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Good boat shoes and sailing shoes must fulfil high requirements in practice. On yachts and motorboats, special demands are placed on the footwear worn by the skipper and crew. A boat shoe must be specially designed and manufactured to ensure safety on deck and comfort in all weathers. In addition to lightweight, quick-drying and water-repellent upper material, the slip resistance of the sole is particularly important.
What is important when buying boat shoes for men?
When buying boat shoes for men, you should consider a few important points:
- Good fit: the boat shoes should fit well on the feet and provide sufficient support. Tip: Boat shoes should generally fit a little tighter, as they tend to widen a little over time.
- Non-slip sole: Probably the most important quality criterion for a boat shoe is the sole. A non-slip sole ensures that you can move around safely on board. Rubber outsoles with a profile or special boat shoe soles are particularly popular options.
- Profile: Good sailing shoes should have an almost smooth profile with special drainage channels to ensure optimum grip on wet surfaces. The depth and pattern of the drainage channels vary depending on the manufacturer, with knife-cut and herringbone patterns being the classics. Care should be taken with shoes with a high profile, as they can collect gravel and small stones. This increases the risk of slipping and potential damage to the sailing boat. Any stones should therefore be removed from the sole after going ashore.
- Lacing: Some boat shoes are equipped with 360-degree lacing, where the laces run all the way round the shoe. This allows for a customised fit and better stability. There are also some models with Velcro fasteners for additional support. In some cases, the lacing is also concealed to prevent accidental snagging on the boot. Slippers already offer a firm hold and therefore do not require lacing.
The components of good boat shoes
The upper material either absorbs little water or is well ventilated and visually appealing so that you can also wear a nice shoe when going ashore. Non-slip material and a special profiling of the sailing shoe soles ensure good grip and a firm footing on wet and slippery deck surfaces. The finely structured soles, such as the famous knife-cut soles, also prevent foreign bodies from getting stuck when going ashore, so that no dirt gets on board when boat shoes are worn on land.
The different types of boat shoes
The range of highly functional boat shoes at Compass24 extends from classic moccasins to super-comfortable loafers and professional board shoes. Compass24 offers a large selection of innovative boat shoes that keep your feet warm and dry in all weathers.
Various brands of boat shoes to choose from
When selecting our boat shoes, we place particular emphasis on high quality and durability. That's why our range of boat shoes for men includes models from various renowned brands such as Gill, Musto and Dubarry. Men will also find lace-up shoes from brands such as Adidas, Timberland, Marinepool and Helly Hansen, which they can combine perfectly with shorts or long trousers in their leisure time on land and at sea. These brands are all known for their high quality and special functionality in the sailing sector.
Whether plain or colourful - the shoes for men from Compass24 are suitable for a wide range of leisure activities. Discover our range of high-quality sailing shoes for men now and find the perfect shoes for your next adventure on the water. Convince yourself of the quality of our sailing shoes for men and order from us today.