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Scubapro Base 4 MM Lightweight Dive Boot

Scubapro  |  SKU: 57.113.500
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Product Information

The Scubapro Base Boot, 4mm is an economical, durable zip-up dive boot built for temperate water diving, recreational use and the rental market. It is made from X-Foam, a petroleum-free limestone-based neoprene, in a 4mm thickness, and rides on a lightweight HD rubber textured sole with rubberized toe and heel armor.

Who it is for

This boot suits recreational divers in temperate water who want warmth underfoot plus real protection on boat decks and rocky shore entries, and it is equally aimed at dive centers running rental fleets. The color-coded logo makes sizes easy to identify in a shared gear bin, and the zipper closure speeds up donning when you are kitting up on a moving boat. Divers who travel will appreciate a 4mm boot that stays flexible and packs without bulk.

Key details

  • Material: 4mm X-Foam neoprene, petroleum-free and limestone-based, compliant with PAH and REACH regulations.
  • Sole: newly designed lightweight HD rubber textured sole for durability, flexibility and effective anti-slip tread.
  • Armor: rubberized toe cap guards against abrasion from the fin pocket edge; rubberized heel cap includes a molded fin strap keeper.
  • Closure: long zipper secured with a Velcro tab.
  • Weight: 0.99 lb in size XL.
  • Item number: 57.113.500 (UPC 4048336419420).

Compatibility and sizing

The Base Boot is designed for boot-fit (open-heel) fins, and the molded fin strap keeper on the heel helps hold the strap in place. Scubapro publishes the Base Boot in 2XS (purple), XS (pink), S (green), M (blue), L (yellow), XL (orange), 2XL (gray) and 3XL (white), so each size carries its own logo color. This listing is the XL, which uses the orange color code.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Scubapro dealer and a real dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call or chat with us at 888-701-4017 if you want help matching boot size to your fin foot pockets.

⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

What thickness of dive boots, gloves, or hood should I choose?

As a general rule, thicker neoprene insulates more, so colder water pushes you toward thicker accessories, but fit, dive length, and personal cold tolerance matter as much as the millimeter number. Divers commonly lose a great deal of heat through the head, so a hood is often the highest-value warmth upgrade for the money. Remember that every added piece of neoprene also adds buoyancy you will need to account for.

How should dive boots fit?

Boots should fit like a snug athletic shoe, with no heel lift and no crushed toes; a little water inside is normal, a sloshing pocket is not. Try them on with the socks you would actually dive, and remember your fin foot pocket has to accommodate the boot. Hard-sole boots protect on rocky shore entries, while soft-sole boots are lighter and pack smaller for boat and travel diving.

How should dive gloves fit?

Gloves should be snug across the palm with fingertips reaching the ends without bunching, since trapped air and loose fingertips destroy dexterity. Thicker gloves are warmer but make buckles, clips, and inflator buttons harder to operate, so choose the thinnest glove that keeps you comfortable in your conditions. Try working a clip or buckle while wearing them before you commit.

How should a dive hood fit?

A hood should seal around the face and neck without restricting your throat or jaw, and lie flat on your head without pulling the mask strap out of position. A loose hood flushes cold water continuously, while an overly tight one is distracting and uncomfortable. Many hoods have a vent to release air trapped during descent, so check yours and burp out any trapped air before you go down.

Why does new neoprene feel so tight?

New neoprene compresses and relaxes with use, so a boot, glove, or hood that feels firm out of the packaging usually settles slightly after a few dives. It should still be snug afterward rather than loose, because neoprene that stretches into a loose fit was probably oversized to begin with. Buy for a snug fit when new, but never for a fit that restricts circulation or breathing.

Do I need to change my weighting when I add a hood, gloves, and boots?

Yes, because every piece of neoprene you add is buoyancy, and a hood, boots, and thick gloves together can shift your weighting noticeably. Do a proper buoyancy check any time you change your exposure protection rather than assuming your usual weight still works. The weight-check procedure is covered in your training, and a dive professional can help you re-do it.

How do I care for dive boots, gloves, and hoods?

Rinse them inside and out in fresh water after every dive day, since they hold sweat and salt more than any other gear, and dry them fully inside-out before packing. Dry them out of direct sunlight and never on a heater, because heat hardens neoprene and weakens glued seams. Store them dry and unfolded, as damp neoprene sealed in a bag is how gear picks up a permanent smell.

Why do Scubapro Base Boots have different logo colors?

The logo color is a size code. Scubapro publishes the Base Boot with 2XS in purple, XS in pink, S in green, M in blue, L in yellow, XL in orange, 2XL in gray and 3XL in white. That makes sizes quick to identify in a rental bin or a shared gear locker, and it helps you grab the right pair when several divers use similar boots.

What fins work with the Base Boot, 4mm?

The Base Boot is designed for boot-fit, open-heel fins rather than full-foot fins. The rubberized heel cap includes a molded fin strap keeper that helps hold the fin strap in place, and the rubberized toe cap protects the neoprene from abrasion against the edge of the fin foot pocket. Size your fin foot pockets to accommodate a 4mm boot.

What is X-Foam neoprene?

X-Foam is the neoprene Scubapro uses in the Base Boot. It is petroleum-free and limestone-based, and the boot complies with PAH and REACH regulations. In this boot it is built in a 4mm thickness, which Scubapro positions for temperate water diving, recreational use and the rental market, so you get insulation underfoot while keeping the boot flexible.

How do you put the Base Boot on and keep it closed?

The Base Boot uses a long zipper for easy donning, and the zipper is secured with a Velcro tab so it stays closed during the dive. The long zipper makes the boot easy to don, and Scubapro positions the Base Boot for temperate water diving, recreational use and the rental market.