PSA: Crocs shrink (and how to unshrink them)
Aug 31, 2013 · My daughter has worn crocs for 15 years in the hot, hot sun of Sacramento, California. She often left them outside in the sun, but shrinkage was NEVER an issue. My size 14 Crocs often hung on the outside of my pack this past spring while walking the CF and I also never experienced that issue. Not sure it’s a problem you need to worry about.
Water shoes instead of sandals? | Camino de Santiago Forum
Jan 20, 2023 · My "water shoes" for sailing have holes in the sole for draining. So they are totally unsuitable for around town evening wear. Suck a puddle right up into your sock. After carrying Crocs and flip flops I have settled on Birkenstock EVA foam sandals for shower and evening wear. SUPER LIGHT! Buen Camino
Favorite end of day shoes - Camino de Santiago Forum
Sep 25, 2024 · Without a doubt my fav ´evening shoes’ are CROCS. They are super light,durable, cushy, great for in the Albergue, the shower, and on the street because your toes are protected. The only down sides-you have to be strapped to your pack’s exterior (but this makes them super quick to access when its time to change out of your walking shoes ...
Crocs or sandals? - Camino de Santiago Forum
Feb 19, 2016 · Also, the Crocs, if worn in a shower or on a rainy day, will dry faster than the nylon webbing or leather trim on most sandals. On balance, if you are not planning to walk the Camino in the sandals or Crocs, but are planning to use them primarily for shower, lounge, or tourist purposes, I would opt for the Crocs. I do.
Packing list and shoes for October/November Camino Frances
Oct 7, 2024 · I take a pair of black clogs type Crocs. They are bulky, but they are my preferred evening shoe, even at home. Can be worn with or without socks. Also good on the plane. In October and November, I feel like you'll want long pants. Be prepared for rain as well.
List your shoes - Camino de Santiago Forum
Jul 12, 2013 · I have always used the clog type Crocs for showers and after walking, including wandering around town. This year I have bought a very cheap pair of ultra lightweight foldable 'pumps' for smarter evening wear. I'll still take the Crocs as I don't think the little shoes are up to much more than indoor use. Note:- Grisport do not ship outside of ...
Zero-drop shoes and the camino | Camino de Santiago Forum
Dec 8, 2024 · With really good arch support inner soles with extra get cushioning (really, over the counter orthotics) and double sock system (injinji synthetic toe socks under wool mix hiking sock). I did not have even the slightest issue with the lack of a drop! They were so comfy that I didn’t even change into my crocs at the end of the day.
Croc shower sandals and other ways to cut weight
Apr 23, 2014 · When I got my one and only blister last year, I took my shoes off and changed to crocs. They were perfectly adequate for the last five kilometres of the day. They are also invaluable for laundry duty (the floor is always wet, and it gets muddy if I wear my shoes and I don't want to get my socks wet) and a little light walking around town after ...
Shower shoes? - Camino de Santiago Forum
Feb 6, 2019 · As regards shoes or footwear more broadly, I wear mid-height boots (Keen Targhee II) and pack a pair of sturdy outdoor sandals (Ecco). The boots support me during the day, The sandals are for evening and rest day wear, as well as post-Camino, at Santiago. The flip flops are my potentially expendable method to avoid getting foot infections.
Teva sandals or crocs? - Camino de Santiago Forum
Jul 19, 2016 · Teva sandals or Crocs are fine in the shower. Walk for a couple of hours in each one to see the best alternative footwear if you need to hike out of your boots for a day or two. Most find Teva better, but I have seen Crocs work well for a couple of days when the Teva alternates rubbed the boot blisters and the Crocs did not.