Best Beach Shoes and Where to Get Them

[Paula]

Just wondering what you think the best, most comfortable beach shows are that you can wear in the ocean, on the beach, and comfortably walking around (e.g., a long walk). I don't find flip flop type shoes comfortable. And where would I get this wonderful new beach shoes? Thanks.

 

[Matt J]

Vibram FiveFingers : Barefoot Sports Shoes : Toe Shoes & Minimalist Shoes

Another sowaller swears by them and they make his wife and me shudder in terror there so ugly.

We wore these as kids, and they've come a long way fashion wise.

Tuga Beach Shoe - Red/Black - Free Shipping & Return Shipping - Shoebuy.com

 

[DD]

 

[Teresa]

Just wondering what you think the best, most comfortable beach shows are that you can wear in the ocean, on the beach, and comfortably walking around (e.g., a long walk). I don't find flip flop type shoes comfortable. And where would I get this wonderful new beach shoes? Thanks.

hey paula. good question! I have not found any shoes that really do well on the beach, except good walking/tennis shoes - when I want to walk. they look goofy with a bathing suit, but what the heck. otherwise, no shoes is best!

you know the tennis shoe you slip on? those work pretty well for the beach when you want to walk. I prefer support on the sand, so I go for real shoes.

 

[scooterbug44]

My family loves Keene's for watersports - sort of a cross between a sneaker and sandal.

They dry quickly, but still get grit in them - and you get one hilarious tan.

Keen Kanyon Water Shoes for Men

 

[Teresa]

My family loves Keene's for watersports - sort of a cross between a sneaker and sandal.

They dry quickly, but still get grit in them - and you get one hilarious tan.

Keen Kanyon Water Shoes for Men

Just got my first pair of Keen's. The newer styles are so much more comfortable with softer materials and less bulkiness. I love them. not sure if they will be beach shoes for me, but they will definitely be my summer shoes of choice.

 

[librarian]

Love my Keens too-great to so you can't stub your toes and you can bike in them and get them wet.

 

[scooterbug44]

Just got my first pair of Keen's. The newer styles are so much more comfortable with softer materials and less bulkiness. I love them. not sure if they will be beach shoes for me, but they will definitely be my summer shoes of choice.

I got mine because Mama Scooterbug bought a pair the wrong size and passed them along - great for biking and water based trips.

Think I look like I have duck feet when I wear them!

 

[Teresa]

I got mine because Mama Scooterbug bought a pair the wrong size and passed them along - great for biking and water based trips.

Think I look like I have duck feet when I wear them!

the newer model I just bought at Shooz at Grayton aren't so clunky. I don't feel like duck feet - or I probably wouldn't wear them (I would never even buy them before!). the material is much softer and more comfy! I would definitely ride my bike in 'em. hate to say it, but don't WANT to get them wet! but I'm sure they will get wet eventually.

 

[scooterbug44]

I am just too used to my skinny feet in sandals and heels - the duck feet response is typical whenever I wear real shoes like tennis shoes with room/surrounds for normal feet.

I try not to get mine wet, but love that if they get dirty/sandy/stinky I can hose them off with no worries.