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So flip flops aren ’ t the first thing that springs to mind for kayaking , canoeing or SUP . However , the reality is we are probably all wearing flipflops off the water .
One of the big problems with flip flops is that they are made from plastics meaning each thrown-away pair ends up in a landfill or hopefully recycled , either using energy or having an environmental impact .
Sea Sense Flip Flops are a new brand of flipflops manufactured from natural rubber , meaning no plastics are used . Not only that , but it turns out natural rubber tapped from rubber tree harvests in Vietnam .
Natural rubber is exceptionally soft , durable and elastic , making these flip flops comfortable . They are a little heavier than a pair of Havaianas because the sole is denser , and this is a good sign that they will wear out less quickly . I ’ ve had a few pairs for the summer , and both are doing well and still wear like new .
Sea Sense are transparent about their story , so if you want to learn more , it ’ s all on the website !
How much can you write about a flip flop ? Probably not much ; they are super comfortable , look good and have been hard-wearing . I ’ ve been taking these on the paddleboard as often as paddling barefoot in the summer months , and they have been great . They float , meaning you won ’ t lose them , and you can even get a cool limited edition SUP version called the paddler blues .
The main reason I love these is the limited impact on our ever pressured environment ; it ’ s about small steps in the right direction , and this is one .
Price : £ 26
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