Not sure many people in the lightweight section really bring camp-shoes. Most will just loosen their trail-runners or put on down boots (in the winter). I know a few people who use crocs or water-shoes.
I guess for "slide" style camp shoes there really isn't a market and they are all about the same in cost and weight.
I snagged some Croc Crostrails from Amazon for $22. I really like them, they're a little more heavy-duty... but also a little heavier than what you're looking for probably at 7 oz.
I wear an 11.5, and got the large sprint aquatics. They fit fine. I do have pretty flat feet, though. If you have a high arch you may be out of luck. I'd give it a shot, though. They're so cheap you don't have much to lose.
Registered: 03/17/03
Posts: 501
Loc: Puget Sound, Washington
I hated the Sprint Mesh shoes. Someone about five years ago on this site ordered a bunch and then sold to whoever signed up. I found them to be way too flimsy with absolutely no side support so whenever I walked up or down a hill, my foot slid in the shoe up the side. Very thin sole also so was pretty useless for even going out to get firewood. YMMV
I had a look the other day at some imitation Crocs. Much lighter than the real thing and no doubt not as durable but may do for light duty around camp. What I do now is to take bread bags (plastic) with me and after I have a wash I put my coolmax liner socks on (night socks) , then the plastic bag and if cold enough the day socks on top of that. (you need spare bags, they don't last for long) so I go around with the laces undone. If you do that and trip over them, don't blame me... Franco
Registered: 03/17/03
Posts: 501
Loc: Puget Sound, Washington
I actually use the closed toe Crocs for around camp. Strong enough to wander around and get down to the lake for a swim. With size 13 shoes, I generally need the lightest shoe I can get. They are tough enough and easy enough to clean that I can strap them onto the outside of my pack with no problems.
Registered: 01/26/04
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Loc: SF Bay Area, CA
I also just loosen up my travel runners. I tried the aqua sprinter and hated them. They wore out quickly and I found gave a fail sense of protection. I would rather go barefoot.
Zem Gear now have a lighter version of something like the aqua shoes . Stretch top with rubber sole. From 2.2 oz(x2) about $30 http://www.zemgear.com/NEW_ZEM_2011.html Franco
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