Footwear for hiking in sand

**JERMM** · 01-08-2010, 12:40

What type of footwear do you use for hiking in sand?

**ShelterLeopard** · 01-08-2010, 12:59

I had these sandals made of straw that worked really well, but I think would be uncomfortable for more than just a stroll on the beach.

**JERMM** · 01-08-2010, 13:03

I'm thinking Tevas with socks, but have concerns with sand spurs and constantly stopping to pluck them out.

**unclemjm** · 01-08-2010, 13:39

How about Vibram Five Fingers? The KSO model should keep the sand out. Same issue with sandspurs though.

**Ladytrekker** · 01-08-2010, 13:42

Originally Posted by JERMM

I'm thinking Tevas with socks, but have concerns with sand spurs and constantly stopping to pluck them out.

I just did a hike that was very sandy and I had on Tevas with socks and it worked quite well, had a little sand between the toes but nothing that was irritating.

**leaftye** · 01-08-2010, 13:59

Originally Posted by unclemjm

How about Vibram Five Fingers? The KSO model should keep the sand out. Same issue with sandspurs though.

But you'll totally get sand between your toes.

**off-pher** · 01-08-2010, 15:11

Sandel in summer tevas and boots in winter. That was EZ.

**JERMM** · 01-08-2010, 22:12

Originally Posted by leaftye

But you'll totally get sand between your toes.

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**The Solemates** · 01-10-2010, 23:12

how bout just barefooted? the traditional way...

**Reid** · 01-11-2010, 00:05

Originally Posted by The Solemates

how bout just barefooted? the traditional way...

That was I was about to say. That can vary too because of different types of sand. There's a big difference between Edisto / Hilton Head, Debidue and the OBX and then MB. I like the watershoes for like pools or some old soccer shoes too.

**Hammock Hanger** · 01-11-2010, 09:59

Originally Posted by Reid

That was I was about to say. That can vary too because of different types of sand. There's a big difference between Edisto / Hilton Head, Debidue and the OBX and then MB. I like the watershoes for like pools or some old soccer shoes too.

I did hike barefoot through parts of FL. The sugar sand is soft and sweet. Remember that the dry grass can hide prickers.

**Hammock Hanger** · 01-11-2010, 10:02

Originally Posted by JERMM

What type of footwear do you use for hiking in sand?

I have hiked barefoot, sandals, sneakers, boots... Remember that sand can be very abrasive when stuck between sock and skin.

I currently wear trail runners, with short gaiters to keep the sand and scree out.

Chacos with water socks works pretty well.

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