Shoes with lots of ventilation

[Ahjno]

I'm in the market for an extra pair of shoes to get out and about. Currently walking around on a pair of Hanwags (B/C category), though 6 out 10 times they're overkill: too warm, too heavy, etc.

So, I'm looking for a:
- pair of shoes (below the ankle; think 'bushcraft trainer' style )
- high grade of ventilation
- should withstand some rain
- lightweight
- laces
- soles with proper profile. No need for a hardcore profile like on outdoor boots, but more than on regular trainers if possible
- if possible being able to wear them casually would be great
- etc.

I'm unfamiliar with outdoor footwear, so any pointers, etc are most welcome

 

[Jared]

A pair of Merrells?

http://www.merrell.com/UK/en/Men-Footwear-Shoes-Hiking

 

[cbr6fs]

http://www.salomon.com/uk/product/xa-pro-3d.html

 

[janso]

Flip flops and sandals work... Albeit, not at the same time


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[Mike8472]

These are pretty good for the money: army issue sandals

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/281346866006?nav=SEARCH

 

[weekender]

Crocs work well around camp.....


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[bullterrier]

If you want lightweight lace ups you could consider something like the Mephisto or Gri Sport "walking shoes" - the ones with the very broad lacing. OK, I know they make you look like you are on an organised walking holiday through Bavaria but they look really comfy!

 

[M McB]

I'm on my second pair of Merrells and have found them perfect for general out and about.

 

[Rich D]

 

[weekender]

Not with socks!!!!!! 😳


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[carabao]

Keen are superb sandals hard as nail, good sole.

 

[kelster]

Keen are superb sandals hard as nail, good sole.

I have to second that. Great summer shoes with tough material and hard wearing soles

 

[Chiseller]

Most Salmon cross trainer/approach shoe. I like em .

Nailed Horbury Bridge rapids .....wooooooo

 

[Dave]

I got a couple of pairs of Hi-tec Owaka sandals, as they were on sale for just £10 a pair in Blacks last year, and Chris Townsend was walking in a pair.
He should know his footwear.

 

[R.Lewis]

Old school desert boots. I use a pair of Clarks desert boots (leather, not suede) all summer and all the time at the 'moot. Perfect for me.

 

[lou1661]

I tried a pair of merrell ventilator sandals at least I think that's what they were called. Like a open backed trainer with loads of vents. They were heavy, uncomfortable, hot sweat boxes. I threw them in the bin after a days wear as they were awful. And went back to my rogue and slip slop combination

 

[samharber]

Vivo barefoot shoes should do the job - http://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/mens/trail-freak-mens?colour=Navy/Sulphur

 

[tamoko]

I have inov-8 TERROC 330 very light, good ventilation great for "out and about"
For "hard work" but good ventilation Merrell Sawtooth.

 

[Ahjno]

Cheers guys, though I'd only walk on flipflops on the beach - I don't do sandals.


Those Merrells look like they'll work. I'll try and find a store overhere to check them out in the flesh.

Cheers all