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- 3-mm neoprene uppers for comfort and warmth.
- The supportive lug sole is built out of the grippiest rubber, Hypergrip®, for unsurpassed traction.
- Elastic supported tongue creates a wide opening for easy insertion and removal of your foot, even with dry suit booties and wetsocks.
- The ergonomically molded foot bed is made from high-density foam that maximizes cushion and shock absorption.
- The removable insole adds impact resistance, and arch support for supreme comfort with each step.
- The toe box, heel and sides of the boot are reinforced with tough rubber for extra protection and stability.
- These boots lace down securely with a lace-lock closure system for a custom fit and excellent ankle support.
- Quick release, adjustable, hook and loop ankle strap ensures a secure fit.
- A conveniently placed fin tab round out these outstanding water boots. And they float!
Women order one size smaller.
1/2 sizes order one size larger.
- Material Upper: 3-mm Terraprene™ neoprene
- Sole: Lugged HyperGrip™
- Insole: 4-mm high-density foam
- Closure System: Laces and ankle strap
- Taped Seams: No
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Features:
- Lace lock system
- Fin tab on back of heel
- Removable insoles
- 3 lbs (for a size 9 pair)
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
73%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (9)
- Easy on and off (9)
- Good traction (9)
- Durable (8)
- Great fit (6)
Cons
- Dries slowly (3)
Best Uses
- Kayak / canoe / rafting (8)
- Boating / sailing (4)
- Wading (4)
- Sizing:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
75%
(6 reviews)
Feels too large
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
89%
(8 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
NRS Storm Boot - NEW & IMPROVED
I owed a pair of the older model storm boots and was very disappointed in the wear. After discussing my dissatisfaction with an NRS representative, they informed me the storm boot was redesigned. So...Read complete review
I owed a pair of the older model storm boots and was very disappointed in the wear. After discussing my dissatisfaction with an NRS representative, they informed me the storm boot was redesigned. So I figured I would give it another try. So far I am very pleased with the product. It has the ankle perfection and traction I am looking for when teaching and performing water rescues. They are easy and quick to get on and off. So far, the wear has been minimal. I would highly recommend this product to any water rescue team. My only suggestion is to order one size larger so you can fit your wet or dry suit sock comfortably.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice boot; not good for kneeling.
The rubber reinforcement from the heel up to the back of the ankle is quite rigid. I kneel in the canoe with my toes pointing toward the stern. The boot was not flexible enough ...Read complete review
The rubber reinforcement from the heel up to the back of the ankle is quite rigid. I kneel in the canoe with my toes pointing toward the stern. The boot was not flexible enough to accommodate this angle. Otherwise, they seemed great. Will continue using the workboot instead.
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Good Traction
- Great Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Water rescue
Comments about NRS Storm Boot - Closeout:
I wear this boot during water rescue training and emergency call-outs. I have used this boot for years and have owned multiple pairs. All I can say is I love it. Easy to get on and off; great ankle support; hard sole; great traction;
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Couldn't Get My Foot In
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NRS Storm Boot - Closeout:
This looked like an excellent product - but, even though I ordered two sizes up, the boots were too narrow - I couldn't even get my foot into them. And I normally wear D-width boots.
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Good Traction
Cons
Best Uses
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Wading
Comments about NRS Storm Boot - Closeout:
Bought them for a Northern Tier trip this summer. Thought I needed to buy early and break in but these fit well from the start.
- Sizing:
- Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy On and Off
- Good Traction
- Great Fit
- Lightweight
Cons
- Dries Slowly
Best Uses
- Boating
- Canoe Camping
Comments about NRS Storm Boot - Closeout:
Canoe camping in the canyons of the southeast is a workout for me and my equipment, an on multiday expeditions the quality of my footware if very important. Ive used neoprene booties, wader boots, and have just retired my old tried and true NRS workboots. these new Storm boots are the logical next step in the evolution of my footware choices. they are just as comfortable as the workboot, a bit easier to put on too. they seem to be built a bit tougher, but with less insulation, i will probably need to get some neoprene or hydroskin socks for colder days.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy On and Off
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Great Traction
Best Uses
- Canyoning
- Caving
Comments about NRS Storm Boot - Closeout:
Have had my eye on these boots for years for canyoning adventures but could never find anyone that could give me a heads up on their performance. When the closeout deal came up I figured it was time to "take one for the team" and try them for myself.
The boots performed just fine with one exception. The traction on wet rock was good but not great. They were very light weight even when wet and water drained right out of them. I have only used them for one outing and 4 canyons so can't comment on durability so only time will tell on that. Next test will be some caves over Thanksgiving weekend.
