Product Review: Aetrex Justin Boat Shoe


Caroline Morse Teel

    What Is it: The Justin Boat Shoe from Aetrex.

    Price and Where to Buy: $119.95 on Amazon. The shoes will also be available on Aetrex's website in September.

    Pros:

    • 100 percent leather exterior upper
    • Orthotic soles support your feet on long walks
    • Memory foam interior maximizes comfort
    • Microbial antibacterial lining prevents odor
    • Water resistant materials keep you dry
    • Exterior sole is made from a slip-resistant material, and features a tread pattern that channels liquid away from the sole
    • Very lightweight and comfortable

      Cons:
    • The sole doesn't match the rest of the shoe—these would look much better if they were a uniform color.

      How it Rates:
    • Usefulness: 8/10. Comfortable, supportive shoes for men are tough to find. The Aetrex boat shoes tick both boxes.
    • Value: 7/10. The price point is average for a well-made leather shoe.
    • Durability: 10/10. The interior lining and exterior sole on these shoes are extremely tough—you can count on these shoes to last you through many, many miles.
    • Cool Factor: 9/10. Boat shoes are very in right now, and these shoes are definitely cooler than wandering around a city in white sneakers while traveling (as so many tourists do.) The shoes are also dressy enough for business/fancier environments, but would pair just as well with casual shorts.

      Final Verdict: The Aetrex Justin boat shoes can take you from a sailboat, to a business casual meeting, to a nice dinner. These could be the only shoes you need to pack for an entire trip—and you'd be comfortable the whole time.

      (Photo: Aetrex)

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