To Further the Deckard-Mid, we advance with a canvas version of the boat shoe with the traditional welted sole. Sure other brands have canvas boat shoes, but most of them suck.. VAEL developed a process for coating canvas which treats the fabric with a weather- proof coating. A Vibram deck sole ensures a quality ride and comfort above all. Slip-lasted on our Yacht-last, the Deckard-Mid features full grain leather lining and a full grain leather covered EVA sockliner. American-Hide leather thong laces.