Travel-and-lifestyle title Our Man On The Ground crowns the Grubs Waterline Clog (£69.95) the ideal seasonal shoe — waterproof, insulated and equally at home camping, caravanning, on beach walks or in the garden.
Our Man On The Ground — the travel-and-lifestyle title — has named the Grubs Waterline Clog (£69.95) its "traditional perfect shoe for modern times". Writing for the magazine, Rebecca Hay traces the clog from its origins as practical footwear for mill workers in damp surroundings to a genuinely fashionable, do-everything choice for today.
"Ideal and practical, especially for camping, caravanning, beach walks and gardening."
That's the verdict on a slip-on that's waterproof and insulated, with a hard-wearing rubber outsole and a heel-securing fit built for all-day comfort and protection — yet still smart enough, the piece notes, to wear with a pair of shorts.
The technology under the clog
Our Man On The Ground singles out the details that set the Waterline Clog apart:
- 4 mm Insu-Foam Ultra™ for insulation and comfort.
- A Nitrocell™ footbed — "microscopic nitrogen bubbles insulating the wearer from cold surfaces".
- A breathable fleece lining that wicks moisture to keep feet dry.
- An Underfoot Chassis™ for stability.
- Superlite® construction that cuts weight by around 30% versus conventional rubber boots.
- A Trail-Grip™ outsole for traction across changing surfaces.
Nine generations in the making
The feature also tips its hat to Grubs' heritage — a family business spanning nine generations since 1776, from crafting shoes for local communities, through Victorian and Edwardian sporting footwear, to the global brand it is today.
"Clogs have existed for centuries… today they represent a fashionable wardrobe choice."
Reader offer
Our Man On The Ground readers get 20% off with code WATER20 at grubswarehouse.com.
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