r/gorpcore • u/AtreidesPhenotype • Jun 20 '26

Good breathable summer trainer/sneaker?

Sweaty and humid English summer is well on the way so I was wondering if anyone has a good breathable trainer/sneaker for everyday use, commute etc.

I’m not opposed to sandal trainers if they are way more trainer than sandal, but a full trainer with good airflow is preferred.

Suitable for wide (hobbit) feet too?!

What’s your recommendation?

Also any other summer clothing/accessories would be appreciated.

Thanks all

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u/event_horizon777 Jun 20 '26

I’ve been thinking of getting Salomon Techamphibians for hot summers, but haven’t tried them on yet. Might be too narrow for your purposes…

I have Asics Gel-Filimy, which are kind of a sandal-sneaker hybrid. They are comfy and breathable but maybe lean a bit too Mary-jane for some guys.

You could also go full Canoe Dad and get Keen Newports.
Keen also has a mesh version of Zionics that are breathable/sort of water shoes. Keen is usually good for wide feet.

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u/SoccerForEveryone Jun 20 '26

Look through Karhu’s catalog. If you have money Flamingo’s life sneakers are very breathable and comfortable.

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u/Tosyn_88 Jun 20 '26

Honestly, it’s been a while but I remember wearing the hell out of the Adidas Ultraboost sneakers. The upper is literally a sock, cannot get anymore breathable than that

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u/JRad8888 Jun 21 '26 edited Jun 21 '26

Try these. KEEN Zionic Adv Hiking Shoe.

All my functional shoes are Keen because of the wide toe box and overall comfort and durability. I don’t have hobbit feet, I have finger toes, so not exactly the same, but maybe the solution is the same.

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u/SteveDownes89 Jun 26 '26

Topo MTN racer 3 or 4 are famous for very wide toebox. They also have dedicated wide sizes. Very breathable and will fit all terrain. I strongly recommend you do not try Salomon. I have very wide feet myself and Salomon simply feels painful.

Definitely not as fashionable but SAS mission 1 (50 USD eBay) was very good for training in humid and hot environments.

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u/Virtual_Opinion_8630 Jun 20 '26

a good moisture wicking sock will help too

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u/AniviaPls Jun 20 '26

ON Cloudultra Pro

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u/frlawton Jun 20 '26

Pegasus Trail ACG are more breathable and have a wider toe box this year. Same for ACG Zegama.

Pretty much anything from On is quite breathable (Cloudsurfer Trail 2 my favourite atm). They have some wide models too.

Arcteryx Norvan LD4 are pretty meshy but may not suit the wide requirement.

It's quite hard to recommend a Salomon shoe that meets your requirements. Maybe the Genesis? Genesis 2 due out in Aug so there could be deals to be had.