Top 3 Women’s “Water” Shoes

Normally my gear reviews live over at gear.com, but today I’m sharing a Top 3 on this little old blog. Living in Lake Tahoe I find my summer weekends split between mountain biking
and all things involving water from Lake Tahoe, to smaller alpine lakes
around the basin or local creeks. Like any girl I have a plethora of
shoes. The only difference, I live in toms, rainbows or shoes specific to some
outdoor activity. This summer I spent a good amount of
time in my water shoes, and yes I have a few pairs. 🙂

3. Keen –Newport H2
They might not be the best looking, but I’ve
been rocking these water shoes for the last three years. I received
these bad boys as a gift before heading to Costa Rica in 2009. I only packed my Keens and my go to Rainbow sandals that trip. This shoe is
the perfect for hiking, biking, river floating or just
heading to the beach. My only complaint is if you’re in super sandy
conditions you’re bound to end up with a little in your shoe.

2. Merrell – Barefoot Water Swift Glove
If
I could go barefoot I would, but hey Merrell has the next best thing
with these water shoes. Two reasons you’ll love them: one – they are so
lightweight it doesn’t feel like you are wearing shoes, two – they have
four fun colors to pick from. Personally I love Ash/Aqua.

1.Columbia – Powerdrain
Match
made in heaven! These are my new go to water shoes. They are perfect
for hiking to any alpine lake or any adventure you might cross some
water. I even sported them in rocky parts at Angora Lake a few weekends
ago. They fit like a glove and drain like a champ. Although they are
available in various colors I love the Charcoal/ Clematis Blue and the
price isn’t to shabby either. Want more details, check out the full
review here.

There you have it my top picks. However, I recommend the Columbia powerdrain hands down they are the best looking, price and all around performing. I even thought about rocking them during Tough Mudder. Added bonus —  you’re bound to find a deal this time of year.