Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Regards, Bill
Hi Bill, I take an old pair of shoes (worn, but still useable) and cover all the nylon mesh openings with a coat of 100% silicon rubber. It will stay on for a year or so, and if you need to for some reason, it can be fairly easily peeled off. Your feet will eventually still get wet, but it buys you maybe 1/2 hour of dry time. As far as drying them out goes, I think you should nuke them, or put them in a warm oven until dry. I suspect the constantly wet/dry cycles will still destroy them eventually. Bill
Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
When you get home after the run, stuff the shoes full of balled-up newspaper. Wait a couple hours, remove the paper and insert a fresh, dry batch. Leave 'till morning.
When you wake up, the shoes will be dry.
cheers, -- David (in Hamilton, ON) www.allfalldown.org www.absolutelyaccurate.com
Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
When you get home after the run, stuff the shoes full of balled-up newspaper. Wait a couple hours, remove the paper and insert a fresh, dry batch. Leave 'till morning.
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Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Regards, Bill
Get two or three pair and cycle, or, Pull out insoles after each run and place in front of an electric fan. Brooks Glygerin II run very well when wet. Use synthetic socks, not cotton or wool.
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Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Regards, Bill
Get two or three pair and cycle, or, Pull out insoles after each run and place in front of an electric fan. Brooks Glygerin II run very well when wet. Use synthetic socks, not cotton or wool.
Wool is just fine for wet weather. In fact it's probably the best thing to wear for cold wet weather.
Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run. Since the humidity here in SE Virginia is pretty high all the time they never dry out and -> are starting to fall apart. I'm considering getting GoreTex trail shoes or running sandals to solve the problem - what are the pros and cons of each of these? Again, any info or pointers to info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Regards, Bill
I'm not somebody who runs barefoot all the time, but I have done it on wet grass and it's quite nice. I can't vouch for the effect this would have on your knees but on soft (moist) soil and grass you wouldn't think it'd be a problem.
Gang, Hello. I'd like your advice (or pointers to advice) on shoes to use in a constantly wet area. I run on grass (due to old knees) and my shoes get soaked everytime I run.
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A friend of mine liberally applies some oil or cream like Nivea/Vaseline on his hiking boots to prevent them from getting wet. Maybe you could try it?
