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Walking sandals - recommendations please

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keepingquiet Tue 18-Jun-24 09:02:35

Sago

Hi there, we did a road trip through Spain last summer and did a lot of hiking.
I bought some expensive walking sandals, exactly as you describe, they were a complete waste of money.

Unfortunately no sandal will offer the support of a walking shoe or boot.
My feet were not in a good way.

My husband has just come back from a trip in Spain, he bought some really good lightweight walking shoes from Go Outdoors, £60.

I quite agree. Sandals won't support your feet and ankles. Wear cotton or bamboo socks with good walking trainers or boots.

MissInterpreted Tue 18-Jun-24 08:58:17

I've had Merrell walking sandals in the past and found them very good.

Sago Tue 18-Jun-24 08:51:37

Hi there, we did a road trip through Spain last summer and did a lot of hiking.
I bought some expensive walking sandals, exactly as you describe, they were a complete waste of money.

Unfortunately no sandal will offer the support of a walking shoe or boot.
My feet were not in a good way.

My husband has just come back from a trip in Spain, he bought some really good lightweight walking shoes from Go Outdoors, £60.

Rowantree Tue 18-Jun-24 08:15:57

Hi all,
I'm in need of a pair of good, supportive walking sandals with adjustable velcro straps at the ankle and toe, a thick sole with a good grip and arch supports if possible.
I'm prepared to pay more for a good quality pair. I'm going on a sightseeing holiday to Italy in the autumn and I always find it's hot, so I want sandals that don't make my over pronated and osteoarthritic feet ache too much!
Recommendations welcome!