nun

I tour in Shimano MTB shoes with recessed cleats so I can walk around in them easily, but I also take either
a pair of boat shoes or rubber soled kung fu shoes as they are supper light.

Machka 

I wear Lake mtn bike shoes when I'm on the bicycle, and quite a bit of the time when I'm off the bicycle too. They are extremely comfortable for both cycling and walking.

However I usually pack a pair of sandals of some sort too ... something comfortable with a fairly decent sole on it, and enough support so I can walk (not flip-flops!!). I have also tried water shoes which worked fairly well, but they wouldn't have been good if lots of walking was involved.

DukeArcher 

I use North Face Hedgehog GTX shoes on and off the bike, super great shoes.

twodeadpoets

If I am spending a lot of time in the saddle I bring my Adidas El Moro tourers which are very comfy on and off the bike and okay for short hikes (couple of miles). I also bring a pair of Crocs as comfortable lightweight camp shoes.

If I'm going to do a bit more hiking and non paved road biking then I might bring my Lake MX165 mtb shoes which are pretty comfy as well and of course the Crocs come with.

IntoThickAir

I wear the same shoes that I ride with. One pair is enough for me, particularly since I usually ride in arid lands and don't suffer from soggy feet.

staehpj1

Sidi Mega Bullet 2's on the bike and Crocs in camp or for short hikes if I need a break from my bike shoes. The Crocs are hung on the outside of my panniers. I was very happy with this combination in all of the conditions we found on the TA.

seaworthy

I brought some lightweight black Skecher Orcas--3oz each and plastic like Crocs, but not as ugly, bulky and conspicuous. Since they're not clogs, they worked great for off-bike out-of-camp activities, including a 6-mile hike in Glacier Natl Park. They're very comfortable, and I'm still wearing them, even after the tour.
https://www.skechers.com/shoes-and-cl...oduct/orca/blk

staehpj1

That can't be the actual weight can it? Crocs are about 15 ounces per pair and I thought the Orcas were similar in weight.

Not sure I get the "since they're not clogs" comment. We had no problem on side hikes in Yellowstone and other places. I don't see the "clog-ness" of them to be a disadvantage. I actually found it to be one of the things I liked about the Crocs. Getting in and out of the tent you can just step into them, but on hikes it wasn't a disadvantage. As far as them being conspicuous, I didn't see that as a problem either as long as you pick a less garish color (some of the choices are very garish).

All that said I might try sketchers if they really weigh 3 ounces.

BTW, one of our group used MIONs and liked them pretty well. The price seemed out of line, but she picked hers up dirt cheap at Ross or Marshals.

niknak

I use some cycling shoes on the bike and a pair of cross-training/hiking shoes off the bike because I end up doing quite a few hikes and I can't imagine doing that in Crocs or flip flops. Those Sketchers shoes look nice though.

valygrl

Shimano sandals on and off the bike, no other shoes.

staehpj1

Not trying to bang the Crocs drum too hard, but I am trying to understand where the comments implying that they won't work for short to moderate length hikes comes from. Have you guys who say they don't work for hikes actually tried them and found them lacking? Or are the comments based on their appearance? I am with you on the flip flops though, I too find them completely unsuitable for hiking.

Crocs aren't perfect and may not be the right choice for any given person, but I have to wonder why folks assume they aren't OK to hike in. I wouldn't choose them for the purpose, but there are hikers who use them for backpacking as their primary shoe. There have even been a few who used them for AT through hiking as their primary shoe. I am not advising that. but if they can serve in that function they are certainly worth considering for a few side hikes of under 10 miles.

BTW, I think my fake Crocs are just as good as my real ones, but that may vary with different brands of fakes.

The other thing that I wonder about is the bulk thing. Since we don't carry them in a pannier, but hang them on the outside with a 'biner it is a complete non issue for me.

neilfein

Timberland boots on- and off-bike. I'll be bringing crocs for showering in campgrounds on the next non-credit-card-tour.

vik 

+1 - I've tried that this past riding season and that worked well. It's nice to be able to hop off the bike and walk/run in street shoes. I haven't noticed any problems switching from SPD to platforms and street shoes.

JohnyW

Hi,

MTB Shoes of different branks without clicks. Two pairs - because I don't like to start in wet shoes.
I don't use sandals, flip-flops. I also climb on mountains with MTB shoes.

Thomas

paul2

Tevas.

jabantik00

spd sandals on bike. normal walking sandals off bike

to hijack this thread a bit, are there any good 2-strap spd sandals similar to the original shimanos nowadays? have used/using nashbar and keen spd sandals and i prefer the original 2-strap shimanos to both.

iamarobotman

Vans Authentic for the win!

Joe Gardner

Keens. Wore them without socks when it was hot outside, with socks when cold. I wish I had the SPD model, I would have taken my neoprene socks with me for riding in the rain!

Roughstuff

I don't use the clip-ons (or toe clips, for that matter. Talk about retro! ). I just wear the latest pair of size 14 sneakers I find at Payless!

roughstuff

vik 

I really liked the old Shimano 2 strap SPD sandals, but have not found anything similar....

Nigeyy

I'm with you staehpj. I should say I resisted crocs (or more accurately the clones of them) for quite a time. I thought they looked like they were just trendy impractical footwear for fashion conscious people.....

How wrong I was. Actually, it all started when I read on this board that someone recommended crocs due to their light weight. This appealed to me since I don't like walking in cycling shoes at the end of the day, yet am not a tevas or sandals fan -and I thought I was stuck with taking lightweight sneakers (which aren't that lightweight). Based purely on the thought I could lighten my touring load, I bought some crocs clones from Target. Touring with them was a revelation, not to mention my personal discovery of how comfortable and lightweight they are. I wouldn't say they are ideal for hiking, but they are good enough for short trips. I now believe these things are immensely practical: lightweight, very comfortable (for me), easily dried, not a big deal if you get them wet, cheap, readily available, easy to put on and take off, relatively durable, fairly secure..... Downsides: well, the soles are susceptible to being punctured by thorns, glass, etc, and maybe for a middle aged man they might look a little... well... odd.

But the practical side of me loves these things. Ever since I've bought a pair, I've worn them just about everyday -either as indoor footwear or outdoor recreation. On walks, in the sea, in the shower, at the campground, walking to a pub, walking around the house, canoeing, on the street, etc, etc. They live on through the year for me now as slippers (got to admit I wear socks with them, but hey, no one can see me in my own house). Unless there is a better solution, the crocs have a permanent place in my touring equipment now.

fantom1 

Salomon Amphibian.

Lightweight, fine in water, packable, cheap, durable, and sturdy enough for hiking.

paxtonm

Tevas if I plan hiking. I find them to be great trail shoes, even for longer day hikes. If it's pavement only, genuine Crocs brand flip flops. I'm guessing a pair (size 12) weighs about 6 ounces. Incredibly comfortable, too.

staehpj1

Since no one piped up I am bumping this again. Can anyone verify or correct this claimed weight? Six ounces for a pair doesn't sound right to me. Crocs seem pretty light and they are close to three times that. Are the Orcas really 6 ounces for a pair?

nun

I don't know the answer, but the issue for me with Crocs, in fact most shoes, is the volume. That's why I use these as a second pair.

https://www.karatedepot.com/cl-sh-28.html

They are great for going to the shower block and walking around town and best of all they are light and pack down thin.