More than 130 bearings in stock, hand tied in Vero Beach, Florida
Hand cut and stitched by Portuguese Cobblers
The Tarpon - Waterman

The Tarpon - 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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Shipping calculated at checkout.

Want to Customize Your Look?

Custom Monogram Red - Navy - Red Old Glory on Navy
Change Your Bearings, Not Your Sole. Bearings are our patented, swappable accents. Add another below to make this shoe yours. Shop all Bearings →

The Tarpon waterman is inspired by our Founder’s favorite and most revered target species of sport fish. A lifelong pursuit of chasing Tarpon both inshore and nearshore, on fly and spinning tackle; it’s without hesitation and pound for pound the most thrilling fight of any sportfish, thus earning the well-deserved moniker “The Silver King.” The muted silverly grey leather mimics the Tarpon’s unmistakable hue, and it's sandstone outsole emulates the top of the Tarpon’s body from an anglers perspective. The Tarpon Waterman is defined by its versatility and designed for optimum performance on and off the water, The Waterman's hybrid driver sole, low profile lines, and technical capabilities from the sole up. Featuring our most technically advanced siping for superior all-around wear, expert craftsmanship, exquisite genuine waterproof leathers, all complemented with precision hand stitching. The Tarpon Waterman is a perfect pairing to a wide variety of color tones, and is as versatile as the Tarpon itself.

Algarve Nubuck: Waterproof Spanish Leather

Sole: Non Slip / Non-marking - Nicotine

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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The Tarpon - Waterman

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 11 reviews.

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Great shoes, not for the

"Great shoes, not for the pricing, but the quality. I now have three pair and am delighted."

— William B. (5/5)

fit great and look great

"can wear these shoes casually with jeans or dress pants at work. . looks great in every setting!"

— Joe L. (5/5)

Great Loafers

"Great fitting and amazing looking loafer. Love that you can switch out the bearings to get a pop of color."

— David D. (5/5)

Second Pair

"Highly recommend."

— Douglas R. (5/5)

Love these shoes. Fit well

"Love these shoes. Fit well and true. Very comfortable. Looking at buying more in different colors and styles"

— Mark E. (5/5)

Slick

"SUPER comfortable and trendy."

— Bryan K. (5/5)

Tarpon Waterman

"Love the shoes and always love Waterman. Have a few and will continue purchasing Riomar!!"

— Richard C. (5/5)

Comfortable

"Very comfortable , perfect add to the wardrobe"

— Ed W. (5/5)

Casual Cool

"After previously purchasing a couple pair of deck drivers, I decided to try the Waterman and very pleased. Super comfortable and stylish just like the deck drivers. You can dress them up or down and they look great. Casual sport coat and pants or short sleeve shirt and shorts it fits the role perfectly."

— Kevin P. (5/5)

My husband loved these! Such

"My husband loved these! Such good quality!"

— Suzy D. (5/5)

Q&A

I’m not sure if I should get a 11.5 or a 12. I normally wear an 11.5 in dress shoes (ferragamo/santoni) and 12 in sneakers.
Lean 11.5. We can offer free exchanges, so not to worry! 🍻

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.

The Tarpon - Waterman Custom Monogram bearing Old Glory on Navy bearing Riomar Burgee bearing Merica bearing Jolly Roger bearing Anchor bearing Teak bearing Navy - Red - Navy bearing Bahamian Flag bearing Near Shore bearing

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