I'm doing daily physical rehab in swimming pool. Will they protect the soles of my feet from the rough pool surfaces.
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We bought them to protect my son's feet from the rough pool surfaces. His toes were always abraded to the point where I couldn't take his agony anymore. The socks worked perfectly for this purpose and he thought they were very comfortable for swimming and looked "cool". However, he wore right through the material after about 5-6 uses. He wore through the big toe areas because he'd bounce off the bottom of the pool with his big toes since he was too short to touch the bottom. To make it through the summer, I patched with duct tape. Worked well enough since it was the end of the summer, but I don't think I'd buy these again. He definitely needs something with a rubber bottom or something more rub resistant.
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We bought them to protect my son's feet from the rough pool surfaces. His toes were always abraded to the point where I couldn't take his agony anymore. The socks worked perfectly for this purpose and he thought they were very comfortable for swimming and looked "cool". However, he wore right through the material after about 5-6 uses. He wore through the big toe areas because he'd bounce off the bottom of the pool with his big toes since he was too short to touch the bottom. To make it through the summer, I patched with duct tape. Worked well enough since it was the end of the summer, but I don't think I'd buy these again. He definitely needs something with a rubber bottom or something more rub resistant. We bought them to protect my son's feet from the rough pool surfaces. His toes were always abraded to the point where I couldn't take his agony anymore. The socks worked perfectly for this purpose and he thought they were very comfortable for swimming and looked "cool". However, he wore right through the material after about 5-6 uses. He wore through the big toe areas because he'd bounce off the bottom of the pool with his big toes since he was too short to touch the bottom. To make it through the summer, I patched with duct tape. Worked well enough since it was the end of the... » Read More We bought them to protect my son's feet from the rough pool surfaces. His toes were always abraded to the point where I couldn't take his agony anymore. The socks worked perfectly for this purpose and he thought they were very comfortable for swimming and looked "cool". However, he wore right through the material after about 5-6 uses. He wore through the big toe areas because he'd bounce off the bottom of the pool with his big toes since he was too short to touch the bottom. To make it through the summer, I patched with duct tape. Worked well enough since it was the end of the summer, but I don't think I'd buy these again. He definitely needs something with a rubber bottom or something more rub resistant. « Show Less
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Although my daughter has only used these in beach sand, I would imagine they would protect your feet for a period of time in the pool. However, it is material and not rubber or some other hard sole surface. Thus if the pool is considerably rough, the material would eventually deteriorate. I would recommend water shoes verses sand socks for very rough pool surfaces.
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I think they would. We use them for sand volleyball and when the sand is moist it gets packed and hard. Even in intense playing my husband's feet are always perfect. The material on the bottom of the sock I think, would keep your feet protected from the pool.
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That I dont know, since I used them while barefoot. Probably will, if the shoes are low profile like soccer shoes not bulky basketball like shoes.
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Hi Ken: I'm not a surfer, but they were very skid resistant when walking on wet decks and metal plates when we were on small boats. They do get a little getting-used-to with the water sloshing around your feet inside the boot, but they were very comfortable to wear. Randy
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I did purchase the pad but the feet are pretty big and would not damage the pool liner. I just wanted the added protection. We have six active children and all their friends the ladder gets a lot of use.
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No. As I understand it, the waterproof ones have been sent to an independent company for waterproofing. I have been wearing my in the pool and it has worked fine. I was told by Nike that the waterproofing invalidates the warranty. I found this out after I received and used mine.
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Dicey. I use them to keep my feet warm while kayaking in cold weather. The bottom is a soft diamond pattern of the same material as the sock. I noticed the other day that the diamond pattern around the ball of my foot (where it pushes on the foot brace) was starting to wear. I've since attached moleskin to the foot brace so I'm not pushing against the hard plastic. Sand is pretty abrasive. I believe neoprene boots have a hard sole; those might work better on sand. Hope you find something that works for you.
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Not sure what you're asking, they are water shoes so your feet do get wet; however they do protect them and provide comfort with find on.
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I've never walked in surf with these boots (assuming that you mean with bare legs), but based on experience with similar neoprene water shoes (assuming again that you"d be in water over the boot top), I wouldn't bet that it would keep out anything smaller than a pea. In calm water maybe, but not in surging ocean surf. In my opinion, you'd be safe only if the boot tops were covered by a long legged wet suit.
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Probably not as well. I had cracks where my feet rested on a vinyl coach which elevates my feet and the cracks keep coming back. I have treated it twice. but, it is easy to use.
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I didn't use anything under it. The foot pads are pretty well designed to avoid damage. My former in-laws have the next size up and have had no problems even with all the neighborhood kids playing in the pool.
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Physical therapy in a rehab pool taught me different exercises to tone my upper body, as well as using my core to stand straight and still while performing the routines. I started with the paddles open, and have moved to using them fully closed for more resistance. Great workout.
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No, they protect the dogs feet against road and sidewalk salt and other chemical substances that they might have to walk on. My dog has wide webbing between his toes so the 3-4 inch would not fit over his toes. I had to give them away.
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I guess it would depend on the feet. I don't like being barefoot because mine are tender, but this rubber mat is not to bad on them. I would think it would do fine under water.
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i got two pair, one for my wife and one for my daughter ... both sets worked very good for them. since these are a strecth-able bootie, 'i would guess' they would work for any type of foot as long as you got the right size ??? it is not really a 'shoe' for foot support ... it is a wet suit bootie for foot protection when walking on sand, rocks and corel before you put your fins on and after you take them off ... which i find 'a lot' better than going bare-foot before putting on fins & after.gordonr
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Only if they are on it over & over & over. My kids play on my skateboard all the time on their bare feet, but i know wet feet can be softer then dry feet. Your call, I would look into rubberized paint with grit in it. Check out your local auto store or hardware store. Hope that helps?
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The soles are waterproof, however, the rest of the shoe is not. The portion on the top of the foot and the velcro will absorb moisture. That said, I wear these in the water all the time (hiking, canoeing, etc.). You just need to ensure you dry them properly and you won't have any problems.
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I wouldn't consider them water resistant but would consider the Tango Thong very water tolerable. In wearing mine, they sometimes get wet but always dry without drawbacks like shrinkage or staining. When my Tango Thongs need cleaning due to perspiration or just plan dirt I float them upside down in the swimming pool for a day and then let them air dry in the sun. I hope this answer helps and if you're on the fence about getting a pair of these, go ahead and get them. They are the best and most versatile flops out there. Jimmy