Originally Posted by
Dave Cutter
To resolve the smelly shoe problem begin with clean dry FEET. Apply a little anti-perspirant/deodorant.
Wear properly laundered clean socks and clean shoes. Old shoes may need replaced.
Spray shoes with disinfectant after use and air-dry.
Remember all you really need to do (the only thing that will work) is prevent the growth of sweat eating bacteria.
Sometimes easier said than done while out touring, which is the preface to this thread. During my two-week trip last month I had several multi-day stretches without facilities to properly launder anything, unless you consider rinsing out clothes under a cold water tap or in a lake or creek proper laundering. And no way am I going to carry around a can of disinfectant to spray shoes with.