Ultralight Camp Shoe

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Nov 7, 2012
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Looking for a camp shoe for a late August Brooks Range fly in hunt. I have some Crocks but they are 20oz for the pair. With weight limitations I would need something way lighter. Anyone have any suggestions other than flip flops?
 
Birkenstock plastic sandals. Minimalist, very light, highly packable. Cheap too. I took them on a two week backpacking trip in the Winds last summer with good results.
 
Maybe not what you're looking for, but this year i think I'm going to try a thin insole stuffed into a wool sock for a water crossing type 'shoe' instead of the crocs. A pair of costco Merino blend socks, and the stock insoles out of a pair of size 13 Aku boots weighs 4.4oz.

I haven't tried it outside the house yet, but I'm thinking it'll provide enough protection from the rocks for river crossings, and would make a decent stalking sock if needed. Probably not ideal for spending hours in camp, especially if it's wet or snowy, though I'll usually just put my boots on if I've got a lot of walking to do.
 
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