As summer calls for the masses to swarm to the shores of South Africa, finding yourself in the sparkling waters of this country is a great way to cool down this season. However, the soft sands of beaches might be deceiving to the naked eye.
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Whether its bluebottles, slippery rocks or sharp seashells buried in the sand, some elements could cause harm to your feet. Are you looking for a nifty pair of footwear that could enhance your water sports experience? Here are a few benefits and uses of aqua shoes.
Benefits of water shoes
While walking barefoot is the traditional manner of treading on sand or participating in water sports activities, a number of elements could cause injury if you’re not wearing the proper gear. Here are a few reasons aqua shoes can up your game and provide you with safety and protection:
Provides insulation
If you’re sensitive to the cold waters of South Africa, water shoes can help you retain some heat and provide comfort to frosty toes. Whether swimming in the water or walking in tidal pools to observe the living creatures of the shallow end, you’ll be sure to keep the feeling in your feet.
It has grip & traction for better balance
As the sea can be a slippery place to navigate, aqua shoes provide better stability and balance so you can easily walk through water and on rocks. The rubber soles provide extra comfort and traction if you’re looking to be quite active in the water or surrounding areas.
Protection from sharp & harmful objects
Cuts and scrapes on your feet can ruin any beach outing. Aqua shoes can protect your feet from the unknown elements lurking under the sand or the water. Whether broken glass or a poisonous fish, providing a barrier between you and potentially dangerous objects is a great way to prevent any injury on your beach trip.
Water footwear is also a great way to walk on hot sands and protects your feet from getting sunburnt on your adventurous in the seawater.
Uses of aqua shoes
Water footwear is specifically curated to provide extra safety and comfort when navigating unstable or slippery environments. Here are a few activities aqua shoes can provide comfort and safety when worn:
- Kayaking
- Tidal pool navigating
- Surfing
- Sea swimming
- Beach running
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