The PaddlerUK magazine July 2015 issue 3 | Page 74

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Hydropower 4

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By Peter Tranter

When unpacked and observed for the
first time, I was a little skeptical on the
durability of the Hydropowers – they
looked a little flimsy and fragile looking.

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out relatively quickly. The shoes have a comfortable
internal moulded EVA removable midsole which
boasts a quick-dry antibacterial surface.
Summing up, first impressions don’t always count
as the very well constructed Hydropowers have
been resilient with superb grip making them ideal
for all watersports.

Specs:

Upper:
However, the saying, horses for courses comes
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Synthetic/Mesh for support and breathability.
to mind. Unlike the all-terrain shoes I had been
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Helly Wear protection.
wearing for weeks that were great for traversing
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TPU stability and protection frame.
slippery rocks, etc, these shoes come into their
Midsole:
own when working around the quayside and on
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Internal, moulded EVA Removable midsole.
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a variety of slippery surfaces and that’s owed to
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Serdia, Clarino; Antibacterial technology.
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the excellent siping traction pattern on the520234
Outsole:
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Ultra Storm Grip.
Their practicality also comes to the fore with the
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Multi-directional grip system.
low cut design, draw cord lace system and large
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Siping traction pattern.
heel loops, which makes them a cinch to get on
and off. Add to this a purposeful lightness with a
generous wider fit than most shoes, which I, and
you’re onto a sure fire winner.
The open-mesh construction makes them
breathable, adds flexibility and helps to dry them

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