Gear Changes? What We'd Do Differently | Q & A

In this video we answer a question about what type of shoes we wear on trail, but omitted to say that choosing the right pair of shoes is very personal. We have been through so many pairs of shoes and each time we consider a new or different set of requirements given our previous experiences.
We do recommend buying shoes:
that are lightweight
have a roomy toe box and plenty of room for thick socks, and to allow for feet swelling on long trails
boots are great to avoid ankle strains
Gore-tex shoes are also great to help prevent your feet getting wet in rain or in low lying stream crossings. However, if the water is higher than the enclosed part of the shoe your feet will get wet regardless, and it takes a lot longer for your shoes to dry out.
No, we are not sponsored by Brita drink bottles (available in the grocery store) - we just love them!

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Thanks for the info on footware, I would need a wide toe box, so no good for me.

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It's all about finding what works best for you.💛