snug fit, and feature anti-rubbing protective strips and non-slip and micro-grooved natural rubber outsoles. The 2020 Race Trainer is designed for a secure fit and is made of breathable materials, including a mesh lining with minimal water absorbency. Decathlon’s technical shoes are lightweight, with a mesh upper that benefits from a plasma coating that reduces water absorption by 40 per cent. Although many technical boat shoes are great at shedding water and are quick drying, there are times that a closed shoe just simply isn’t what you want. The moulded insole and outsole both have fast drainage and there’s extra toe protection to reduce risk of injury.This company prides itself on producing the finest leather footwear for outdoor pursuits and its sailing range has always been popular. Crocs men’s Classic Boat Shoe is designed to be waterproof and lightweight thanks to the Croslite foam construction. Other than its good looks and light weight, this shoe offers good grip thanks to Decathlon’s specially developed, diamond patterned, non-marking sole. The Regatta Shoe has a non-slip rubber outsole that provides excellent grip and is shaped to improve side protection. It’s constructed to be long-lasting and made from unique hot-stuff buffed leather conditioned with oils and waxes.

Gill is a name that’s synonymous with quality when it comes to sailing kit, and its new Pursuit Trainer is a fine example. For the more active sailor; those who spend a lot of time on deck while racing, there is also a huge choice of lightweight, technical deck trainers on the market. To help dispel water from inside, the shoe has a quick-drainage system with channels located on the heel and front of the foot, on the side wall of the sole. The mesh construction dries quickly and provides plenty of ventilation, making these trainers ideal for summer use when the anti-microbial protection will also be beneficial. Our reviewer praised their versatility, reporting that they are just as suitable for paddleboarding as sailing onboard a foiling yacht.

Its low-cut design allows for plenty of movement around the ankle area, and the open-mesh construction enhances breathability. Although it is understandable to believe that Decathlon’s value for money Tribord sailing kit is ‘too good to be true’, it’s worth knowing that this company prides itself on its thorough testing regime with sailing professionals. And even if the water does manage to get in, these shoes are more than up to the job as they are made from super-lightweight injected EVA, which floats. It has a water-resistant upper with recycled plastic used for the webbing, plus a comfortable quick-drying lining. Despite this, they still have a good degree of cushioning in the sole and are firm enough to give my foot some support, with the three-hole lacing keeping them secure on my foot.