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    Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's

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    Item # 828718

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    From land to sea, the Salomon Techamphibian 3 water shoes keep your feet supported and cushioned with an agile, water-shedding design.

    • Lightweight, water-friendly synthetic leather and nylon mesh uppers offer support and durability; mesh is designed to keep grit out and let water flow freely
    • Lycra® nylon and neoprene linings are soft and quick drying
    • Light, fast and strong Quicklace™ lacing system ensures a secure fit; just pull, lock the toggle, tuck into lace pocket and go
    • Adjustable heel straps with collapsible backs let you wear these with neoprene booties or socks, or as convenient slides
    • Rubber toe caps protect toes and uppers from bumps and abrasion
    • Polyester mesh linings dry quickly; smooth internal stitching minimizes abrasion points
    • Molded EVA midsoles absorb shock and offer ample cushioning for all-day wear; drainage ports ensure quick movement of water for fast drying
    • Nonmarking Contagrip® rubber outsoles on the Salomon Techamphibian 3 water shoes deliver excellent traction in wet or dry conditions

    Please note: Salomon products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

    Imported.

    Item 828718

    Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Watersports
    Ankle
    Single-pull lace
    No
    Synthetic leather/nylon mesh
    Neoprene/Lycra nylon
    EVA
    EVA
    Contagrip rubber
    1 lb. 5.5 oz.
    Men's
    Footwear height
    Footwear closure
    Waterproof
    Upper
    Lining
    Topsole
    Midsole
    Outsole
    Average footwear weight (pair)
    Gender

    Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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    Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's
     
    3.6

    (based on 10 reviews)

    70%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Easy on and off (9)
    • Lightweight (8)
    • Durable (7)
    • Comfortable (6)
    • Good traction (5)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Kayak / canoe / rafting (6)
      • Casual wear (5)
      • Wading (5)
      • Walking/hiking (5)
      • Boating / sailing (3)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          88% 

          (7 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Width:
        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          89% 

          (8 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Intermediate (5), Advanced (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (10)

      Reviewed by 10 customers

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      4.0

      Comfortable but fit could use work

      By MPDetroit

      from Detroit

      About Me Intermediate

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      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy On and Off
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Boating
        • Casual Wear
        • Wading
        • Walking/Hiking

        Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

        This is a good lightweight shoe for wet conditions. However, the cinch on the side doesn't hold the size I set, so the fit's not ideal.
        I got blisters just below my ankles from the slippage when I skipped socks. Not blisters when I wear socks.
        I like 'em a lot, but wish they held size adjustments at the heel better.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Not as great as I hoped...

        By Fishman027

        from Asheville, NC

        About Me Professional

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        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy On and Off

        Cons

        • Dries Slowly
        • Lacing System
        • Price

        Best Uses

        • Typhoon Lagoon

        Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

        I had high hopes for these shoes! As a river instructor, I rely on solid footwear that I can wear day-in and day-out, that dry overnight, and that protect my feet from sharp rocks. These did not feel very sturdy, they take days to dry out, and the solomon lacing system is kind of annoying when getting in and out of kayaks all day. Basically, these are about as good as a pair of old running shoes in terms of being a water shoe. Waking up and putting on cold, clammy shoes is not ideal. I am looking for something better.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        4.0

        Great shoes for water & everyday walking

        By healthy hiker

        from Tucson AZ

        About Me Advanced

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Easy On and Off
        • Good Traction
        • Great Fit
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Wading
          • Walking/Hiking

          Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

          I've tried just using as a walking shoe, very comfortable. Could wear all day with out my feet getting tired. Wore on one hike and walked in water to test out worked well. I also was testing waterproof socks I purchased at REI. They worked good also. The best test is on Feb 21 with a hike into Aravaipa canyon.

          Wished the shoes came higher above my ankles

          I have recomended these shoes to several friends.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Good Shoe

          By V8

          from Boise, ID

          About Me Intermediate

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          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy On and Off
          • Good Traction
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Kayaking
            • Rafting
            • Wading
            • Walking/Hiking

            Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

            Shoe lace tightener broke pretty easily, but REI replaced it. Also the tightening straps on the back of the shoe do not stay where you set them. Other than that its a good shoe

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            2.0

            Very dissapointing

            By ackram

            from vegas

            About Me Advanced

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            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy On and Off
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Poor Quality
            • Poor Traction

            Best Uses

              Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

              Bought these shoes for canyoneering when I don't want to wear my 5.10 boots. Lacing system comes loose all the time. On the 3rd time worn lacing system broke - REI give out free replacements from Salomon so obviously a known problem, but I don't need to go back to REI every few weeks. Also poor traction on wet or dry surfaces. A friend wearing the same shoes had a lace loop break the same day, 1st time worn.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels too wide
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

              (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Salomon hit the mark with these!

