Flip flops in Backcountry

[huntcoop]

+1 for the Merrells over crocs. Nice to lace up when crossing swift water.

Basic Crocs, or knock-offs, with the flip up and down heal strap. If worn properly they shouldn't come off in a river crossing.

 

[jherald]

Basic Crocs, or knock-offs, with the flip up and down heal strap. If worn properly they shouldn't come off in a river crossing.

Haven't lost a Croc slipper yet during a river or creek crossing.

 

[Shraggs]

I didn't like the way my crocs packed, a little bulky. I found these at cabelas - cushe at 10 oz a pair vs 14 oz for my crocs. Both size 11. I think they were around $40.

The other option I have toyed with is my hodgeman neoprene 2mm socks. Pretty warm and weather resistant, with tiny perforations for some breath ability. Around 5 oz pair.

Pics when get home!

 

[Shraggs]

View attachment 53659

 

[Shraggs]

View attachment 53661

these i would wear as camp shoes

 

[MtnMuley]

I run the Cushe shoes also. They are great, but a pain to get on compared to several other options. After a long day hiking, I don't like any extra effort putting on my camp shoes.

 

[Marmots]

I bring a pair of keen sandals for camp shoes. They are a bit heavier than Crocs but I like the added stability and security for creek crossings and wading around alpine lakes to fly fish.

But I fish too much on every hunting trip because it physically hurts me to walk by a body of water and not know what's in it.

 

[CJF]

Step 1: Go get a pedicure.
Step 2: Pick out a nice natural manly color to get your toenails painted.
Step 3: Let them put the flimsy lightweight next to nothing flip flops on your feet so you don't mess up the polish before it dries.
Step 4: Post a picture of your pedicure to Rokslide
Step 5: Take those flimsy lightweight next to nothing flip flops hunting (they can't weigh more than 1.73 ounces)
Step 6: Let us know if it works out

 

[MattB]

I strap crocs to the outside of my pack, so it doesn't matter to me how they pack.

 

[Markdjr]

Bedrock sandals are a popular lightweight option, mine have been very comfortable.

 

[AK Troutbum]

Here’s another lightweight option. Less than $10 at Walmart and made in the USA.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

[ChrisAU]

A couple days before we left for CO 2nd rifle I swung into a Family Dollar Store and bought the last two pair of what I now affectionately call "docs" for $5/pair. Croc knock offs, they were absolutely clutch around camp.

Dolla Sto Crocs = Docs

 

[Tmddmt7]

I have the Walmart special as well, very light and perfect camp shoe

 

[rbljack]

based on all the recommendations in here, I bought a set of crocs today. I have the ones with the plastic strap that rotates to the front or rear of the shoe, and they are size 10. Just weighed them in at 13 ounces. If I find a pair of dawgs, I may try them because I hear they are lighter, but for now, I have a camp shoe for my next outing. I tried on multiple pairs. I didn't like the ones with the adjustable velcr strap as much. Although it did allow me to snug them up a bit more, I didn't like the fact that I couldn't slip into them while standing up. Small gripe for sure, but thought I should mention it for anyone considering a camp shoe.

I can see why so many people like them. Im wearing them right now with a pair of socks, and they are pretty comfortable. Sitting around camp by the fire, it will be nice to get the boots off and let the feet air out some.

 

[Muleyczy]

Crocs are the way to go

 

[ohoopee]

I love crocs. I picked up a pair of the "lite ride" model for a trip 6 mo's ago because I left mine at home.
The new model has a much softer bed. They weigh 20 oz.

 

[RCL]

Been using the Walmart specials and have no complaints.

 

[kipper09]

I went with these crocs. Figured they would maybe fit the bill and also be strapped on to cross water if necessary


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

[mcseal2]

I have been running the Hound Dawgs for a couple years now after reading this thread way back. I like them. My first pair I wore a bunch around home plus in the boat and on sandbars fishing the river, wore the sole a little thin. Walking on my gravel driveway started to hurt so I got another pair for that, plus a pair a size to big for camp shoes. I like how easy the bigger ones are to get on over my full cushion Darn Tough socks being sized up, and how much air gets around my feet. My socks dry really fast while I'm wearing them. I'm more likely to pull my boots off and let my feet dry with these along on a long glassing session too if the conditions allow it.