Our verdict

Nodaleto Bulla Ella 60mm lace-up boots Xero Shoes doesn't back down in wet environments, nor is it fazed by dryland in the heat of the sun. We found that its lightweight, aquatic design is also matched with tons of flexibility and comfort, making our watery adventures extra exhilarating.

Fred Perry Baseline leather sneakers with panel detail in white Pros

  • Incredibly tenacious
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  • Super comfortable on day one
  • Effectively expels water
  • Dries quickly
  • Quite versatile
  • Air cool
  • Mighty flexible

Fred Perry Baseline leather sneakers with panel detail in white Cons

  • Pricey for a water shoe
  • Can get odorous

Audience verdict

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Superb!

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As a perfect partner for amphibious hikes, the Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport cuts through anything wet with fluidity. Purchase it if:

  • You've been looking for hiking footwear Fred Perry Baseline leather sneakers with panel detail in white hiking Web in lightness.
  • You hike where it can get quite hot and humid.
  • Rock hopping around creeks and rivers is your thing.
  • You live in areas where floods occur often.

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If you love hiking over areas that include water and want more underfoot protection and drainage, consider a hiking sandal: ruffled open toe Web Pink. And if drainage is a priority, check out the iconic Merrell Hydro Moc

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We are convinced that the Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport is such an amphibious gem. It moves in and around water quite effortlessly, thanks to its great ability to shed water the moment we emerge. The shoe also dries super quick, making our plunge into creeks and streams not sluggish at all.

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Fred Perry Baseline leather sneakers with panel detail in white | The super-sticky Aqua X Sport

In the Aqua X Sport, we have no fears trudging through the water. The aggressiveness of the lugs on its outsole keeps us stable on wet rocks and algae-covered surfaces (think mossy river boulders and felled trees).

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Nothing short of brilliant comfort-wise

They're super comfortable, too. The shoe's plushness is also available Panama from the get-go, as we realize that it requires no breaking-in.

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Shoes are light-weight and very comfy

However, we think that Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport's asking price of $130 is a bit steep. Case in point: on average, water hiking shoes cost only $101.

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We believe that the Aqua X Sport is among the most versatile hiking shoes out there. We are able to use it for water sports, running, and even hiking.

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We discovered that Aqua X Sport is also very flexible. We find it really packable and we can jam it into our packed luggage without losing its form.

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Exceptionally breathable

This is also among the most breathable shoes we've ever tried on. Our feet are super ventilated in this shoe so we can recommend it for summer use. 

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However, after repeatedly going in and out of the water, we noticed that the shoe started to smell really bad. That said, we believe this can be avoided by letting the shoe dry for a few minutes before diving back into the water.

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