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Author: | augaug [ Tue Aug 28, 2012 2:13 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Regarding the "stink" of Vibram FiveFingers. The KSO's are great for the boat. Very breathable fabric, not that thick, and a thinner sole. They also make the FLOW, which is neoprene, a bit warmer for cool water, and with a slightly different sole material. You can wash them easily. So stink shouldn't be an issue if you have dedicated sailing shoes. |
Author: | GD_NC [ Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:39 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Thanks for all the great input! I'm checking out the options. I'm currently leaning toward the TopSider Bungee but we'll see. Hobie16bum wrote: launching from the beautifull Crystal Coast sandy beaches Hey, where do you sail? I grew up sailling and windsurfing all around that area between Swansboro, EI, Atlantic Beach & Morehead. Kept my H18 on the beach just south of the EI pier many summers. Fantastic sailing. I really miss it. |
Author: | Barren [ Wed Aug 29, 2012 7:44 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Yeah, I love that Vibrams are machine washable! |
Author: | VT Carumba [ Wed Aug 29, 2012 12:05 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
I have been using the New Balance Minumus MT trail shoe, it holds the sand a little but works great for traction, protection, it's lighweight etc. It also drys pretty quickly and doesn't smell. New Balance desc: -Synthetic mesh upper provides lightweight comfort and support. -Designed to be worn with or without socks. -Anti-microbial treatment resists odors. -Deconstructed ACTEVA® midsole provides great flexibility and featherweight cushioning. -Minimal Vibram® outsole for lightweight traction and durability. http://www.newbalance.com/Minimus-10-Tr ... gid=101200 |
Author: | Tom King [ Wed Aug 29, 2012 6:06 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
For cat sailing, I like a fairly stiff sole with an indentation under the arch. Currently using these for cat and trap dinghy sailing: http://www.mauriprosailing.com/Harken-S ... G2063.html I've never found the ideal shoe. |
Author: | optikid [ Thu Aug 30, 2012 12:08 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
I perfer bare foot for both opti and h16 but im starting high school sailing and we sail 420s and a requirement is shoes. Has any one tryed the one in the first post or this? http://www.zhik.com/ProductDetails.aspx ... goryID=255 |
Author: | Hobie16bum [ Fri Sep 07, 2012 3:11 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
GD_NC wrote: Thanks for all the great input! I'm checking out the options. I'm currently leaning toward the TopSider Bungee but we'll see. Hobie16bum wrote: launching from the beautifull Crystal Coast sandy beaches Hey, where do you sail? I grew up sailling and windsurfing all around that area between Swansboro, EI, Atlantic Beach & Morehead. Kept my H18 on the beach just south of the EI pier many summers. Fantastic sailing. I really miss it. Launching form 11th Street public access downtown Morehead City. Went out yesterday, 23kts wind with the gennaker on the H16, what a blast, only pitch poled once, not bad for a couple a 50 year old. Still beat the H18 with the college kids onboard, its good for the mid life ego's. |
Author: | GD_NC [ Fri Sep 07, 2012 6:32 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Tom Kirkman wrote: The ones I liked the most are SON-R Feedback Bungees. I picked up a pair of Sperry Son-R Bungees and tried them out last week while sailling at the coast. I'm very happy with them and they are super comfortable. These are a really good choice. Thanks for the tip Tom and thanks to everyone for the great input. |
Author: | GD_NC [ Fri Sep 07, 2012 6:35 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Hobie16bum wrote: GD_NC wrote: Thanks for all the great input! I'm checking out the options. I'm currently leaning toward the TopSider Bungee but we'll see. Hobie16bum wrote: launching from the beautifull Crystal Coast sandy beaches Hey, where do you sail? I grew up sailling and windsurfing all around that area between Swansboro, EI, Atlantic Beach & Morehead. Kept my H18 on the beach just south of the EI pier many summers. Fantastic sailing. I really miss it. Launching form 11th Street public access downtown Morehead City. Went out yesterday, 23kts wind with the gennaker on the H16, what a blast, only pitch poled once, not bad for a couple a 50 year old. Still beat the H18 with the college kids onboard, its good for the mid life ego's. Nice - I was down in Wilmington going between no wind and thunderstorms. Sounds like I picked the wrong spot! I've see a bunch of cats at 11th street do people keep their boats set up there? |
Author: | Tim H16 [ Thu Sep 20, 2012 3:00 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Walmart sells the Ocean Pacific water shoes with a rubber sole for less than $10.00 a pair. |
Author: | jonh [ Fri Sep 21, 2012 7:04 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
Tim H16 wrote: Walmart sells the Ocean Pacific water shoes with a rubber sole for less than $10.00 a pair. Picked up those OPs a few days before you posted at Dicks, about 11 bucks on sale. |
Author: | AntonLargiader [ Fri Sep 21, 2012 7:18 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: What's on your feet when you sail? |
West Marine water shoes. Likely not the best, but they're perfectly adequate. FiveFingers sound like a great idea! |
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