Re:[pct-l] Sandals

["BeachBum" <transient@backpacker.com>]

On Sun, 25 Jun 2000 20:28:14 EDT Hiker97@aol.com wrote:
What have been 
>anyone's experience hiking in sandals in non-snow conditions?  Thanks, 
>Switchback

I did a two month, 800 mile run on the AT last year wearing a pair of Merrell Convertibles with Spanco Hiker inserts glued into them. No problems other than callous build up. I used Seal Skins and socks when it was cold. I live in Salt Lake now and went snow shoeing in them this winter. The only problem I had was snow build up between the snowshoes and the Seal Skins. I find the sandal/Seal Skin combo to be much warmer than any winter boot I've tried. I assume it's due to the lack of circulation restriction. The sandals, of course, work very well in the summer. I have noticed that as my load approaches 45+ pounds I feel it more in my feet. But the same is true with boots on. I just went to lighter gear and rarely go over 35 pounds max. Oh, by the way, I'm 53 years old and I've worn nothing but sandals, period, for the last 8 years. But just because it worked for me doesn't mean it will for you....try it first before you commit.
Jerry

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