              By Regular Jon

              from Asheville, North Carolina

              About Me Intermediate

              See all my reviews

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              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Easy On and Off
              • Good Traction
              • Great Fit
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Boating
                • Casual Wear
                • Kayaking
                • Rafting
                • Wading

                Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

                Where do I start, well I decided to break these shoes in at the water park (what better place to try water oriented shoes), and let me just say they performed flawlessly. These shoes fit and have a comfort level that is consistent with Salomon shoes (Very comfortable). Some reviewers complained about the back strap loosening. I did not experience this throughout two all day trips, plus wearing them casually for several weeks now. Like all Salomon shoes the speed laces do require occasional tightening. As far as drying, they do so quickly. I wear them with and without socks and unlike some other reviewers, I have not had issues with rubbing or blisters (even after walking literally miles, sock-less, throughout the wet/drying out process) and prefer wearing them without socks because of the breath-ability of them on super hot south east US days. I received lots of looks and stares by people wearing various other manufacturers attempts at water oriented shoes/sandals, and could sense a hint of jealousy. All in all I plan to wear the soles off of these bad boys, and have no complaints what so ever.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Nothing better for wet adventure!

                By H2OGuy

                from Virginia

                About Me Advanced

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Lightweight
                • Protection
                • Quality
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Forging streams
                  • Rafting
                  • Scuba
                  • Wading
                  • Walking/Hiking

                  Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

                  Nothing better for wet adventure! The shoe feels as substantial as any trail runner – you will almost feel guilty getting them wet the first time but that's precisely what they are made for and its evident.

                  The mesh is a super strong ballistic material that resists sharp edges. Excellent protection, traction and support in a quick drying shoe that is intended to be submerged.

                  Construction is second to none surviving repeated salt water submersions. At a technical diver, I have submerged these shoes in excess of 9 atmospheres (compressing and decompressing foam sole volume to 1/9 original size)numerous times. The endure hard use inside firm fin pockets (which would normally create abrasion on softer uppers), treks on razor sharp dead coral beaches of Bonaire and hours upon hours of equatorial UV rays - drying in the open sunlight. The materials haven't delaminated, weakened, lost cushioning or worn-out in any way! A must have for adventure where submersion is inevitable. They do it all – run, climb, trek, swim and dive. I find them very comfortable for extended hikes as well and though they are durable, I wear them barefoot all the time and have never had a blister.

                  At twice the price they would be worth every penny.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  1.0

                  Didn't work for me

                  By blkbrd1100xx

                  from Charlotte, NC

                  About Me Intermediate

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Easy On and Off

                  Cons

                  • Poor Traction
                  • Uncomfortable

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear

                  Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

                  This product didn't work for me. I found that the back straps loosened easily, which left the shoe not fitting properly. I found the wet traction to be poor especially on rocks. When the shoes became wet they also rubbed my feet raw, and I have several blisters from a relatively short walk. Returned the product to the store and will try something else.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Excellent Shoe for Trekking

                  By Bruce Alex

                  from Whittier, Ca

                  About Me Advanced

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                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Easy On and Off
                  • Good Traction
                  • Great Fit
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                  • Shoelace replacement

                  Best Uses

                  • Walking/Hiking

                  Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

                  4 pairs so far. One burned up next to heater in Icelandic hut. Otherwise very durable on PCT, John Muir Trail, Iceland, New Zealand, Patagonia. I put arch supports in for best comfort. However shoelace replacement is very difficult and might be near impossible on the trail. Needs bigger lace eyelets.

                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Great shoe

                  By mike

                  from Minneapolis, MN

                  About Me Intermediate

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Easy On and Off
                  • Good Traction
                  • Great Fit
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Boating
                    • Casual Wear
                    • Kayaking
                    • Sailing

                    Comments about Salomon Techamphibian 3 Water Shoes - Men's:

                    This is my 2nd pair from Salomon. These seem much improved and more sturdy. The last pair I had for 7 years so about due for a change. Great for summer with or without socks.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels too small
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

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