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I can't find the exact weight listed anywhere either. My Chaco Yampas weighed 19 oz. when new (just looked it up on my original packing list), so these should weigh about 15.2 oz in U.S. women's size 8 if they are indeed 20% lighter. Still FAR heavier than the Keens.Can't find the weight on the Chacos Z/Volv??
Pam
Chacos were my choice for my first Camino; they are my choice for my second Camino. However, I have noticed that this year there is a newer, lighter-weight (by 20%), and softer version called Z/Volv. Decided just last week that although my old ones are still perfectly acceptable, I'm going to treat myself to a pair of the new ones. Even though they'll only lighten my load by about 4 oz., this makes my sandals the second heaviest thing in my pack (after my sleeping bag) and they should offer the same support and even better cushioning for my poor plantar-fasciitis prone feet! Will also follow this thread because I'm still interested if there are any even lighter weight, supportive alternatives.
Edit: FWIW, Keens don't work for my feet--too wide, and my big toe curls up and rubs agains the rubber toe guard.
Hi Laurie, just to add my 2 cents. I will be taking my Tevas with me. They are heavy and bulky but are sooooo comfortable and I can walk hours in them. Since I bought these about 8 years ago Teva brought out a much lighter version for ladies (I have the heavy, rugged hiking soles) but I can't get myself to throw these out until they fall apart. I will definately not win any fashion show in them but heck, I go for comfort.
EVA Birkenstocks. Under 150 g for the pair, all plastic and good old Biki support!
Laurie, please forgive me for not knowing but, which trail this walk??
Pam
I have a very heavy pair of Chacos with me. I brought them because they are more adjustable than the Keens whisper (which I bought and returned). And so they fit well with or without socks. The thought was to have something for the shower and for hiking in if my shoes were bugging me. In the end I have mostly just been wearing them out at night. With socks of course! Very chic. I looked at many many other sandals and these were the best option for me. The pair weighs a bit more than a pound, I think. Not sure which model they are.
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Last year after obsessing about how to get lighter shower sandals that I could also use to walk around town in at night (discussion here: https://www.caminodesantiago.me/com...r-sandals-and-other-ways-to-cut-weight.25391/ ), I bought some super light wooblies or weeblies or something but then realized that though they would be great for the shower, my feet wouldn't tolerate them for walking around. So I went with my standy chacos. They weigh 690 g the pair, by far the heaviest single item in my pack.
So, leaving on Tuesday, what better way to spend Saturday afternoon than packing up my pack. Though I've given up obsessing about every single gram, I do realize that these chacos are really heavy. But I need the support they give if I'm going to walk around in them.
So, I'm trying again, to see if any of you have good ideas for lighter water shoes with more support than crocs or those other featherweight options.
Thanks and buen camino, Laurie
Hi Laurie. I would (and did) definitely take crocs. Find a pair that has arch support. Very light as you know, and perfect for the shower and for walking around in the evening while your hiking shoes dry and air out. I saw people hiking in them when the blisters became a problem from hiking shoes. Other thing I would recommend is heavy smartwool socks. I had new hiking shoes and never got a blister. Buen Camino.Last year after obsessing about how to get lighter shower sandals that I could also use to walk around town in at night (discussion here: https://www.caminodesantiago.me/com...r-sandals-and-other-ways-to-cut-weight.25391/ ), I bought some super light wooblies or weeblies or something but then realized that though they would be great for the shower, my feet wouldn't tolerate them for walking around. So I went with my standy chacos. They weigh 690 g the pair, by far the heaviest single item in my pack.
So, leaving on Tuesday, what better way to spend Saturday afternoon than packing up my pack. Though I've given up obsessing about every single gram, I do realize that these chacos are really heavy. But I need the support they give if I'm going to walk around in them.
So, I'm trying again, to see if any of you have good ideas for lighter water shoes with more support than crocs or those other featherweight options.
Thanks and buen camino, Laurie
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