“I can't tell if I like these or not; rocks get stuck on the holes in the bottom, giving it a weird feeling sometimes. I have to pick them out after I wear them. Overall, they're nice I suppose, and I wear them every time I go into a creek, lake or ocean, so that's a plus!”
“They run large, had to get two pairs to get the right fit. The first pair I got was a 9.5 and ran a little big. The second pair I got a 8.5 and are a little tight but should be okay for water shoes, I usually wear a 10 size in tennis shoes ( NIKE ),”
“On my last kayak trip I stopped at a boat launch to rest and had to walk on biggish crushed stones, which hurt a whole lot. These shoes will solve that problem. They fit just fine without socks, which is how I intend to wear them. Haven't had them on a kayak trip yet, but I did wet them in the sink and wear them in the house. The soles have enough holes that, after just a few steps, they left no water on the floor. But don't expect the tops to dry out right away; they stayed damp for quite a while.”
“normally I would wear a 41 or 42, but for years now it seems like that always ends up being too small. or maybe, getting older, my feet are slowly getting larger lol. I think I read that happens.anyway, 9.5/~43 fits perfectly (with normal non-thick socks) on someone who usually wears anything from 8 to 8.5 to 9 (depending on maker/model)super light and not much in the way of support. but seems durable for what minimalist construction it is, and I like the lightness.haven't tried them in water yet, just for short errands immediately outside, and once for an evening walking around a mall (did not end up hurting during or after, so the lack of arch support and ankle support is not a big deal for short periods of time.liked them so much I bought 2 more pair, same color same size. (a. I like this color. 2. I know that with manufacturers like this, even different colors of the same model can differ in size sometimes.)there was another brand with basically exactly the same shoe, wanted to give those a try as well, but when I checked back, their price had gone from $11 to $25. just as glad to pay only 20 for a couple more of these Aleader branded ones.”
“I love the look and the style, but I ordered the water shoes in the same size as the shoe I wear and their too big. My feet are slopping around in them as I walk. I would like to return them and get a replacement coming, if I could. Otherwise, they look and feel great. Thank you”
“So these shoes were a little bit small upon arriving, and I ordered a half size too big, but I was able to get them to work. I used them on a rocky beach that has before made my feet hurt even through my old water shoes and these held up perfectly. The soles are nice and thick and insulate against the rocks, but are still breathable and allow water through. Some sand did get inside the shoe, which hurt a little, and I had to take them off once I was walking around in the sand on land. They were pretty easy to rinse out, however, and look like they will continue to hold up for a long time.”
“Great water shoe for pool or beach; even though they are labeled "Aleander" as shown in the pics, they are "Secone" brand. Spend an extra $10.00 and buy these !! - benefits include: more comfortable, soles are perforated so the when you get out of the water they drain, good sole cushioning, you can walk around and wear them all day - especially when you're on vacation and want to be casual and your feet to feel comfortable.”
“I'm used to buying water socks each and every year from everyone's favorite retailer, the ultra cheap ones for about $10. The reason I bought them every year was because they were so cheap, not worth holding on too for the next year (and that's only if they managed to stay in one piece for one summer). They were true "socks" and would offer no protection against anything you might step on in the a river or beach.These are NICE!!! For twice as much money I get something that's at least 4 times the value, a true shoe with a relatively thick sole, even some arch in the pad for real support.I'd say get the size that you mostly think you wear, the size you always try on first to see if a shoe is going to too fit large or small. For me that's a 10.5, and these were perfect in that as well. Very true to sizing.I'm holding on to these for several years!!!”
