what foot wear do you use? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

taggermike · 06-19-2013, 10:20 AM

I cover up about all the skin I can but I don't cover my feet.
Getting tired of red feet. I don't need any thing for warmth,
just sun coverage. Socks, light shoes, what are you guys wearing.
Thanks Mike

wiredantz · 06-19-2013, 10:22 AM

I wear these

http://www.dolphinscuba.com/o-neill-...FYhxQgodkW8A_A

CKallday71 · 06-19-2013, 10:24 AM

So far the most comfortable I've found are made by Body Glove. With my Hobie I like to wear something that covers both the top and bottom of my feet so that I can push and pull on the pedals like I do when I'm riding my bike.

BrokeLoser · 06-19-2013, 10:25 AM

I wear my jet ski booties:

MrPatrick · 06-19-2013, 10:50 AM

I like the Calcutta brand of dive boots. Nice durable sole.

boxturtle · 06-19-2013, 10:58 AM

second on dive boots...the sole is soft works well with hobies

Raskal311 · 06-19-2013, 11:32 AM

I have a set of dive boots but I can't imagine keeping those on on a warm day. Do you guys fill it with water to keep your feet cool?

easyday · 06-19-2013, 11:45 AM

I wear these and I love em. I use them for running, kayaking, hiking, all purpose

Raskal311 · 06-19-2013, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by easyday

I wear these and I love em. I use them for running, kayaking, hiking, all purpose

I was going to pick a pair up last week when some website had them on sale. $32 I think but Marine buddy of mine who run in those told me that proper fit was crucial and I should go get fitted before buying. I’m going to have to remember to try a pair out next time I’m and sports chalet.

Dannowar · 06-19-2013, 12:01 PM

cheapy dive boots with my waders

THESE with my splash pants

Cadillyak · 06-19-2013, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by easyday

I wear these and I love em. I use them for running, kayaking, hiking, all purpose

x2 on the KSO Vibrams

Baja_Traveler · 06-19-2013, 01:41 PM

Started out with Dive booties, but my feet sweated too much - that unbreathable neoprene is killer on a hot day. Then I went to the KSO five fingers like those above - they worked well, but are so lowcut that the top of my feet still sunburned.
Then I did my research and found out what the flats fishermen use in the tropics. Columbia Drainmaker shoes came super highly rated - made like tennis shoes, but designed for breathability and water use. Now my feet never get hot, and are completely covered for sun protection. When they get stinky, I just throw them in the washing machine. You can get them cheap right now, because they have been replaced by the newer PowerDrain line, I think I paid something like $40 at West Marine a month ago.

lowprofile · 06-19-2013, 02:45 PM

camo Crocs!

its all the rage!

Dannowar · 06-19-2013, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by lowprofile

camo Crocs!

its all the rage!

I love you, but c'mon man....

alanw · 06-19-2013, 02:52 PM

I saw these at Shimano, anyone tried them yet? Might be good for yakkin.

http://fish.shimano.com/publish/cont.../Footwear.html

makoslayer · 06-20-2013, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by taggermike

I cover up about all the skin I can but I don't cover my feet.
Getting tired of red feet. I don't need any thing for warmth,
just sun coverage. Socks, light shoes, what are you guys wearing.
Thanks Mike

Kokatat! Father In Law bought me a pair and they are amazing

06-19-2013, 10:20 AM	#1
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	what foot wear do you use? I cover up about all the skin I can but I don't cover my feet. Getting tired of red feet. I don't need any thing for warmth, just sun coverage. Socks, light shoes, what are you guys wearing. Thanks Mike

06-19-2013, 10:22 AM	#2
wiredantz Currently @ MLO Territory Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Under the Shadow Posts: 2,290	I wear these http://www.dolphinscuba.com/o-neill-...FYhxQgodkW8A_A __________________ Team: Disbanded You only have one chance in this life...make the right decision(s)...so you don't regret it

06-19-2013, 10:24 AM	#3
CKallday71 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: The 951 Posts: 430	So far the most comfortable I've found are made by Body Glove. With my Hobie I like to wear something that covers both the top and bottom of my feet so that I can push and pull on the pedals like I do when I'm riding my bike. __________________ I fish therefore I am. Selling cars since 2006. If you love what you do you never WORK a day in your life.

06-19-2013, 11:32 AM	#7
Raskal311 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Santa Ana/Westminster Posts: 1,256	I have a set of dive boots but I can't imagine keeping those on on a warm day. Do you guys fill it with water to keep your feet cool? __________________ Kevin Yellow PA12

06-19-2013, 12:01 PM	#10
Dannowar Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 1,823	cheapy dive boots with my waders THESE with my splash pants __________________ "Beware the lollipop of mediocrity; lick it once and you’ll suck forever." — Brian Wilson

06-19-2013, 10:25 AM	#4
BrokeLoser Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 472	I wear my jet ski booties:

06-19-2013, 10:50 AM	#5
MrPatrick Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Waiting to launch Posts: 1,381	I like the Calcutta brand of dive boots. Nice durable sole.

06-19-2013, 10:58 AM	#6
boxturtle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 291	second on dive boots...the sole is soft works well with hobies

06-19-2013, 01:41 PM	#12
Baja_Traveler Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Table 17, Bay Park Fish Co. Posts: 943	Started out with Dive booties, but my feet sweated too much - that unbreathable neoprene is killer on a hot day. Then I went to the KSO five fingers like those above - they worked well, but are so lowcut that the top of my feet still sunburned. Then I did my research and found out what the flats fishermen use in the tropics. Columbia Drainmaker shoes came super highly rated - made like tennis shoes, but designed for breathability and water use. Now my feet never get hot, and are completely covered for sun protection. When they get stinky, I just throw them in the washing machine. You can get them cheap right now, because they have been replaced by the newer PowerDrain line, I think I paid something like $40 at West Marine a month ago.

06-19-2013, 02:45 PM	#13
lowprofile #1 on fishstick's hitlist Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sea level Posts: 1,477	camo Crocs! its all the rage! __________________ MLPA- My Largest Poaching Area

06-19-2013, 02:52 PM	#15
alanw Made in U.S.A. Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Dana Point Posts: 1,625	I saw these at Shimano, anyone tried them yet? Might be good for yakkin. http://fish.shimano.com/publish/cont.../Footwear.html __________________ Hobie PA 14 ¸.·´¯`·.´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸><(((º> Jackson Kraken ¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·.´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸><(((º> Malibu X-Factor ¸.·´¯`·.´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸><(((º> Malibu Stealth-12 ¸.·´¯`·.´¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸><(((º> Its not a spelling B its a fishing B ~yakjoe