Re: [Paddlewise] Footwear

Just to add my $.02 to this already massive thread. Before spending 
the "big bucks" on a fancy pair of Tevas, make sure your feet are 
comfortable in your boat with sandals. My feet fall asleep (pins and 
needles) in the boat when in something as stiff in a sandal. In good 
weather, I generally wear an old pair of low-cut diving shoes with a 
very flexible sole. The sole looks like a sneaker, but is flexible to 
fit into diving fins. In winter, it is multiple layers under the 
drysuit bootie, then neo booties, then if I have to walk, I wear 
sandals over everything, but last them under my shockcords once I am 
in the boat.

Actually, I know several people who wear sandals until they get in to 
their boats, then strap 'em to the deck and paddle barefoot.

-Patrick

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