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Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra GTX Trail Running Shoe - Men's
I know these shoes are waterproof but would they be considered...
By vic3174185
Ranked #1930 - Men's Trail Run Shoes
July 2, 2009
I know these shoes are waterproof but would they be considered water shoes as well? could you jump in the river with these on and not ruin the shoes? I plan to do some white water rafting/canoeing and wanted to know if these shoes could hold up to that type of challenge as well.
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By Matthew Johnson
Ranked #691 - Men's Trail Run Shoes
August 8, 2009
You won't ruin them, but you won't have dry shoes for a while... especially if you're on a multi-day trip. You're better off with non-waterproof shoes if you're going to be in and out of the water.
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By Jason Livingston
Ranked #997 - Men's Trail Run Shoes
July 2, 2009
The problem with getting a shoe that has a Gore-Tex membrane is that they will hold water as well as they repel water. What you want in a water shoe is one that allows the water to escape thus giving it the ability to dry out faster. A shoe with a membrane will cause the water to be retained adding to the likely hood of developing blisters and the uncomfortableness of constantly wet feet. Gore-tex running shoes are intended to keep dew and light rain and snow from creeping in, not necessarily for walking in water. If the question is if they'll hold up to constant exposure to water, I think they would be fine. But once water gets inside, you will be wearing essentially plastic bags on your feet...
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