REVIEWS
141 Reviews
River Grandma
We looked like 2 old people holding on to each other for dear life as we crossed slippery river rocks to get to the deep swimming hole. Now we walk out pretty confidently with an occasional hand hold because these shoes have given us stability. Love them. Bonus goodness is they are wide enough for my extra wide feet. I'm envious of my husband's florescent green eyelets. Cool shoes! So happy our kayaking river kids reccomended astral shoes.
KB
Best river shoes ever. Can stomp through creeks, swim in a pond, or just go out for drinks in these things.
JD
Blisters, blisters, blisters! Wore it for 2 hours.
N
Best shoes I’ve ever had. I’m obsessed with Astral shoes! I work on a farm and in the summer I wear these 24/7. To have a shoe that is grippy, breathable, and washable is a game changer. I got two pairs this season. : )
Lynn J
Well, it’s my 3rd pair and the older ones are still in use for gardening. These are my most comfortable go-to shoes for casual wear. Length is accurate and mid-foot/heel fit is not too loose or too tight. Not recommending, but I pop mine (in a wash bag) into the washing machine when they get too dusty. Come out looking new!
My favorite shoes hands down! They are comfortable and can wear them anywhere for anything.
Mountain Girly
The fit of the Women's specific loyak was much better than the other men's styles with a size conversion I tried. Wore these inside, outside and in the water on the first day I got them and was happy in all cases! They took longer than expected to fully dry so I don't know if they are the one shoe to rule them all - but with a sandal back-up they will be a good fit for almost any adventure.
Holli
The Loyak's are far more comfortable than I anticipated, especially since I wear them all day, every day on the water. Fantastic water shoes for guiding whitewater. Not to mention, they dry quick!
Lolo
Just spent 8 days on the river in these. On chilly days, I layered a pair of Hydroskin socks inside them and was pretty toasty. Very grippy, lightweight, and quick dry, even in suboptimal temps. These will be my go-to shoes for days on the water.
Woof
Lightweight and flexible for easy movement. I also appreciate the wide toe box, which makes them very comfortable even after hours of wear.
Annsplain
So far I’ve only worn these when water walking and aerobicizing, but they are amazing. I forgot them at home one morning and felt lost. I sized down (to a 6) as recommended, and they fit perfectly. Bonus: They’re cute and sleek, not chunky.
If you demand a lot from your gear, the Astral Loyak doesn’t just keep up—it earns its place. As a kayak instructor, I basically live in these shoes during the paddling season. They go from launch to landing, class to class, and everywhere in between. This isn’t casual use—it’s daily, high-wear, wet-and-abused reality. My last pair lasted four full seasons before finally needing to be replaced, which says a lot about their durability. Comfort and performance are exactly what you want in a paddling shoe. They’re low-profile, flexible, and provide excellent contact with the boat, which translates to better control on the water. The grip is solid on wet surfaces, and they drain and dry quickly—no swamp-foot feeling halfway through the day. But here’s the part that really sets them apart—and frankly, where most other water shoes fail spectacularly: odor. You can leave these things wet in a hot vehicle (which, let’s be honest, happens more than it should), and they don’t turn into a biological hazard. That alone is worth its weight in gold for anyone who spends serious time on the water. Now, let’s address the one flaw. The stock shoelaces are a weak point—not in durability, but in safety. They can become an entrapment hazard, especially in moving water. That’s not a risk worth taking. I swapped mine out for elastic no-tie laces, and it completely solved the issue. Better fit, faster on and off, and no loose ends to worry about. Bottom line: The Astral Loyak is hands-down the best water shoe I’ve used. Durable, comfortable, low-odor, and built for real-world paddling. Just replace the laces, and you’ve got a near-perfect piece of gear.
Tide pooler
I really wanted these to work but they also immediately cause huge blisters on the TOP of my feet. The inner area of the "eyelet" pushes on the top of your foot. It's okay with socks, but who wants wet socks? I have to bandage my feet before putting these on. The water show portion is not tight on your ankle, meaning rocks and sand can POUR in.
Rayme
Nearly all good BUT I really don't get the one piece integrated tongue! I don't understand the concept/need/innovation. What is it intended to improve? Is it to keep out sand or silt? A problem that I never needed solved or that I would readily trade for a shoe that I can put on every time without the need for a shoehorn to get into it. A great shoe made problematic with this innovation - in my humble opinion. I can tell that other people don't share my grumble. Once my foot has landed it's great but getting there is a needless effort.
Lydia
This shoe is lightweight, breathable, comfortable, and sturdy.
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