Product Details
The NRS Backwater Wetshoes are the ultimate wading bootie for kayak anglers moving in and out of the boat in pursuit of fish. Built for comfort and utility, these shoes protect your feet for wading, portaging, launching and landing.
- High-top, low profile design provides maximum warmth and protection during long days in the water.
- Durable 3 mm ToughTex™ Neoprene insulation through the instep and front of ankle.
- 3 mm Airprene around the sides and back of the ankle provide slight ventilation and breathability.
- Gusset-backed side-entry zipper makes the Backwater easy to slip on, whether you're barefoot or wearing a wetsock.
- Anatomically shaped toe box lets your toes move freely for superior comfort all day.
- Custom NRS non-marking rubber compound delivers maximum wet traction.
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Specs
| Weight: | Size 10 are 1.875 lbs |
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| Gender Sizing: | Unisex |
| Closure System: | Ankle zipper |
| Upper Material: | 3 mm ToughTex™ Neoprene and 3 mm breathable Airprene |
| Sole: | 3 mm rubber |
| Marking Sole: | No |
| Insole: | 5 mm neoprene |
| Shim: | 2 mm plastic shim |
| Taped Seams: | No |
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Sizing
| Size | US Men's | US Women's | Europe | UK | JP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 (Youth 6-10 years) | 5.5 | 6.5 | 38.5 | 4 | 24 |
| 6 (Youth 6-10 years) | 6.5 | 7.5 | 39.5 | 5 | 24.5 |
| 7 | 7 | 8.5 | 40.5 | 6 | 25 |
| 8 | 8 | 9.5 | 41.5 | 7 | 26 |
| 9 | 9 | 10.5 | 42.5 | 8 | 27 |
| 10 | 10 | 11.5 | 44 | 9 | 28 |
| 11 | 11 | 12.5 | 45 | 10 | 28.5 |
| 12 | 12 | 13.5 | 46.5 | 11 | 29.5 |
| 13 | 13 | 14.5 | 47.5 | 12 | 30 |
| 14 | 14 | 15.5 | 48 | 13 | 30.5 |
| 15 | 15 | 16.5 | 48.5 | 14 | 31 |
Men's 1/2 sizes order one size larger.
Women's whole sizes order one size smaller.
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Reviews
32 Ratings
1-10 of 32 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Feb 14, 2025
Great shoe very comfortable. The size is perfect. I have used NRS products for 40 years.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 3, 2024
Great for keeping rocks and sand out
These worked great for me in very hot southern Az , wanted something to keep the rocks and sand out and these did great and were not hot at all
Decent support and comfortable
Did pretty good on slimy rocks in the river pulling boats around etc
Only thing is I am heavy and they will not zip up all the way and the Velcro does not reach, that being said they stayed on totally fine
I used a thin scuba like sock inside them and would definitely recommend doing that
Decent support and comfortable
Did pretty good on slimy rocks in the river pulling boats around etc
Only thing is I am heavy and they will not zip up all the way and the Velcro does not reach, that being said they stayed on totally fine
I used a thin scuba like sock inside them and would definitely recommend doing that
Rated 3 out of 5
Sep 30, 2024
Comfortable but fragile
These are incredibly comfortable and grippy booties. Unfortunately they are not at all durable - my second pair is only 4 months old and already the sole is falling off. Not sure if I'll buy a third pair or opt for something else next time.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 20, 2024
Great shoe with good grip.
Great shoe with excellent grip. Drainage feature is good and lessens water in the boat. I put in some upgraded insoles to stiffen it a bit more, but it was comfortable walking rocks out of the box.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 11, 2024
Great shoes for paddling in cold water. Keeps the sand out.
Rated 4 out of 5
Apr 19, 2024
Awesome bootie for wading tropical flats at half the cost of flyfishing brands. I got zero sand in the boots while using them. Very comfortable and fit true to size.
Rated 4 out of 5
Mar 25, 2024
Wet shoes fit well but I won’t be in the salt water flats till later in the year
Rated 5 out of 5
Feb 29, 2024
Great for portages
Comfortable and I really like the tread in the sole. Great for muddy portages.
Rated 5 out of 5
Feb 9, 2024
Fantastic and durable.
Fantastic!!
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 4, 2024
NRS Backwater Wetshoes
Excellent footwear for the bonefish flats as well as river travel.
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Why did you choose this?
warmth and traction
For kayaking
I bought a pair of these and LOVE THEM for when I'm shooting (photography) on the beach/wading, etc.
Great reviews, Kayak fishing.