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    Looking for a new pair. Had the off roads but I think they may be overkill. Simply looking for the lightest ones for a men 13. Cant find specs anywhere.

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    I like the nothinz name brand the best. They are really nice on the feet after a long day of trekking! I think they weigh in around 11oz for a pair. Below is the link to there website.

    http://www.nothinz.com/breeze.htm

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    Try Holeys, they are almost exact copies of Crocs, but made in Canada not China. I have a pair that are a lot lighter than my Crocs and I have been using them for about five years now. The ripple tread has worn off the bottoms, but they are still very useable.

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    More curious about what particular style of crocs is the lightest. Thank you for the links though, I will consider those options as well.

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    Another option that is lighter is Waldies.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Downhill Trucker View Post
    Looking for a new pair. Had the off roads but I think they may be overkill. Simply looking for the lightest ones for a men 13. Cant find specs anywhere.
    I was in Branson Mo last year and found a pair of Crocs size 13 at a Croc outlet store. They come in at 16 oz. I put them on as soon as possible when reaching camp. Very comfortable! I hope to become more UL over the next few months, but I don't know how I can replace my 1 pound crocs.
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    I got a pair of off brand crocs for 10 bucks at a tourist t-shirt shop. They weigh in under 11oz and cost very little. They have little bumpy things inside that massage my feet after a long day of hiking... love them! I think they weigh less b/c there isn't as much material in them. I use them for water crossing and camp shoes, so I could care less what happens to them.

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    None, why bring them.

    The lightest item is the one you don't carry.

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    Quote Originally Posted by parkinson1963 View Post
    None, why bring them.

    The lightest item is the one you don't carry.
    I was waiting for that one!

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    Quote Originally Posted by parkinson1963 View Post
    None, why bring them.

    The lightest item is the one you don't carry.
    Where can I purchase this "None" brand? I searched REI's site but couldn't find it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sarcasm the elf View Post
    Where can I purchase this "None" brand? I searched REI's site but couldn't find it.
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    I wear a size 13 and made a very nice pair of "foam flops" out of that blue very lightweight camping pad( the ugly blue closed -cell kind), Up until now I have used crocs. My crocs weighed in at 13 oz. These foam flops wiegh only 2 oz for the pair! much more compfy sittin around camp in too. They are slip-ons, w/nothing between your toes. I designed them so they would prtect your toes from kickin a rock or small stump too. If anyone is interested I can post a pic.

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    Quote Originally Posted by skeeter View Post
    I wear a size 13 and made a very nice pair of "foam flops" out of that blue very lightweight camping pad( the ugly blue closed -cell kind), Up until now I have used crocs. My crocs weighed in at 13 oz. These foam flops wiegh only 2 oz for the pair! much more compfy sittin around camp in too. They are slip-ons, w/nothing between your toes. I designed them so they would prtect your toes from kickin a rock or small stump too. If anyone is interested I can post a pic.
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    I have a size 13 walmart special version and they weigh 13 oz. vs the Crocs 16 oz., but the reason they were better in my opinion was because the top ankle strap is adjustable with velcro and keeps your feet from sliding forward and felt more stable than Crocs. They were great inside a shelter and running to the privy.

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    Default hole puncher

    what ever pair you do buy make sure you get a lil crazy and punch lots of holes in the top side ive seen some fun creations with it

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    Quote Originally Posted by skeeter View Post
    If anyone is interested I can post a pic.
    Please do! Also, please provide some insight into how you attached the strap and how robust you think it will be.
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    I have some Croc knockoffs that come in 8 oz for the pair. Switched to trail runners, so I don't need them for camp shoes/water crossings anymore.

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