The PLASMA line will meet the demands of the budget orientated rider looking for quality. Offering a great fit and protection from the elements, ION wraps it all up in a spicy and unique design. All of the PLASMA models have the following standard features: Segmented Sole: Creative and strategic cuttings have been integrated into the sole to enhance the flexibility in critical areas of the foot. Rubber Wings: Added support tot he vulnerable ankle areas Last Construction: NS: No-split construction- same as in previous years MATERIALSRepellen-si: this fabric absorbs less water, reduces weight, dries much quicker for extra warmthSupra_Tex: tear and cut resistant Ballistic Sole: super resistant ARAMID sole protects against sharp mussels, coral reef and other sharp objects Internal split toe: eliminates the spongy feeling in the toe area (execpt the Ballsitic Toes: these shoes even have the external spilt!) Segmented sole: strategic cuttings enhance flexibility of the sole Barefoot Feeling: 3rd generation of the ultimate combination of warmth and barefoot feeling! Panda_Paw: a new and softer rubber used as a mid sole increases the abrasion resistance Tatex_Glue: all GBs_seams are sealed outside with extra tatex_Glue for best water proofness Donut_cuff: made of one piece of Neoprene provides slick cuff sealing without seams Velcro_loop: detachable water sealing Velcro loop around the shaft GBS_Seams: water sealing for all seams Grip print: gives you just the right friction in footstraps