Under Armour, one of the biggest names in the sports apparel world, debuted the Charged Shoreman Deck Boots last year at ICAST 2024, where it was promptly voted in as Best of Category in Footwear for the 2024 ICAST New Product Showcase. These are some of the lightest deck boots available on the market, coming in under 15 ounces a pair. And while light, these deck boots are said not to sacrifice any protection or performance for anglers. Made with a body made of laminated polyurethane layered over a neoprene booty and attached to an ASTM-rated, non-marking, slip-resistant rubber outsole, these boots are said to keep water, slime, and fish blood out. While still keeping anglers comfortable with the Charged Cushioning that provides all-day comfort for your feet. So let’s see how the pair of Under Armour Charged Shoreman Deck Boots did with these claims after a year of use on the water and in the woods.
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Specifications: Under Armour Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
- Charged Cushioning for lightweight, shock-absorbing comfort
- Neoprene booty and laminated polyurethane upper provide multiple layers of waterproof protection
- Internal cushioning Ankle Pods for an athletic fit
- Molded PU toe cap for added protection
- Non-marking and ASTM slip-resistant rubber outsole for grip on smooth, wet surfaces
- Additional reflective pull loops for easy on and off of the boots
- Sizes 7-13 with half sizes available, 14
- Weight – 14.4oz
- Colors – Black, Castle Rock, and Midnight Navy
- MSRP $115.00
On the Water: Under Armour Charged Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
So first up, how did the boots hold up to a year on the water? Short answer: They did great. Long answer, they excelled where other deck boots that I have worn in the past have suffered. First place where the UA deck boots excel is comfort, with a well-cushioned insole, the UA deck boots keep my feet comfortable even when I was on them all day on the pier or boat. Next up was the mobility level with the UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boots. These are a more athletic fit boot, with internal cushioned ankle pods that help the boot hold on as you move around. These boots have a more secure fit compared to some others I have had. They end up feeling more like sneakers than boots, making it easier to run around the pier chasing the schools of mackerel or rushing to the pier cart to grab my cobia rod.
When it came to protecting my feet, the UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boots performed well, even when dealing with sharp-toothed fish like Spanish Mackerels and Kings on the deck or spiny fish like snappers and groupers. I had no worries about getting cut or spined when either restraining the fish or pushing them into the fish box with my boot. The laminated polyurethane upper was surprisingly rugged for what you would think is such a soft material. Lastly, when it came to keeping the water out, the UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boots did exactly what I had expected them to, keeping water and fish blood out as long as I had a big on to keep anything from coming in over the top.
AllOutdoor Review: Under Armour Charged Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
Out in the Field: Under Armour Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
Surprisingly, I feel like I spent more time wearing my pair of UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boots out in the woods than I did on the water in the past year of wearing them. They provided excellent protection from the elements out in the field and woods. These boots were my go-to footwear for dove hunting, as the dewy, tall grass and soft clay would soak through my other pair of boots before I was even done setting up the decoy spread. It was the same situation for this spring’s turkey season, with a very wet spring this year in North Georgia. All the creek beds were flowing this spring, after wearing my regular hiking boots once and having a miserable day of no gobblers and cold, wet feet. I wore the deck boots exclusively when hunting for turkeys afterwards.
Even when going after white tails in the fall, the UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boot did great going up and down the steep valleys as my buddy and I were recovering our deer. Even with a decent leaf litter on the ground, we didn’t really experience any issues with loss of traction. The boots also did great for walking through the thick briars that covered the hills on the property. The upper body of the boots provided excellent protection. The insole and design of the UA Charged Shoreman Deck Boot made for an incredibly comfortable boot to walk on the often very uneven terrain.
Final Thoughts: Under Armour Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
So, after a year of wearing the Under Armour Charged Shoreman Deck Boots for both hunting and fishing, what are my final thoughts on them? Overall, they make for a great option of high-end deck boots. If you care a lot for mobility and comfort, the charged shoreman are your boots. With a comfortable and removable insole, even on the hard deck of a boat in rough seas, they padded my feet well all day from impacts. On the traction front, they performed exceptionally well on a variety of wet surfaces on and off the water. There are only a few things I could consider as downsides of these boots.
AllOutdoor Review: Under Armour Charged Men’s Shoreman Deck Boots
First is the athletic fit, which I know I said I liked earlier, but there is one thing to keep in mind about that fit. Because these boots fit a bit more snugly to your feet than other options, they retain more heat and moisture. But you can negate that for the most part by going a half size bigger than you would normally for deck boots. They will still fit well, but just give a bit more breathing room. And the second downside is the price, with an MSRP of $115 is a bit higher than many other deck boot options on the market. It’s not crazy high, but it’s not cheap either. Though I feel like if you get all the use out of them like I did in the past year, these are 100% worth the entry price.
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