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Water Shoes I Like for Kayaking, On and Off the Water
I share my thoughts on the water shoe brands and styles I like and use, so you have options before you buy.
What’s in this video
I wanted to share my thoughts on water shoes and the brands and styles I like and use. I go through a few pairs, including a black pair and my Body Glove shoes, and I also point to Aleader (model 9976), Merrell, Keen, NRS and Astral as options.
This isn’t sponsored. I have no contracts with any of these companies. The goal is to give you some things to think about when picking shoes that work for you both on and off the water.
Key moments
Quick takeaways
- Brands I like and use: Aleader, Body Glove, Merrell, Keen, NRS and Astral.
- Pick water shoes for how you'll use them both on and off the water.
Gear from this video
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