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Lizard shoes

Leemac40

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Baztan - September 2nd
Having been deep in the struggles of finding footwear that doesn't pinch, isn't too roomy, doesn't have random pieces of material which dogs into my foot etc I came across Lizard walking shoes and sandals. It's an Italian company and the model I purchased, Ibrido 2 appear to be a strong contender. They are extremely lightweight, quick drying and have vibram soles so good grip. I have only been trialing them for a week, I have done a couple of 10mile hikes with my full rucksack and so far so good. The lace system is poor so have ordered alternatives.
Does anyone have any experience of these? Would be interested to see if they are sturdy enough to survive the Camino?
Also purchased the sandals but have not used these too much yet.
 
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Leemac40 said:
Would be interested to see if they are sturdy enough to survive the Camino?
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Depends how far you are going. If my shoes fell apart between Sarria and Santiago I´d be demanding a refund. Most shoes should last from SJPdP to Santiago or Sevilla so long as they haven´t had too much wear before that.
 
dick bird said:
Depends how far you are going. If my shoes fell apart between Sarria and Santiago I´d be demanding a refund. Most shoes should last from SJPdP to Santiago or Sevilla so long as they haven´t had too much wear before that.
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Bayonne to Burgos, leave on 1st September so another 2 weeks of different terrain in the wilds of Scotland should help me decide!
 
Altus Poncho (ATMOSPHERIC H30)
Very light, comfortable and compressible poncho. Specially designed for protection against water for any activity.

Our Atmospheric H30 poncho offers lightness and waterproofness. Easily compressible and made with our Waterproof fabric, its heat-sealed interior seams guarantee its waterproofness. Includes carrying bag.

€60,-
They don't have much cushioning in the sole from the pictures, fine if that suits you. Very reasonably priced so if they do suit you then maybe start your Camino with a new pair to maximise the wear and tear.
 
CarolamS said:
They don't have much cushioning in the sole from the pictures, fine if that suits you. Very reasonably priced so if they do suit you then maybe start your Camino with a new pair to maximise the wear and tear.
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They feel like Beaufort trainers but unexpectedly comfortable....early days though!
 
I have some of their sandals, bought in a sale... very comfortable. I use one pair as slippers at home, and the others for city walking, but have not risked using them on a long walk. I looked at the site just now and if I could find their closed toe sandals I would buy them in an eyeblink. Trouble is, I don't need them, so will pass on that!
 
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I have been wearing my sandals recently to test them. Only city walking, and for perhaps two hours, but very comfortable...

 
dick bird said:
Depends how far you are going. If my shoes fell apart between Sarria and Santiago I´d be demanding a refund. Most shoes should last from SJPdP to Santiago or Sevilla so long as they haven´t had too much wear before that.
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Lasting footwear. I wore my Keen boots last year and this year and perhaps how they look I can wear them next year on the Camino Norte. Keen are hardy and comfortable.
 
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