While preparing for a trip to an island I starting looking for a good pair of all-around boat shoes.  I wanted something that could get wet but still look good enough the walk into a restaurant or bar.  I have seen the plastic-looking crocs but they just aren't for me.  I wanted a waterproof pair of shoes that covered my foot completely and didn't look like a kid's shoe.  These fit the bill.

Although they are REALLY comfortable, it took me a week or two to break them in.  I got a blister on my left foot (right about the heel) right away but after it healed I no further problems.  When exposed to saltwater I could see some white residue but it wiped off with little effort and the shoes dried off pretty quickly.  At one point I had to walk several miles in these and I felt as if I was wearing a pair of quality walking shoes, not deck shoes.  I like these so much I am going to get another pair in a different color.  Great shoes!