CIRCLE WITH A DOT

@intrepidhero I've also gone back and forth. If I need to cut down on space I might leave them.

But for the desert they will be useful for a potential number of river crossing. More importantly at night they will avoid stepping on scorpions.

@RunRichRun @intrepidhero Crocs are too bulky and too heavy compared to other offerings. And most people I've seen don't tie them down when latching them onto the outside of the pack, which menas they swing around on the pack.

Yes, I do use Kimberfeel Milos. They are slightly thicker than a pair of Xero sandals, but are lighter at only 270g.

They fit nicely inside the bottom stretch pocket of my LiteAF pack. When I use my Osprey pack they fit into the back stretch pocket.

P.S. I did not think of including the sandals into the picture as I was focusing on what I am wearing during the walk itself.

Footwear for the Fish River Canyon & the Mnweni Traverse in 2026.

- Nnormal Tomir Boots. Waterproof versions. Durable soles. Good for water crossing. Mid-ankle keeps the dust out and reduces risk of ankle rolling on boulders. I replaced the default laces with a quick lace system.
- Custom insoles from Sidas moulded by specialist boot fitter. This means no unnecessary foot rolling, leg movements and less fatigue.
- Dust gaiters. Will either be a pair from Dirty Girls (picture) or a hiking pair form AR Gaiters. (https://argaiters.co.za/collections/ar-gaiters-hiking). Keeps dust, sand, sticks and pebbles from getting inside.
- Sliverlight crew socks. One pair worn for 5.5 days. Backup pair in pack. (https://silverlight.store/socks)

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