I'm doing 60 miles of the JMT in August. I am thinking I will do it in Chacos.
I'm trying to think back on my 2008 hike through the area and I can't remember anything that I couldn't have managed in Chacos except some of the snow, and that should be gone by mid-August when I plan to be there. Am I blocking anything from my memory?
I've been wearing Chacos on hikes around my area and have been surprised how well it works. I have never stubbed a toe or hurt myself in any way except chafing from the straps. I'll wear socks with them on the JMT.
What do you think? Bad idea? Good idea?