Freewaters, a footwear brand founded in California in 2010, will release a limited-edition collaboration model, the “Cloud9 Maxx,” with deps, a bass fishing brand originating in Japan.
This model was created with the perspective of “taking care of the feet” of anglers who put a lot of strain on their feet in harsh environments such as moving around and standing upright for long periods of time, and with the time spent in waterside fields in mind.
Featuring superior rebound and grip thanks to our unique technology , these deps-exclusive shoes provide comfortable support from the start to the end of your fishing trip .
◆ Unique high-rebound “Cloud9 footbed” to support prolonged standing and movement.
The base model, “Cloud9 Maxx,” features freewaters’ proprietary Cloud9 footbed. It offers not just enough softness to rest your feet, but also excellent rebound and stability without sinking too much. It comfortably supports the angler’s feet, reducing fatigue during long overnight drives or hours of standing while fishing from a boat or shore.
◆Outsole with excellent grip
These boots offer both reliable grip on slippery surfaces and lightweight design. The outsole features precisely placed rubber only where needed. While maintaining a lightweight feel, they provide excellent grip on decks wet with morning dew and slippery surfaces. Designed to support anglers’ feet in any situation, from active movements in tough fields to everyday use.
◆Comfortable to wear, making you want to go outside more often
With a brand mission to “deliver clean water” and a deep connection to waterside culture, freewaters develops products that support time spent in various fields, based on the concept of “comfort that makes you want to go outside more.” In recent years, it has gained strong support from professional athletes who take good care of their feet and from people who lead active lifestyles. This collaboration with deps is not just a custom-made model, but was born from a deep connection to the real time spent in the field and the culture of enjoying the waterside. In addition, based on the brand’s activity theme of “delivering clean water,” a portion of the sales will be returned to water projects. The products also use recycled and vegan materials, demonstrating a commitment to manufacturing products that protect the rich waterside environment that is the main battleground for anglers.
[Product Overview]
Product Name: FREEWATERS x deps Recovery Sandals
Color: BLACK / TAUPE / OLIVE
Size: 25cm-28cm
Sales Page: https://www.depsweb.co.jp/membersshop/2026-recoverysandals/ [deps]
deps
Founded in 1996, this Japanese bass fishing brand is
based on its unique philosophy of “big bass hunting.” It has garnered support from many anglers through its realistic ideas born from fieldwork and high-performance products. Based in Lake Biwa, it leads the big bait and swimbait culture. More than just a fishing tackle brand, it continues to promote the time spent by the water and fishing culture itself.
About freewaters
Freewaters is a footwear brand that was founded in California in 2010.
Freewaters continues its brand activities while cherishing three core principles: delivering clean water to areas where securing drinking water is difficult, striving to create environmentally friendly products, and creating the most comfortable footwear in the world.
Through the sale of sandals, we are promoting a water project that addresses global water problems and provides clean water support to areas where access to safe water is difficult.
The product also features a unique Cloud9 footbed with excellent cushioning and responsiveness,
providing comfortable wear even during extended use, from city walks to outdoor activities and travel.
With a focus on comfortable wear, social contribution, and environmental considerations, freewaters will continue to propose new footwear.
One pair of sandals can make a difference to someone.
That’s the brand mission of freewaters.
Official website: https://freewaters.jp/
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Official online store: https://shop.likesdowell.co.jp/view/category/ct_freewaters
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