O'Neill  Reactor 2 mm Reef Booties

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Designed to protect your feet from sharp, scratchy reefs, the O'Neill Reactor 2 mm reef booties are a great addition to your saltwater paddling kit.

Color: Black/Coal
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Features

  • Made from FluidFlex neoprene for warmth in the water
  • Heel pulls offer easy on/off
  • Flatlock seams provide breathability and next-to-skin comfort
  • Rubber outsoles lend durability

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Paddling

Upper

FluidFlex neoprene

Lining

FluidFlex neoprene

Outsole

Rubber

Gender

Unisex

Size Chart

O'Neill Footwear - Unisex Adult
56789101112131415
U.S. Men's56789101112131415
U.S. Women's678910111213141516

Reviews
12 reviews with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars

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7 out of 8 (88%) reviewers recommend this product

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5 reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars
Maybe not right use case
DmS
2 years ago
The sole is too soft and flexible, so hard to walk along the rocky surface along Texas lake and river beds as you feel each tiny rock you step on. Once in the boat they are ok. I just think they were not intended for my use, but that was not obvious to me till I tried. So prior to the purchase ask yourself: "What ground surface might I be walking on while wearing them?"
DmS
Austin, TX
20 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
RETURNED IMMEDIATELY
Trekker
2 years ago
These shoes are described as protecting feet on reefs (i.e., presumably sharp coral, shells, rocks, etc.). Unfortunately, the thinness/softness/flexibility of soles (bottoms) makes them woefully inadequate for this purpose. At best, these shoes would function only to walk on soft sand. Respectfully recommend REI consider either significantly changing the description of them, or stop selling them for this purpose.
Trekker
VA
36 people found this review helpful
DmS
Austin, TX
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Maybe not right use case

2 years ago

The sole is too soft and flexible, so hard to walk along the rocky surface along Texas lake and river beds as you feel each tiny rock you step on. Once in the boat they are ok. I just think they were not intended for my use, but that was not obvious to me till I tried. So prior to the purchase ask yourself: "What ground surface might I be walking on while wearing them?"

Age:45–54
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Trekker
Virginia
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

RETURNED IMMEDIATELY

2 years ago

These shoes are described as protecting feet on reefs (i.e., presumably sharp coral, shells, rocks, etc.). Unfortunately, the thinness/softness/flexibility of soles (bottoms) makes them woefully inadequate for this purpose. At best, these shoes would function only to walk on soft sand. Respectfully recommend REI consider either significantly changing the description of them, or stop selling them for this purpose.

No, I do not recommend this product

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Tarek
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Bought for swimming, kept them as daily shoes

11 months ago

I bought these for lake swimming in the Adirondacks this summer. I wanted something that protected my feet on some woodland trails, would let me walk on wet rocks, and that wouldn't create drag in the water. These were perfect in that role: I noticed no major effect on my swim strokes (front crawl, breast stroke, side stroke). They are easy to wash and dry overnight. These have actually become my new daily shoes for the past few months. They're so quick to slip on and off that I almost never reach for anything else. The shoes are flexible and the soles are thin. That means my feet spread out comfortably and move naturally. I do feel everything underfoot, but I've weirdly started to enjoy that feeling too. On sandy beaches, they don't really keep the sand out. On a decent sandy beaches, you can probably go barefoot anyway. When I bought these, I was half-expecting never to use them and maybe return them. Now I absolutely love them.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Stacey
Washington
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Stay put insole

2 years ago

My husband was impressed with these water shoes. They slip on and off easy and the insole is non removable so it stays in place. Advised to go up 1 size.

Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Bill S
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

River swimming

11 months ago

They are working great.. would be nice if the soles were a bit thicker for more protection when walking

Yes , I recommend this product

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shh
Hawaii
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Good strong materials

1 year ago

I really like the nubbins and friction/traction these booties should give..... I take a women's 9.5 so ordered a men's 9; they are a tiny bit snug in the toe so we will see..... you'd think O'Neill is well enough known to make at least half sizes in men's since they want to be unisex

Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Yes , I recommend this product

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JohnA
Maryland
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great reef shoes

2 months ago

Great reef shoes. They're pretty basic and that's all you need when it's just a small layer of protection between your feet and the rocks.

Height:5'6"
Age:45–54

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Patti
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great reef shoes

1 month ago

Got these for a rafting adventure and they were great. The fit is nice and they feel good on my feet. Good quality, material is soft and they dry easy.

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product

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Kahuna
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Versatile shoe

1 week ago

Bought these to use when sailing as grip is superior to most deck shoes. I also use them for rowing, paddle board and wind surfing.

Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Thomas
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Good shoes and inexpensive

2 weeks ago

Booties fit well, function great in my kayak squirt boat, good traction on river

Yes , I recommend this product

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