3 out of 10 sailors in the OBX500 were wearing 'Chucks' during the race this year. Both Nate and I on Accelerated Chaos and the crew for Team Ches. had them on. I absolutely swear by them and they have the 'retro' feel to them. Quick dry, and comfortable. Only thing is the laces get beat up pretty quick in the foot straps so we replaced ours with 3mm marlow line...
Chris
Team Accelerated Chaos
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