{"product_id":"scuba-force-shadow-6-5mm-hard-sole-boots","title":"Scuba Force Shadow: 6.5mm Hard-Sole Boots","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSCUBA FORCE SHADOW: 6.5mm Hard-Sole Boots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eRugged Protection for Demanding Entries\u003c\/b\u003e The SCUBA FORCE Shadow Boot is built for the diver who doesn't just dive from a boat. \u003cspan class=\"citation-218 citation-end-218\"\u003eEngineered with a heavy-duty \u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"1\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"155\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"155\" data-math=\"6.5\\text{mm}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e6.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-217\"\u003e neoprene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-217 citation-end-217\"\u003e chassis and an armored hard sole, these boots provide the thermal protection needed for near-freezing North Atlantic waters and the structural integrity required for rugged shore entries over barnacles, rocks, and slipways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eKey Technical Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e6.5mm High-Density Neoprene:\u003c\/b\u003e Maximum thermal insulation for your extremities, keeping your feet warm during long bottom times and cold decompression stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"citation-216\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-216\"\u003eZip-Free Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-216 citation-end-216\"\u003e By eliminating the zipper, the Shadow boot removes the primary failure point for water entry.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe result is a more streamlined fit and significantly reduced \"flushing,\" keeping your trapped layer of warm water where it belongs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Hard Sole:\u003c\/b\u003e A high-traction, puncture-resistant sole provides superior grip on wet boat decks and protects your feet during trekking across uneven coastal terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eReinforced Heel \u0026amp; Toe Caps:\u003c\/b\u003e Extra rubber armoring on the toe and heel prevents wear from fin pockets and provides a secure \"shelf\" for your fin straps to sit on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eErgonomic Arch Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed to reduce foot fatigue during long swims or when carrying heavy twinsets to the water's edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e⚓ Oceanauts Academy: Tech Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eFootwear: The Foundation of Your Fin Kick\u003c\/b\u003e Your boots are the interface between your body and your fins. If your boots are too soft or too loose, your kick efficiency drops significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e1. The \"No-Zip\" Thermal Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e Zippers are convenient, but they are also the \"leakiest\" part of a boot. The Shadow’s pull-on design creates a much tighter seal against your leg (especially when tucked under your wetsuit's ankle cuff). This \"labyrinth seal\" is what keeps your feet from going numb in the second half of your dive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e2. Hard Soles for Stability\u003c\/b\u003e In the North Atlantic, we often kit up on moving RIBs or walk over slippery, weed-covered rocks. A \"soft-sole\" boot allows your foot to roll, which can lead to twisted ankles when carrying heavy gear. The \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"233\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eHard Sole\u003c\/b\u003e of the Shadow boot provides a stable platform, spreading the weight of your equipment across your entire foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e3. Fin Pocket Fit\u003c\/b\u003e Because these are \u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"36\" data-math=\"6.5\\text{mm}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e6.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a hard sole, they have a larger profile than tropical booties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e When upgrading to the Shadow boot, ensure your fin pockets are large enough to accommodate the extra width. A boot that is \"crushed\" into a fin pocket will lose its thermal properties because the neoprene cells are being squeezed flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: Always rinse your boots in fresh water and dry them upside down on a boot rack. Because they have no zipper, they trap moisture effectively; proper drying prevents that \"dive bag smell\" and preserves the neoprene.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oceanauts Diving","offers":[{"title":"EU 36","offer_id":56523996168516,"sku":"SFSHBO-1","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 37","offer_id":56523996201284,"sku":"SFSHBO-2","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 38","offer_id":56523996234052,"sku":"SFSHBO-3","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 39","offer_id":56523996266820,"sku":"SFSHBO-4","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 40-41","offer_id":56523996299588,"sku":"SFSHBO-5","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 42-43","offer_id":56523996332356,"sku":"SFSHBO-6","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 43-44","offer_id":56523996365124,"sku":"SFSHBO-7","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 45-46","offer_id":56523996397892,"sku":"SFSHBO-8","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 47-48","offer_id":56523996430660,"sku":"SFSHBO-9","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"EU 49","offer_id":56523996463428,"sku":"SFSHBO-10","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/5704\/7364\/files\/ScubaforceNeoprenBootsLarge.jpg?v=1773705619","url":"https:\/\/oceanautsdiving.com\/products\/scuba-force-shadow-6-5mm-hard-sole-boots","provider":"Oceanauts Diving","version":"1.0","type":"link"}