Ascan Star Thermo winter surf shoe test

Manuel Vogel

 · 01.09.2021

Ascan Star Thermo winter surf shoe test

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The Star Thermo surf shoe from manufacturer Ascan is one of the cheapest and thickest models on the market. We have tried it out.

This inexpensive shoe from Ascan offers a wide, comfortable entry, but can also be pulled tight using the two Velcro fasteners. The neoprene and sole are extremely soft and comfortable. The six millimetre thick neoprene provides good thermal insulation, but some water gets inside at the seams, which pushes the comfort level up a little.

Technical data:

  • Neoprene thickness: 6 mm
  • Available sizes: 37-38/39/40-41/42/43-44/45-46/47-48
  • Price: 44,90 Euro >> available here
The seams of the Ascan Star Thermo surf shoe are not completely tight under tensionThe seams of the Ascan Star Thermo surf shoe are not completely tight under tension
The Ascan Star Thermo has been doubled in the toe areaThe Ascan Star Thermo has been doubled in the toe area

Conclusion:

For a reasonable budget, Ascan offers a warm and comfortable boot that keeps you nice and warm in water up to around 5-7 degrees. If that's not enough, you can upgrade to the 7mm "Titan" model, which has a noticeably thicker sole.

Easy to get started, value for money

Seams not 100 per cent tight

Manuel Vogel

Manuel Vogel

Editor surf

Manuel Vogel, born in 1981, lives in Kiel and learned to windsurf at the age of six at his father's surf school. In 1997, he completed his training as a windsurfing instructor and worked for over 15 years as a windsurfing instructor in various centers, at Kiel University sports and in the coaching team of the “Young Guns” freestyle camps. He has been part of the surf test team since 2003. After completing his teaching degree in 2013, he followed his heart and started as editor of surf magazine for the test and riding technique sections. Since 2021, he has also been active in wingfoiling - mainly at his home spots on the Baltic Sea or in the waves of Denmark.

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