Thin but warm shoes

[Waternut]

Ok I have a flat deck and kiteboarding straps that work awesome for barefoot riding. The problem is that right now it's too cold to ride barefooted but my wrestling shoes won't fit in the straps even if I loosen them up.

Anyone have any ideas for a low profile shoe that will keep my feet somewhat warm? I'm not needing anything major and a neoprene sock would keep my feet warm enough but I know those socks would fly off the first time my foot were to drag behind the ski. I was debating just getting some neoprene socks and punch holes in them for a shoelace...What do you think?

 

[tightithrash]

with water socks ancake:

 

[GReenANt]

check out scuba boots

mine are oceanic venture

they are really warm and a little thinner than wrestling shoes but they might squeeze in. Only problem is they might not stay on through a rough crash but the few times i have worn mine has been ok the cold water made me ride a little conservatively.

 

[Waternut]

check out scuba boots

mine are oceanic venture

they are really warm and a little thinner than wrestling shoes but they might squeeze in. Only problem is they might not stay on through a rough crash but the few times i have worn mine has been ok the cold water made me ride a little conservatively.

I had a pair of scuba booties that I eventually wore out but you can keep them on by tieing a shoelace around the top. Worked well for me. My worn out boots would probably fit but I think a new booty wouldn't fit.

Those O'Neill boots might be perfect but they're a little pricey...I might have to break down and buy them though. I may consider it part of my Daytona fund.

 

[tightithrash]

yeah there what i used before my wrestling shoes. there warm enough for me in the ocean. with a sock would be super warm. there really nice and have held together. they will not fall off in a crash but they will fill with water after a crash if worn with out a wet suit over top of them.

 

[GReenANt]

yeah full of water they are a bit awkward for sure. is it possible for you to just get some longer bolts to hold the straps down then maybe use some old turf like spacers to give you more room under them?

 

[Waternut]

yeah there what i used before my wrestling shoes. there warm enough for me in the ocean. with a sock would be super warm. there really nice and have held together. they will not fall off in a crash but they will fill with water after a crash if worn with out a wet suit over top of them.

Sounds like a plan. I'll see if I can find some at a reasonable price. I'm not too worried about water entry...just worried about the water entry ripping them off.

 

[rasper99]

I got a pair of the non-split toe version of these Hotline brand boots in the fall of 2007 at a local surf shop on clearance for $40:

Here is the link to the split toe model pictured above:
http://www.hotlineonline.com/Mercha...de=907&Category_Code=boots&Store_Code=dhooker

They were nice and comfy in 36 degree water. They are a challenge to take off so I don't think they would fall off. Lots of sucking/slurping noise when they are removed. There is a velcro strap around the top to eliminate any chance of them coming off.

 

[Scraggly]

ONeil 5mm dive boots, i ride 35-40 degree water in them and feet stay nice and toasty.
i ride with dakines.

 

[Mark44]

Asics with neo socks for me.

Mark44

 

[Sanoman]

Asics with neo socks for me.

Mark44

Pair of ripper racing shoes l bought off ebay a few years ago.Sweet old school. Mark44 where did you buy your neo socks? l have an old pair which are worn out.Can't seem to find them locally any more.

 

[Mark44]

Got them off the net from some dive shop don't remember what site, but they all have them. May even try Bass Pro shop.

Mark44