- Sizing:
- Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Q:
My sixteen year old son is going on a week-long canoe trip in the Adirondacks this summer with his scout troop. He is prone to blisters when hiking - especially with wet shoes. He has been told to expect a lot of portaging with sand/gravel/muck. Would this be a good choice for him? What type of socks should he get? Goretex, neoprene, wool, other?Asked on 5/11/2013 by Scout Mom7 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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I use the Storm Boot for river trips & portaging in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. The aggressive tread and full lace up system make it a good for river trips. It's made for people w/narrow feet. I personally don't wear socks w/them. If you were going to, I'd recommend neoprene. I hope he enjoys the trip! Dave - Life ScoutAnswered on 5/15/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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I consider the NRS Storm boot to be a near perfect choice for rigorous canoe/portage travel. I've spent approx. 300 days traveling various routes through the BWCAW, Quetico, and Woodland Caribou Provincial Parks wearing these boots.
Blisters? I've known some people who seem to get blisters no matter what kind of footwear they try and I think it all comes down to fit. I happen to get a really good fit with these boots. They tend to run a bit narrow. The only sock I use are polypropilene liners that are rather slippery and make it easy to get the boot on and off. Hope this helps.
Darrel BrauerAnswered on 5/12/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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This shoe having a sort of built in neoprene sock is likely to cause
sweating of the feet when worn over a long time. If he's going to be ion the
water a lot it won't make much difference though. He must be able to take
them off and let his feet dry as well as the interior of the shoe. I like to
use a very thin nylon/lycra sock, one reason being that the shoe fit my foot
very tight. If it's not so tight, a thicker polyester sock might be OK. I
would not use a cotton sock as they can get pretty miserable when wet.
Another reason for the nylon/Lycra sock is that it is fairly slick, making it
easier to install and remove the boot. I think a neoprene sock, would
really make the foot feel hot and sweaty from the "dual" neoprene layers, but I
haven't tried that. Even though the boot has the neoprene built in sock, i
do not advise using without socks because if there is no sock, it becomes
very difficult to remove the boot after the feet become sweaty, it initially
goes onto the naked foot nicely and feels pretty good, but then when you
want to remove it ------ it feels like it's taking a layer of skin with it.
There are "drain" holes in the bottom sides that let water in as well as
out.
I have found these boots very comfortable, protective, and supportive,
and fine for wearing up to about eight hours at a time.
Hope this helps.Answered on 5/12/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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This is an excellent boot for canoe and hiking trips. Its height and cinch straps make it excellent in wet conditions because it is difficult to overflow. I took it on a 30-day canoe trip in the Arctic Circle and used it on surfaces made of sand, gravel, mud, and slippery rocks. It was comfortable and had exceptional traction in all conditions. It did not need a great deal of breaking in, but I would recommend a couple days of use before the trip itself to avoid blistering.
In shallow water, I wore it with NRS neoprene waterproof socks, but if you're going to get wet for sure, I would recommend wool because it will keep you warm even if your feet get wet.Answered on 5/11/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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I would suggest Smart Wool Socks. They are good winter and summer.
I would also suggest going to a NRS store and not ordering the shoes on line unless there is plenty of time to return them if they don't fit right.
Your son should wear the shoes for a couple of weeks, before the trip, so they are broken in.Answered on 5/11/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Socks: Synthetics like thick polyster hiking socks.
Shoes maybe, it is very foot specific. I never get blisters in them but
your mileage may vary.Answered on 5/11/2013 by Anonymous
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Mom, this is a great boot for watersports. Take a look at the reviews; several talk about wearing them for canoeing and portaging. As to socks, remember that these boots have drainage ports, so water will enter. I'd suggest a pair of HydroSkin Socks, Item # 2342, if the water will be cold. Otherwise, several changes of wool socks would probably be a good idea.Answered on 5/11/2013 by Clyde from NRS
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I'm a fitness instructor and am considering this boot for weightlifting and bootcamp classes. I'm concerned about the general support of the boot and the potential weight. I see that many folks use this boot for hiking, so I'm guessing it's not too heavy. Also, I'm wondering how breathable the shoe is, since I won't be using it in wet environments, I do want air circulation.Asked on 4/13/2013 by PopSquat from CT4 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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sorry for the delay, but I just now fished the email question out of all
the spam, in case you are still looking, I'll give a quickie answer.
The boot is supportive and very comfortable plus it just feels good. The
interior is like a neoprene sock, so it doesn't breath very well, but there
are vents which help a little. You would want to limit wear to no more
than 8 hours at a time unless your feet don't mind being in the environment.
When I wear mine, I usually go about 12 hours with no problem. Socks must
be worn with it (it feels good without) as it is very difficult to remove
if no socks are used, my favorite are thin nylon / Lycra socks.Answered on 5/14/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
A:
No way, this boot is only good for water use. Get some solomon ankle top trail running shoes, good luck
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphoneAnswered on 4/16/2013 by AnonymousA:
The Storm Boot is lightweight and the lace-up closure allows it to snug to your foot for support. It is not breathable. The only ports for air entry are the drain holes above the sole.Answered on 4/14/2013 by Clyde from NRSVERIFIED BUYER
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Would not recommend for the stated application. It's great for water stuff,
but the entire outside is rubber and neoprene.
