The Sperry Topsider SeaRacer GripX3 sailing shoe is the ultimate in performance and traction on board. TheSeaRacer is designed by professional sailors specifically for the serious sailor of anything from dinghys to mega-yachts. These shoes use Sperry Topsider’s proprietary GripX3 technology that is all about traction and grip in both wet and dry decks, cockpits and hiking rails. Marine Product Reviews recently put the SeaRacer to the test with a week of on the water testing. There is a lot to like about these shoes. Here are the highlights…
- Outstanding Grip – The SeaRacer’s incredible traction and grip is what stands out most with these shoes. From the soles, to the out soles to the
uppers, these shoes are focused on grip – they feel like track shoes for your boat. The Hydro-Grip rubber provides a sticky outsole for traction at all angles. The sole rides up the big toe and provides grip when kneeling or working the foredeck. Even the uppers are constructed from a cool looking honey-comb type rubber that offers grip even when you are hiking out. Finally, the soles themselves use Sperry Topsider’s Adaptive Wave Siping technology which disperses water underfoot and reduces slippage on wet decks. - Look Fast – The SeaRacer GripX3 just looks fast. There is no question that these are performance shoes designed for racers. The uppers are sleek with performance elastic laces that keep them snug but don’t inhibit movement.
- Lite Weight – The SeaRacer boat shoes are extremely lite as you’d expect. This makes it easy to move quickly which is a key point in performance situations. They are made with lite weight breathable uppers to reduce weight.
Quick Drying – These shoes will definitely wet, that’s just what happens to performance boat shoes. You will find that they dry extremely quickly as they are constructed from non-absorbent materials. After using, just rinse with fresh water and air dry. If you want to speed up the drying process place in the sun and stuff with newspaper.
The bottom line:
If you are looking for a performance boat shoe where grip & traction are absolutely essential, then the Sperry Topsider SeaRacer GripX3 is the shoe for you. They come in a variety of cool colors in both men’s and women’s styles. Finally, priced at only $120, they are great value.
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