Choosing the best deck shoes

Deck shoes are excellent if you go sailing, they can stop you slipping on deck, can keep water out and be a coastal fashion statement. This article will help you to choose the right deck shoes for you. It is so important for you to have deck shoes that are comfortable and reliable. There is such a huge variety of deck shoes available that you could choose from that it can prove difficult to pick the ones best suited to you. The traditional style of deck shoes made by brands such as Dubarry, Henri Lloyd and Orca Bay are still extremely popular with the sailing community but there are some more edgy designs of deck shoes made by Sharx.

What to Look for in Boat Shoes

•Deck shoes should be comfortable and durable, so that you can easily perform all necessary tasks.

•You should choose deck shoes with lots of traction you will need shoes with non-slip technology on the outsole.

•To keep comfortable inside your deck shoes you will want them to be water resistant.

•You may also be climbing when sailing so you will need deck shoes with some shock absorbency and the ability to bend so you can climb thin poles.

•Being able to get your shoes on and off quickly is quite important in case you need to get into the water for any reason.

•You are likely to be wearing your deck shoes for quite some time so you will need them to have some breathable fabric so you do not get a build-up of moisture. If your feet are in a moist environment for a long time then you can develop fungal infections like athletes foot.

•You should check that the eyelets are rust proof; they will be getting wet quite often. You will want your deck shoes to be fashionable and functional for more than a few wears so check they won’t rust.

•Strike a balance between style, comfort and durability that is right for you and you will find your perfect pair of deck shoes.