https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:07:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277448 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:47:53 +0000 Mona 1277448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks rachy and Isis. I will keep your suggestions in mind when I go shopping this weekend. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277404 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:07:29 +0000 Isis 1277404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote Teva's.&nbsp; I had a pair of Chaco's and for some reason the strap system always ended up strangling my big toe.&nbsp; Teva's are great for water stuff and light hiking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277364 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 17:11:27 +0000 rachylou 1277364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For a weekend getaway, I say trail runners and Chacos (in place of the Tevas).</p> <p>When I go camping, I go with boots, my Chacos, and a pair of Crocs. No support with the Crocs, but they're always handy for one reason or another. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277262 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 13:52:03 +0000 Mona 1277262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>that is a great suggestion, BethAnn! thanks so much. I am going to do just that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277252 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 13:44:15 +0000 Beth Ann 1277252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wanted to pop on and say that, if budget is an issue, I'd spend money for good quality in a running/hiking shoe, but be more budget conscious with a water shoe -- as long as it wouldn't be slippery.&nbsp; Sounds like a great trip! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277223 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:44:24 +0000 Mona 1277223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much, ladies! I was sure I would get some great suggesstions here. Off to explore some websites now to see where I can get these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277192 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:18:43 +0000 Meredith 1277192@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>During my years living and hiking in Colorado I used regular running shoes as well as trail shoes and heavy hiking boots for outdoor activities. &nbsp;Unless you're doing serious hiking or know that you need ankle support you won't need to invest in boots (if you're worried about ankle support just bring a role of athletic tape and tape up your ankles). &nbsp;Trail runners are best because the sole is sturdier and will keep your feet comfy if there are rocks on the trail. &nbsp;North Face makes great options, but my cheapo trail runners from a discount shoe store lasted for years. &nbsp;I've had good luck with just regular running shoes as well. &nbsp;I hate spending money on clothes I'll barely use, so&nbsp;I'd say if the hiking portion of your days will be under two hours a day you're probably fine with running shoes. &nbsp;I would not recommend anything waterproof. &nbsp;You'll probably get the shoes wet with your water activities and the mesh of running/trail shoes will dry faster than something with Gortex. &nbsp;That being said, you could think about some Teva sandals which are appropriate for light hiking and can get wet. &nbsp;They're also nice to change into at the end of a day of hiking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277185 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:04:20 +0000 Suz 1277185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA: the bonus is that you can use them in winter for running. I do this with mine. So it won't be a useless expense for you -- they give better traction in snow or muddy or wet conditions. (I don't run outdoors if it is icy, but will run there if it's just a bit mucky/ snowy or the paths are relatively clear.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277184 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:03:06 +0000 Suz 1277184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The others have given you great suggestions! I think trail runners are a great bet.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277181 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:01:12 +0000 Diana 1277181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear trail runners for things like this. They have more traction and a sturdier construction than regular running shoes. Mine are new balance If the terrain is very uneven you might want real hiking boots (I like timberlands). if you are doing a lot of the water activities you might want some Tevas or Chacos as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277180 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:00:35 +0000 kkards 1277180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i guess it&nbsp;depends on how much and what type of hiking you are doing. for short hikes on a groomed trail, running shoes should be ok, but for longer or rugged trails, you might want a sturdier shoe. trail running shoes will give you the comfort of a sneaker, but with more protection for your feet.&nbsp;<br />as for kayaking and canoeing, i dislike wet feet, so i like either a teva or keen&nbsp;type sandal or a water proof shoe, but if you don't think you'll be in the water, almost any shoe will do.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277172 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 11:52:18 +0000 Joyce B 1277172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you will need some good tough sneakers, maybe treckers. Check out LLBean and LandsEnd.<br /> Sounds like a fun trip! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/footwear-for-outdoor#post-1277170 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 11:47:06 +0000 Mona 1277170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We are planning to go on a weekend getaway in two weeks. It will be an overnight trip to a park and we will be hiking, kayaking and canoeing a lot. I am just wondering what kind of shoes should I bring with me. Currently, I have a pair of running shoes and I am not sure if it would hold up? Any suggestions? </p>