The North Face Padda Amphibious Water Shoes (For Women)

I needed lightweight close-toed water shoes for hikes with stream crossings. I researched and tried a few different models of sport sandals and water shoes before settling on the North Face Prada. I purchased a full size smaller than my typical shoe size (11), which turned out to be perfect. I have a narrow foot and was able to lace these tightly and still have plenty of room in the toe box to move my toes. I wore these right out the box, with thin socks, on two hikes. While they are not as comfortable as padded running shoes, they feel fine -- no blisters -- and should be perfect for wet hiking conditions.

I bought a pair of Paddas for a cruise in the Caribbean. Walked into water with them, kayaked and walked around in the ruins. I was wearing them without socks for watersports, but for longer walks I had to put socks on to avoid blisters. They have almost no arch support and no cushioning. Would not use these Paddas for hiking, there is not enough arch support. People with high arches have a difficulty with water shoes in general due to lack of arch support in this type of shoe. Padda is one of the best options out there even with these typical limitations of water shoes. So far it is the best water shoe that I have tried. Yet, they took a long time to dry even in the hot Caribbean sun. On average it took 24 hours to dry. My husband also had a pair of the same Padda shoe for men and his took the same long time to dry.

Loved the shoes. Like everyone else has said I would recommend ordering them a half a size smaller- I did and they fit perfect!

I bought these for my wife after another brand of water shoe didnt fit right. Her feet blister very easily. These Paddas have quite alot of cushion on the major rub points of the foot. She recently spent 4 days in them on a backpacking trip, both in the water and on short day hikes and not a single blister. Because of the extra padding, they dont dry quite as quickly as some others but well worth it if you have sensitive feet. Also, they are very lightweight, making for a great versitile backpacking shoe once you get to where you are going and want to get out of your boots.

I bought these before going to work at summer camp for 3 months and I wanted a shoe that I didn't need socks for, was amphibious, and great for hiking. [...]The shoes themselves were fantastic; I wore them every day in the wilderness and they've shown little wear (outside of dirt). I got tons of compliments/questions about them and they really look great in person (I have the gray and yellow versions). My only slight complaint is that they do take a little longer to dry than I was hoping. But the supershoe can't have it all, can it?Now that I'm back in the city, they make great gym shoes. Especially for someone who has an aversion to socks. They're easy to clean (I threw them in the washer and let them sit for a few hours). I'll be wearing them this summer as well! Highly highly recommended, and I highly recommend STP as well. You will not be disappointed!