nifty sandals

In the summer, I like to wear sandals whenever possible. Basically, I live in them unless I have to put on boots for working around the property for safety reasons. My favorite was from Bite Shoes model XGT. Wide footbed, stable, nice "bear claws" for grip, very comfortable.

My wife (an awesome woman by the way, thanks for asking) got me some new sandals from REI. The company is called Keen. Man, these things are cool. Deep wide footbed, grippy enough in the soles, stable and comfortable ...... but with a toe guard. I love these things!

I like both these brands. Just thought that if there are other sandal wearers out there they might like to know about a couple of really good ones.
Mike

i've really only worn thong sandals for daily use.. altho i have a pair of Tevas for white water rafting.

i'd really like a nice pair of leather sandals for this summer. Birkenstocks are incredibly comfortable.

right now these are my foot-EDC: http://a712.g.akamai.net/7/712/225/1h/www.eastbay.com/images/products/zoom/42103314_z.jpg

Edit:
here are the shoes i'm saving $25 to get for this summer.. http://a712.g.akamai.net/7/712/225/1h/www.eastbay.com/images/products/zoom/49400316_z.jpg

i have'ta have the thong sandals or my feet don't feel stabile in the sandal.. my feet tend to always slide too far forward, and i'm infamous for stubbing my toes.

Something in the sandal world has also caught my eye: KEEN
I like em, too!
REI link:
http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&productId=47657192&parent_category_rn=4501263

I have a pair of Teva Slingshots that are more of a full neoprene shoe that is nice for canoeing, but chafe a bit...the KEENs seem to fit the bill.

Keen's are somewhat expensive. But if you compare them to Teva's (or similar type), they really aren't that bad.


Mike

I just picked up some new running shoes off the internet last week... new balance 716 series size 11EE .. available on amazon.com searches in many sizes. The 710 series is among the most highly rated shoes for the price for balanced/neutral runners or slight overpronators.

The things just feel so darn good on the feet...lots of cushon... and this particular model is made in the USA.

I have a pair of Asics sandals that were on sale. They have quick release buckle for the rear that I really like, alot quicker.

I used to wear them alot, I found them far more comfortable with socks.

Chacos ROCK! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

yes, I have never seen a sandal with as nice a web system as chacos.