Re: [Paddlewise] Sandal/foot pedal entrapment?

From: Patrick Maun <pmaun_at_bitstream.net>
Date: Tue, 29 May 2001 13:18:37 -0500
I agree with not banning, but warning about possible problems. 
Personally, I either wear booties or stash the sandals on the rear 
deck and go au naturel. I find the problem to be that the stiff sole 
of sandals causes my feet to go to sleep. I need the flex. Actually, 
a good solution to numb feet is to overly flex your foot with every 
stroke. About ten minutes seems to help me when I have the problem.

Doing a reentry with sandals is no fun.

If going barefoot, remember to put some foam on the bottom of the 
boat to avoid chaffing your heels. I silicone mine in.

-Patrick
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