NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout
- 3-mm neoprene with a stretchy spandex exterior ensures your feet will be warm and comfortable.
- The sole, which contains recycled rubber, gives great traction and foot protection, while putting a smaller footprint on the environment.
- Toughtex in high wear areas provides extra padding and wear protection.
- A 2mm plastic shim in the sole gives added protection from sharp rocks.
- The shoe snugs above the ankle with an elastic drawcord, with a barrel lock.
Women order one size smaller.
1/2 sizes order one size larger.
- Material Upper: 3-mm Terraprene™ neoprene
- Sole: 3-mm rubber
- Insole: 3-mm neoprene
- Shim: 2-mm plastic shim
- Closure System: Drawcord with barrel lock adjustment
- Taped Seams: No
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Features:
- Toughtex wear patches
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 63 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (61)
- Good traction (52)
- Lightweight (48)
- Great fit (40)
- Durable (35)
Cons
- Difficult on and off (17)
- Dries slowly (10)
Best Uses
- Kayak / canoe / rafting (81)
- Boating / sailing (24)
- Wading (22)
- Sailing (9)
- Sizing:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
80%
(44 reviews)
Feels too large
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
93%
(51 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Reviewer Profile:
- Intermediate (9), Advanced (6), Beginner (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (61)
Most Liked Positive Review
Different materials and fit
Replacement shoe for my old Desperado Shoe. The sole seems just a bit beefier to reduce the pain of walking over pointy rocks and pebbles. The gray material used nearest the sole seems more ...Read complete review
Replacement shoe for my old Desperado Shoe. The sole seems just a bit beefier to reduce the pain of walking over pointy rocks and pebbles. The gray material used nearest the sole seems more neoprene like and a little softer.
The fit is similar in length but narrower in the toe box than previous years models.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Solid shoe just hard to get on and off
I'm a whitewater kayaker. I got this shoe because my last pair came off my feet one day when I ended up swimming through a Class III rapid. These are snug. They are very...Read complete review
I'm a whitewater kayaker. I got this shoe because my last pair came off my feet one day when I ended up swimming through a Class III rapid. These are snug. They are very comfortable and work well on land although I wouldn't want to go on a long portage with them over rough terrain because they bottom is pretty thin. My only complaints are that they can be really hard to get on and off, that they take forever to dry, which I think is consequence of the snug design and they have worn out in side earlier than I expected. That said, I'm probably going to buy another pair because I think they are some of the best shoes on the market.
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy On and Off
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating
- Rafting
Comments about NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout:
True to fit and warm
Decent traction
Comfortable for short hikes
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Great Fit
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating
- Casual Wear
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Sailing
- Wading
Comments about NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout:
this bootie is very comfortable, pair with sandals for solid footbed while rafting, or by themselves inside a small volume cockpit. I bought this wonderful product and guided two river seasons in them, and additional years since kayaking and other aqua-indulgences, although a bit stinky, these are still an essential part of my whitewater gear. Price point is great for those getting into whitwewater. Stitching, drawcord and toggle all still in great condition after 6 seasons. Thanks for such good products and great customer service. And by the way, do you have any job openings?? lol
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Good Traction
- Great Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Kayaking
- Wading
Comments about NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout:
I use these shoes when kayaking in my hoibe AI deep sea fishing. very comfortable durable and best of all, keeps the hot Australian sun off my feet and keeps them warm.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Good Traction
- Great Buy
- Great Fit
- Lightweight
Cons
- My Sizing Not Right
Best Uses
- Anything Wet
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Wading
- Walking/Hiking
Comments about NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout:
Very comfortable and affordable, would reccommend to all. Customer service was exceptional, no hassel at all, they do what they say!!!!
- Sizing:
- Feels too small
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Great Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Kayaking
Comments about NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout:
Like the fit. Didn't realize they were on my feet after a few minutes of use. Great price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- NRS Desperado Wetshoe - Closeout
Q:
Are these mens or womens sizes?Asked on 12/14/2012 by Pam from cinti, oh8 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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They are Men's sizesAnswered on 12/15/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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men's sizesAnswered on 12/16/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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I believe they are men's I regularly wear a 7.5 to 8 and have these shoes and wear a 7. They fit just right.Answered on 12/14/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Hi - I am a male and I bought my regular size and they fit perfectly - so assume they are men's, however I think if you bought a smaller size they would be fine for women.
Happy paddling.
Cheers.Answered on 12/14/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Men's. Look at the bottom of the product info page.
Whole sizes only.
Women order one size smaller.
1/2 sizes order one size largerAnswered on 12/15/2012 by Anonymous
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Q:
I have Kokatat dry suit-would these be a good match for suit? If not, could you recommend something else?Asked on 10/27/2012 by Sixes3 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Yes they work well
Sent from my iPadAnswered on 11/23/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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This is indeed a good match Assuming that you have gortex booties in your
dry suit. Be sure to enough room for thick socks under the gortex when you
size the boot. Also, I always drill a couple of 1/8" holes in the sole of
the boot to allow water to drain more easily.VERIFIED BUYER
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I am not familiar with the dry suit so I don't know if they are a good match. These boots will not keep your feet dry but are of good quality.Answered on 10/27/2012 by Anonymous
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Q:
Is the return policy the same on closeouts? Thanks.Asked on 9/5/2012 by Melodi from Oviedo, FL1 answer
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Yes, the return policy is the same.Answered on 9/6/2012 by Clyde from NRS
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Q:
Are the sizes unisex or womens or mens?Asked on 9/2/2012 by pedlbabe6 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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But a man's 10 is close to a women's 11. Mens width a little widerAnswered on 9/2/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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I believe they are mens/womens. I bought a size 11 ( I normally wear a mens
size 10). The small lace in front is useless. Overall graet for kayaking I
doAnswered on 9/2/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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women or mensAnswered on 9/2/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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As best I can tell they are based on mens sizes.Answered on 9/3/2012 by AnonymousA:
These are in men's sizing.Answered on 9/5/2012 by Clyde from NRS
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I do not know my size for the Desperado shoe, if I order two sizes may I return the size I do not need? What is your return policy?Asked on 8/28/2012 by Don from Newberg, OR1 answer
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Yes, you may return the size you don't need, and it's free shipping to get it back to NRS - using our Hassle Free Returns Label.Answered on 8/29/2012 by Pam from NRS
Merchant response: Yep this is a closeout item, but never fret, the new model of the Desperado is great, with new features.