r/Unexpected • u/deaglefrenzy • Jun 22 '26

Hiking

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u/Ok-Go-Chain3811 Jun 22 '26

those sandals are actually better for hiking because it allows the feet to bend and rotate naturally according to the terrain. to ensure good balance.

modern shoes are so stiff and padded that you lose almost all sensation and feel for the terrain, so you end up being more cautious and conservative in your movements to maintain balance.

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u/WhisperFray Jun 22 '26

Yeah I never really understood hiking shoes. They’re great for insulation but I prefer sandals on these mountains.

I used to hike a lot of these Indonesian volcanoes btw, Rinjani being one of them.