Mens Booties Zipper or Pull On?

[murphysf]

Hello

I found what seem to be decent budget booties and was wondering are zippers preferred, or pull on with a velcro strap?

https://www.watersportsoutlet.com/2019- ... 15391.html

https://www.watersportsoutlet.com/2019- ... 20912.html

Thanks!

[dtc]

Most people suggest getting a bootie slightly too small, as it will stretch. So a zip makes it easier to put it on, keeping in mind that its already going to be a bit tight. However, I dont think it makes a huge difference

[waikikikichan]

You know how some surfers ( including myself ) sometimes drag their feet outboard of the rail. Seems that the big zipper pull is right the area that comes in contact with the board.

[tomthetreeman]

I agree, that zipper would wind up dinging my board or my ankle eventually!

[billie_morini]

Dude, zippers are acceptable for divers, but not surfers because they : 1) leak and you'll feel cold water (maybe even cramp), and 2) are not as flexible as neoprene, which is a problem.

Read my lips (ha, ha, only makes sense to Old Guys), no zipper on booties!