Boat shoes or Crocs: Which is a better hot weather slip-on?

Question

Boat shoes are more versatile, sturdier, and look better. Crocs look ridiculous and offer no protection from broken glass or sharp rocks.


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Answer 1

I've got lots of pairs of Crocs in various designs and colours (mainly purple). I practically live in them.

Answer 2

Luv me some crocs ...........

Answer 3

Boat shoes, especially the ones from L.L. Bean.

Answer 4

I have a pair of dock shoes that replaced the other pair I had for almost 15 years. I expect my new pair to last as long. How long do crocs last?

Answer 5

Boat shoes - or "deck" shoes as we call them. I can't wear plastic shoes, they cut my feet to ribbons, let alone look awful like crocs.

Answer 6

And they last for years if you take care of the leather.

Answer 7

Yes. That is one thing about leather - it can last with proper care. The trouble is, people don't know how to treat shoes with respect these days in our throw-away society.

Answer 8

Answer 9

Yes, there are all sorts of very old traditional products that can keep a pair of shoes going for years and years. Another trick is using shoe trees - they're said to put a year on the life of a pair of leather shoes. Using a shoe horn, six months. But people don't want to make the effort I suppose.