The first thing most people notice about the Cloud Waterproof is its unconventional CloudTec outsole. The style comes in half sizes, and although the brand recommends that you buy a half size smaller, our tester(s) found going a half size up was the best way to get a great fit.īest waterproof walking shoes: On Cloud Waterproof ($149.99 ) After a couple of wears, the upper relaxed a little, and the plush cushioning and rubber sole provided plenty of support. The Italian-made sneakers were a bit stiff out of the box, but it’s worth the effort of breaking them in.
Inside the shoe, the waterproof breathable membrane (which, like similar designs, absorbs and expels the water vapor from sweat without letting in fatter water droplets from the outside, promoting breathability and thermoregulation) did its job well and kept our feet from overheating. The waterproof membrane extends to the top of the nylon and leather upper to prevent liquids from leaking in through the eyelets, and the shoe’s high top line protected our ankle socks from splashes.
The shoe passed our rainfall, puddle and spill tests while keeping our socks dry and wicking away sweat from our feet.įrom a light rainfall to a deep puddle and even a direct spill, the brand’s patented Amphibiox waterproof breathable membrane was impermeable in every test situation, and the shoe required no drying time before it was ready to wear again, even after a good soaking. The Geox New Aneko B Abx combines function and fit to offer a fully waterproof sneaker that’s also breathable and incredibly comfortable.
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