Unlike ordinary deck shoes, these CVOs have mesh uppers to keep your feet cool and dry. Normally, classic CVO (canvas vulcanized oxford) shoes have canvas uppers and rubber soles that stick to wet decks. Columbia's Dorado™ CVO PFG Shoes improve upon these boating icons by using breathable synthetic mesh for their uppers. Whereas canvas gets really heavy when it's wet, these shoes feel as light when they get wet as when you first put them on. And if that wasn't enough, they added the advanced water and stain resistant treatment known as Omni-Shield Blood 'n Guts™ that handles pretty much anything you would encounter on a day out fishing so you can wear them to the BBQ afterwards without missing a beat. You'll also discover their Omni-Grip™ outsoles ensure you'll have the traction you need to stay upright when the going gets slippery—by land or by sea. Lightweight Techlite™ midsoles offer such comfortable cushioning and energy return that you'll be back on the water as fast as...well as fast as your mom, significant other, roommate or other interested party says you can. Imported.