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The Algarve - Waterman

The Algarve - Waterman

$314.00
12 Waterman models

Size & Fit

Riomar shoes are made by hand in Portugal on a European last, and they run true to size. Find your US size below for the EU equivalent, then read the fit notes – particularly the one about width.

We build one width: standard American medium. We do not offer narrow or wide fittings in any style.

Because our last is European, our shoes are best worn snug, without socks.

US to EU Conversion

Men’s
US EU
8 40
8.5 41.5
9 42
9.5 42.5
10 43
10.5 43.5
11 44
11.5 44.5
12 46
13 47
14 48
15 49
Women’s
US EU
5.5 36
6 36.5
6.5 37
7 37.5
7.5 38
8 38.5
8.5 39
9 39.5
9.5 40
10 41

Men’s styles are offered in half sizes through 12, then in whole sizes 13, 14 and 15. Women’s styles are offered in half sizes from 5.5 through 10.

How Our Shoes Fit

Do Riomar shoes run true to size?

Yes. Order the US size you normally wear. Our shoes are built on European standards and can run slightly narrower than a standard American shoe, but the length is true.

Do you offer wide or narrow widths?

No. Every Riomar style is built in one width, standard American medium. If you typically need a wide fitting, reach out to the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com before you order and we’ll give you an honest answer about whether they’ll work for you.

Should I wear socks with them?

Our shoes are built to fit snug and to be worn without socks. The lining is odor-proof and antimicrobial, so going sockless is the intended experience – and it’s how you should judge the fit when you first try them on.

Will my shoes stretch?

A little, where your foot wants it – but how much depends on the leather. The suedes are the supplest and will give the most. The Fathom series is the most firm and will give the least. Everything else sits in between.

I’m between sizes. Should I go up or down?

Write to the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com and tell us the style you’re looking at and what you normally wear. Because the leather and last differ between our lines, the right answer changes by style – we’d rather advise you than guess.

Does the waterproofing change the fit over time?

No. Our leathers are fully waterproofed during the tanning process rather than treated on the surface, so getting them wet won’t shrink them or change how they sit on your foot. They are built to perform on the water – though, to be clear, this is no water sock.

Still not sure? Reach the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com for personalized advice – tell us the style and your usual size and we’ll help you land it.

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Custom Monogram Red - Navy - Red Old Glory on Navy
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The Algarve Waterman is inspired by the stunning coastline and serene culture of Portugal's southernmost region. The muted jade leather mimics the region's near shore ocean color, and it's washed brown outsole emulating the rugged coastline. The Algarve Waterman features our world-class craftsmanship and exquisite genuine waterproof leathers, combined with precision hand stitching and expertly engineered technical hybrid driver outsoles. In true Portuguese fashion, the Algarve Waterman are as durable as they are stylish, and a perfect complement to a coastal summer color palette. 

 

Algarve Nubuck: Waterproof Spanish Leather

Sole: Non Slip / Non-marking - White

Lining: Odor-proof, Antimicrobial

Bearing: Algarve

 

Every Riomar takes the same bearings. Each one shackles across the vamp and comes off in seconds with no tools, so a single pair of shoes carries more than 130 different looks. If you would rather fly your own colors, our Bearing Masters will tie those too. Shop all bearings.

Riomar shoes are US men's sizing, built in one width, standard medium. Full measurements are on our size chart.

The uppers are cut and stitched by hand in Portugal, on lasts we have been refining since the first Waterman. The bearing channel is set during construction rather than added afterwards, which is why the swap stays clean for the life of the shoe.

Shipping is calculated at checkout. Full details on delivery, returns and exchanges are on our customer service page.

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Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 10 reviews.

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Amazing quality product

"Amazing quality product"

— Alexander V. (5/5)

Perfect

"I have about 10 or so pair of Riomar. Never been disappointed yet. The leather is what sets them apart. . . soft and suple. They envelope your feet like a soft blanet. They are quite durable too. I wear them with jeans, casual slacks and shorts. The fit is perfect for my neutral size 11 feet."

— Steve T. (5/5)

Love the shoes, color, style,

"Love the shoes, color, style, etc. The front end narrows to the toebox too much for a medium, average male, so they rub my feet uncomfortably. This is true of all Riomar shoes I've tried on. Otherwise, I like them alot; I just have to. hope they stretch out a bit."

— Melissa E. (4/5)

An instant favourite !

"An instant favourite !"

— Bart S. (5/5)

Comfortable and stylish, I'll be

"Comfortable and stylish, I'll be wearing them to Algarve when I visit in two weeks!"

— Gerard S. (5/5)

Great Shoes

"My friend’s wife recommended them so I bought 3 pairs (on sale) and am VERY impressed with the fit and quality - may buy a few more when they are on sale again."

— William C. (5/5)

Love it

"Love them so much"

— Chris M. (5/5)

Excellent shoes. I have 4

"Excellent shoes. I have 4 pair and love all four"

— John M. (5/5)

Simply The Best

"I Simply Love Riomar Shoes !!"

— Jeb B. (5/5)

"Very stylish and extremely comfortable. The quality of the materials and the shoe are second to none. Have 2 other styles and all are as equally of the highest quality and very comfortable"

— Francis (5/5)

Q&A

Patented · Interchangeable

Change your bearings, not your sole

Our bearings are hand tied by fishermen in Florida. Each one shackles across the vamp and comes off in seconds with no tools, so a single pair of shoes carries more than 130 different looks. If you would rather fly your own colors, our Bearing Masters will tie those too.

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