http://www.altrec.com/shop/detail/16618/KEE (you've probaly already seen these)

I own a pair, but have the nylon instead of the leather. Love them. They don't slip in the water, and most importantly, my feet don't slide around inside them when they are wet. I highly recommend them. The rubber across the toes is an extra bonus for me since I have a wonderfull habit of breaking my toes. I was away for the weekend. Spent 5 days at our lake house in upper WI, and wore them almost constantly.

im one of those people cursed with flat feet and other joys so most sandals kill me after i wear them.

this pair looks nice but anyone know any pairs that are suitable for us flat footed?

I believe that "day trips" are one of the most hazardous outdoor activities we can participate in.

Why? Because most people who go on a day hike are not equipped to spend a night in the wild. Even an overnight backpacker will usually have a tent and sleeping bag (if they don't, it's because they're knowledgeable enough to build a shelter without them), but a daytripper will often only take nothing more than a couple of bottles of Evian, the clothes on their back, and a camera.

Sandals are probably great but make sure you have a couple of pairs of wool socks in case the weather turns sour. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I never wear sandals or "open" shoes of any sort. In warm weather, I wear low hikers. That's about as close as I get.

I have this overt fear of achille tendon impacts anywhere off of paved roads. I won't wear anything lower than an 8" high boot or shoe, and I prefer 10" high out in the "sticks".

Bountyhunter

My excuse is I stepped on a wasp once when I was very young. We were walking around a park barefoot when it happened. This was before beer can pull-tabs became a problem. All I remember is screaming from the pain. Hence, I wear hiking boots. I wear them even to the beach, to the amusement of my family. I don't wear them into the water, but I keep thinking I should.

Correction; make that 6" and 8" instead of 8" and 10" high boots.

Bountyhunter