Types of Shoes

It is often not taken in to account. your feet carry you everywhere yet no one bothers to take the time or weight to make sure they are comfortable.

Even in a bug out situation i believe in have more than one type of shoe.

You need a back up to your main shoe so why not.

Here is what I think are the most important types.


Tactical Boots -  These are the most multi use of the types of shoes. it offers a lot of protection, not just from the elements but from injuries such as sprains and cuts. Some are waterproof. So they offer full range of situations. from hiking, to rappelling, cycling, sports( running ), etc.  There are two downsides to this though.

1. Heavy - Quality boots are heavier than all other shoes.

2. Water - If water goes into these shoes they are useless. they take a long time to dry and you cant wear wet shoes of any kind.

Hiking Shoes - These are specialized shoes that make it comfortable walking long distance, running. i offers less protection due to the material it is made from. less protection from injury and the elements. They get wet really quickly and are slow to dry. This shoe is mainly for comfort in my opinion as it is not as strong.



Sandals - These have offer no protection except for under you feet. I prefer a leather sandals with a cushion sole. It is very comfortable and I prefer to have it instead of hiking shoes. It is more for when you shoes get wet you can put on a comfortable shoe that still gives you the grip and such that the hiking shoes offer, if its cold with socks and if not no socks. they do come in plastic and rubber so these would dry fast and the shoe itself would be waterproof though your feet will get wet since its not cover.

Cons

1. No insulation. - Your feet are out in the open.

Pros

1. Comfortable

2. Drys quickly

 rubber

  leather

Slippers - A normal pair of plastic slippers, not much to say this is just for when you shoes are wet. Travelling with slippers is not impossible but not recommended especially in wet conditions.



Feet - Believe it or not your bare feet is often the safest shoes you can wear. it allows you to grip and feel when you are making a wrong step easier. BUT it is not for everyone. If you don't normally walk anywhere outside then your feet will hurt and yo will most likely get a cut as soon as you step on a stone. So yes bare foot is good but you could just end up hurting yourself if your body is not used to it.

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