SimonAnswered on 4/13/2013 by Anonymous
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I'm a woman who usually wears size 8.5 in women's shoes. The specs say for half sizes go a size up and for women, select one size smaller which would lead me to believe I would need a size 8. Usually women's sizes run 2 sizes smaller than men's sizes though and in the reviews, people claimed the boots ran true to size or larger so I'm afraid a size 8 will be way too large. Should I order the 8 or the 7?Asked on 2/10/2013 by Jewel from Atlanta, GA4 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Too big is easy ajustable with sock thickness. Too small is no good.Answered on 2/11/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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It really depends on what u wear underneath the boot.
First off, great boot.
Second, I wear a 10 1/2, and ordered 11. Fits perfect with one sock and dry suit.
If I put on two pairs of socks, feet hurt. Hence the reason I ordered a second pair in size 12.
I think they are true to their size.VERIFIED BUYER
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I normally wear a women's size 9.5 (sometimes a size 9). I bought the
Storm boots in a size 8, and I found that they fit me well on the river.
They were a little loose with nothing else on my feet, but I wore them with
neoprene socks, and the fit was perfect for that (which is what I wanted).
I would recommend sizing down.Answered on 2/11/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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I would recommend that you try the size 8 if you are normally a size 8.5.
Now if you find that your size fluctuates with some brands as low as 7.5-7
then maybe go with the 7's. It also depends on what type of socks you plan
on wearing with these boots. If you plan on wearing only a thin liner sock
then maybe consider the 7's, but if you want to go with a liner and say a
thick hiker sock for more comfort then maybe the 8's are the play. I am
usually a size 9 in mens but for these boots I wear a size 8. Now I have
small feet and I also wear only a very thin liner sock in these boots. NRS
has a great exchange policy if you get the 8's and decide you want the 7's
instead or vice versa. I had to do that because I initially ordered the
9's but decided they were too big.
Anyway I hope this helped. Let me know if you have any more questions.
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Hello,
My name is Jeff Barnett. I am interested in these storm boots you offer. I am an exteame stand up jet ski rider. I have had issues with my ankles from landing when juming big wakes. I know this is not the boots intended use but some other riders I know recommended this boot. The issue for me is the dorsi-flex(toe to shin) movement. When I go big and jump 10' plus in the air the landings are just killing me. Do you think these boots would help with limiting the dorsi-flex movement that is plaguing my landings? I would expect that they provide good support from rolling your ankle but as stated my issue is the forward motion. Thanks for your time and consideration.Asked on 12/22/2012 by Jeff from Rochester MN5 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Jeff,
I use these boots for canyoning and caving, so I too don't use them for their intended purpose. They do supply the lateral ankle support that I was looking for but I have never noticed any toe to shin restriction of movement that you are seeking. Now if you were to wind a few wraps of duct tape or gorilla tape around the ankle of the boot then you may achieve the results you are looking for. At the price they are offering for the boots it may well be worth the opportunity to give them a try.
DaveVERIFIED BUYER
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Jeff,
I cannot speak specifically the the use you suggest. I use the boot for
canoe tripping to help protect my foot and keep it warm when I need to wade
in the water and when I portage.
I can say that the boot does inhibit some dorsi-flex movement. It hinders
kneeling in the boat when I need to get low for stability but does seem to
provide good stability when walking on uneven portage trails.Answered on 12/23/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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the forces you are putting on your feet and ankles are extreme, i,m not
sure how much any lace-up water boot can offer. in my experience with the
nrs storm boots, they offer ample support for portaging very heavy loads
over rugged terrain. a friend has an old ankle injury who uses them
exclusively because of its ankle support. I like them for their snug fit
and superior traction.A:
Jeff, you're certainly doing something different than our typical customer. About all I can say to you is pick up a pair and judge for yourself. We have an excellent returns policy.Answered on 12/25/2012 by Clyde from NRSVERIFIED BUYER
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I have no experience with the forward flexing motion that Jeff is referring to at such extreme drops of 10+ feet, but I will say that this boot is the best ankle support that I've had in all the boots that I've tried. I use my Storm boots for Swiftwater rescue, so I need good ankle support and I've been very pleased. If this boot doesn't cut it for him, I recommend he use an ankle brace in addition to the boot since I haven't found better.
Sent from my iPadAnswered on 12/22/2012 by Anonymous
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Can these boots be used with a DUI Flex Extreme Drysuit? I normally ware an 11 boot, what size should I order for proper fit with 450 undergarment, and 250 socks from DUI?Asked on 12/22/2012 by Jeff from Detroit, MI3 answers
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Looking at the DUI website I can't tell what kind of sock their suits have. The boots are true to size, however they are built on a narrow last. Depending on how thick the socks and insulating layers are, you'd want to go up at least one size, and perhaps two.Answered on 12/23/2012 by Clyde from NRS
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