Hey Tinker, this is a waterproof shoe. .>>
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They are vented from front to back with an open mesh. They do not get hot. A huge difference from waterproof lets say five years ago and even these Merrel's pictured are most likely are about to disappear. When soaking wet they don't retain water.
I simply read your post and I think you are talking about a different product.