OAP Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 Hi all. I was just having a quick mooch around the web and came across these http://fiveten.com/products/footwear-detail/10103-water-tennie I've been considering getting a pair of the guide tennie but these have got me thinking. Especially with the ankle support. I realise they are designed for wetter conditions, but Lancashire is not know for it's dry climate and as far as i can see they are built with a neoprene ankle which gives good support. The rest of the boot is a mesh type thingy material. What are your thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyseemonkeydo Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 a neoprene ankle which gives good support. Really? Last time I checked neoprene isn't the most supportive of materials. Seems to be designed as a more rugged alternative to wetsuit boots for canyoning and stuff... Not convinced they'd be man enough not to fall apart in 5 minutes if ridden in. Could be wrong though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark W Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 Having your ankle covered ≠ ankle protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshtp Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 it's designed for water sport's/sports involving alot of in and out of water stuff... not gonna be stiff/tough enough for trials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Dunstan Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 Really? Last time I checked neoprene isn't the most supportive of materials. Seems to be designed as a more rugged alternative to wetsuit boots for canyoning and stuff... Not convinced they'd be man enough not to fall apart in 5 minutes if ridden in. Could be wrong though! I think you're right, they do look nice though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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