<sod>It's important to note that boat shoes do not last as regular shoes will, as they are designed to grip deck, and are thus soft and pliable. Using boat shoes on rough, gravelled surfaces will wear them out at a very accelerated speed.<eod>
<sod>Boat shoes do not last as regular shoes will, as they are designed to grip deck, and are thus soft and pliable. Using boat shoes on rough, gravelled surfaces will wear them out faster.<eod>