Carry Footwear... - Page 2

epsylum · 06-05-2008

I mainly wear Adidas or New Balance (though I have a pair of Sauconys that I like a lot) as I have since high school. Being a running shoe, they are comfortable, light, and offer decent grip. They just don't have jack as far as toe protection goes (don't drop anything on them).

obijohn · 06-05-2008

one explanation of ankle problems from going barefoot is plantar fasciitis, the inflammation of the tendon on the bottom of your foot. this can develop when inadequate arch support is absent. the inflammation grows to include the Achilles tendon, hence the appearance of ankle problems. support your arch and your ankles (and knees) will likely feel better.

as to tactical flip flops, i wear crocs, both the clog style and the shower shoe style. i run as well in them as any. hehe.
the keen is a great shoe. there are several makers of similar shoes. any trail or watersport sandal, of reasonable quality, would do. imho

Scutter01 · 06-05-2008

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Originally Posted by obijohn

tactical flip flops

Are they mil-spec?

Ri22o · 06-05-2008

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Originally Posted by abnk

I prefer throwing shoes lest I run out ammo.

Who throws a shoe? Honestly! You fight like a woman!

Pami · 06-05-2008

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Originally Posted by Ri22o

Who throws a shoe? Honestly! You fight like a woman!

Honestly, have you ever been hit with a stiletto heel? It's not pretty..

younggun21 · 06-05-2008

Ok, bad ankles from barefoot is becuase there is no ankle support. I've played basketball and football along with a few other sports barefoot (smart i know) and have messed my self up pretty bad a few times. (worst was a foot sprain... 12 am on a cruise ship played basketball in flip flops and jeans trying to show off for a young lady and ended up on crutches for the last day of the cruise...she took care of me though

) I have also rolled them in shoes and cleats. Even when I run on the treadmill i still wear a brace on one of my ankles.

As far as shoe suggestions, I own a nice pair of asolo hiking boots. pair of Tevas similar to the keen's already suggested as well as two or three pair of hiking shoes/boots. My shoes for work are north face tennis shoes, they are more rugged than most nike type athletic soes and are completely water proof. I have a huge array of footware... sad to admit as a guy but it is true. I guess I was more interested in knowing if anyone considers footware as an essentail part to their daily load out. Like i said it's been on my mind recently and was just curious to see if anyone else saw it as a "tactical" concern.

Thanks
-K

ashylarry · 06-05-2008

I used to wear etnies or however they are spelled. Had a pair last for about 4 years, then got a new pair and love em. Then I needed something more suited for walking on concrete all day and got some new balance and love them. they were only about $80 ish and im sure they will last for years.

I havnt had luck with walmart anything. bought a set of boots, dunno what brand, and they just blew.

pmpmstrb · 06-05-2008

I love my NBs. I have a pretty high arch and they fit great. I'll occasionally buy a pair of Reebok or Nikes, but their lifespan is crap compared to the NBs. They have a few different lines as well from tennis all the way to more rugid/hiking style shoes.

sparkyfender · 06-05-2008

I wear name brand cowboy boots almost exclusively.

Can I run in them?

No, not really...........

But I can shoot in them, and I am walking death to any cockroach in a corner!!

ashylarry · 06-05-2008

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Originally Posted by pmpmstrb

I love my NBs. I have a pretty high arch and they fit great. I'll occasionally buy a pair of Reebok or Nikes, but their lifespan is crap compared to the NBs.

yup. i bought some arch/heel support just in case and have not had the need to use them yet.

06-05-2008	#11 (permalink)
epsylum What's going on up here? Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,001	I mainly wear Adidas or New Balance (though I have a pair of Sauconys that I like a lot) as I have since high school. Being a running shoe, they are comfortable, light, and offer decent grip. They just don't have jack as far as toe protection goes (don't drop anything on them). __________________ "That wasn’t a Mario reference; it was a reference to my friend Toph. One time he took a bunch of mushrooms and kidnapped a girl." - Michael Swaim

06-05-2008	#12 (permalink)
obijohn Patriot, Pater, Plinker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Terre Haute Posts: 768	one explanation of ankle problems from going barefoot is plantar fasciitis, the inflammation of the tendon on the bottom of your foot. this can develop when inadequate arch support is absent. the inflammation grows to include the Achilles tendon, hence the appearance of ankle problems. support your arch and your ankles (and knees) will likely feel better. as to tactical flip flops, i wear crocs, both the clog style and the shower shoe style. i run as well in them as any. hehe. the keen is a great shoe. there are several makers of similar shoes. any trail or watersport sandal, of reasonable quality, would do. imho __________________ NRA Patron Member NRA Certified Instructor USPSA NROI Adaptive Consulting & Training To prevail...you must ACT! www.adaptiveconsultingandtraining.com Wabash Valley Practical Pistol Shooters Riley Conservation Club

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ashylarry Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Brownsburg Posts: 649	I used to wear etnies or however they are spelled. Had a pair last for about 4 years, then got a new pair and love em. Then I needed something more suited for walking on concrete all day and got some new balance and love them. they were only about $80 ish and im sure they will last for years. I havnt had luck with walmart anything. bought a set of boots, dunno what brand, and they just blew. __________________ Nick

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younggun21 Plinker Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 90	Ok, bad ankles from barefoot is becuase there is no ankle support. I've played basketball and football along with a few other sports barefoot (smart i know) and have messed my self up pretty bad a few times. (worst was a foot sprain... 12 am on a cruise ship played basketball in flip flops and jeans trying to show off for a young lady and ended up on crutches for the last day of the cruise...she took care of me though ) I have also rolled them in shoes and cleats. Even when I run on the treadmill i still wear a brace on one of my ankles. As far as shoe suggestions, I own a nice pair of asolo hiking boots. pair of Tevas similar to the keen's already suggested as well as two or three pair of hiking shoes/boots. My shoes for work are north face tennis shoes, they are more rugged than most nike type athletic soes and are completely water proof. I have a huge array of footware... sad to admit as a guy but it is true. I guess I was more interested in knowing if anyone considers footware as an essentail part to their daily load out. Like i said it's been on my mind recently and was just curious to see if anyone else saw it as a "tactical" concern. Thanks -K

06-05-2008	#18 (permalink)
pmpmstrb Marksman Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 388	I love my NBs. I have a pretty high arch and they fit great. I'll occasionally buy a pair of Reebok or Nikes, but their lifespan is crap compared to the NBs. They have a few different lines as well from tennis all the way to more rugid/hiking style shoes.

06-05-2008	#19 (permalink)
sparkyfender Plinker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Southcentral IN Posts: 212	I wear name brand cowboy boots almost exclusively. Can I run in them? No, not really........... But I can shoot in them, and I am walking death to any cockroach in a corner!!