Mares NG Classic Dive Boot 5mm - Honest Review & Test 2024

By Julius
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Mares Classic NG 5mm

Classic and timeless, the Mares Ng 5mm Classic Dive Boot is super affordable, convenient to put on and I cannot find anything to complain about.

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It offers great value for a very affordable price, a time-tested design, and everything you could possibly want in a dive boot.

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Of course, we also read other opinions online but in the end, nothing beats real world experience. So we took the time for a thorough Mares NG Classic Dive Boot 5mm test and review! Below you find everything you need to know, including features, specs and what we like, and don't like about it.

Review Summary

Social Diving Editor's Choice

Classic and timeless, these boots are super affordable, convenient to put on, and an all-time bestseller.

Our Rating

4.7 / 5.0

What We Like

  • Good price
  • Timeless and classic
  • Easy to put on and off
  • Very flexible
  • Accurate sizing chart
  • Fits every foot
  • Lightweight

Reasons to Avoid

  • 6.5mm version would be great
  • Sole not the thickest
  • Zipper can break after a lot of usage

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First Impression

In a hurry and looking for the gist of things? Here is our review in short. Keep reading for the entire version.

Classic and timeless, the Mares Ng Classic Dive Boot 5mm is super affordable and convenient to put on and does its job. It offers a time-tested design and everything you could possibly want in a dive boot.

Unlike other models from Italian brands (including Mares themselves), these booties have a very accurate sizing chart! We think the soles could be thicker and found that after around 100-120 dives the zipper tends to break off at the top. This doesn’t mean you cannot use them but it’s a bit inconvenient.

The Mares NG Classic Dive Boot is a great choice for any diver and are a true classic.

Classic and timeless, the Mares Ng 5mm Classic Dive Boot is super affordable and convenient to put on and I cannot find anything to complain about.

In addition, this is probably the most-sold dive boot in the world.

It offers great value for a very affordable price, a time-tested design, and everything you could possibly want in a dive boot.

I have sold dozens of these to my students and never heard a single complaint. They fit well, feature a flexible rubber sole, and are easy to put on or off.

They are available in 3mm and 5mm versions, but I suggest you always go for the 5mm ones when scuba diving is your goal.

Conclusion

If you want a solid option that is perfect for beginners, get the Mares Classic Dive Boot now!

If you have any other questions or need advice, leave us a comment below and get the conversation started.

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Hey! I'm Julius, professional scuba instructor, diver, outdoor lover, entrepreneur and CEO and founder of Social Diving. I write about scuba diving (including tech, cave, sidemount, and freediving), travel, and love what I do. If you have any questions, send me a message. :-)

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