FManke Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I need suggestions for foot wear for the pool deck. I've used "aqua socks" in the past, meh. I'm not a sandals or flip flop guy and I have wide feet. Anybody have the same issues? I've seen some water proof sneakers from various companies, but have no experience with them. Thanks Quote
Matt Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 Flip flops are more than adequate for my needs on the pool deck. Since you aren't a flip flop guy, going barefoot on the pool deck is quite the norm as well if you're in/around the pool. Quote
FManke Posted June 5, 2019 Author Report Posted June 5, 2019 Im really looking at suggestions for something to wear both on deck, but also to and from the cabin. I dont like to wear sneakers or regular shoes after swimming. Quote
twangster Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I pack a pair of neoprene liners that I use with my snorkel fins. I bring them even when I don't bring my fins. They are effectively waterproof "slippers". Easy to pack, super light, non-slip bottom, can get wet and save me from walking around barefoot. I wouldn't use them all day long, but when it's time to jump in the pool or hot tub they are great for getting there from my cabin. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UTQY1Q/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_o0.9CbRSTC09H Quote
wstephensi Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 You may not want to go barefoot around the pools. The decking can get very hot. I'd hate to see anyone get a burn on the soles of their feet. JohnK6404, Skid and Bbjunkie 3 Quote
Skid Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 5 minutes ago, wstephensi said: You may not want to go barefoot around the pools. The decking can get very hot. I'd hate to see anyone get a burn on the soles of their feet. Very true and very hot. Saw people hopping around like crazy. Bbjunkie 1 Quote
tiny260 Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I wear a pair of slip on Sketchers brand, I believe they have wide sizes available, they are mesh and breathable, if I tear them up I didn't spend a lot on them, but I have had the same pair for 2 years, very durable and washable. Quote
JennyB Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 i have been looking at these... https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Summer-Barefoot-Exercise-47/dp/B07N5XKJ26/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=water+socks&qid=1559760645&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-5 anyone have any experience with them? Might be similar to what @twangster uses? Sweety 1 Quote
Razerbkfan Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I use what I would call a hiking sandal. The toe is covered which is nice around all of the deck chairs and they have a strap across the back so they can't slip off like flip flops. All of the large sporting goods stores offer something similar. The fun thing to do however is to buy them on clearance in the fall when everyone else is gearing up for winter but your counting down the days to a cruise. JennyB 1 Quote
ChessE4 Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I wear water shoes, which I also take to the beach. They are light weight and have an elastic pull tab, so they are easy to take on and off. As has been stated, the pool decks can be very hot. My wife ordered my pair from Amazon. Quote
Sweety Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 25 minutes ago, JennyB said: i have been looking at these... https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Summer-Barefoot-Exercise-47/dp/B07N5XKJ26/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=water+socks&qid=1559760645&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-5 anyone have any experience with them? Might be similar to what @twangster uses? I wear them all the time. I started wearing them when I go to Dunn's River Falls. They are great. Quote
rjac Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 Have you looked at Crocs? Walmart has a selection and you can also get them on Amazon. Neesa, Cruisegirl1976 and Bbjunkie 1 2 Quote
Ditchdoc Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 Water shoes or Aqua Shoes. If you want something a bit more robust and funky, look up V-Trail technical shoe. Quote
CFL Posted June 5, 2019 Report Posted June 5, 2019 I use these, they have a little more rubber sole than regular water socks and super easy to get on and off... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNYJ2WJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1 Quote
Sea Turtle Posted June 30, 2019 Report Posted June 30, 2019 Wear something!!! Deck is unbelievably HOT!!! Bbjunkie and JohnK6404 1 1 Quote
F1guynz Posted June 30, 2019 Report Posted June 30, 2019 As others have said the pool deck can get very hot so some kind of footwear is sensible. I have also slipped on the pool deck when it has been wet so I would recommend something with a bit of grip as well. Quote
Neesa Posted June 30, 2019 Report Posted June 30, 2019 Crocs all the way! Easy on and off and many styles now, not to pretty but so comfortable! Crocs gets my vote! Check Crocs.com and then google crocs savings code, you will usually find a discount and possibly free shipping that way. They usually have them at a Croc outlet store near you. Enjoy your cruise :) Quote
Crabbycruiser Posted June 30, 2019 Report Posted June 30, 2019 I was not a flip flop or sandal guy either until I finally broke down and got a pair of Teva Katavis...love them, they are now my go to for going anywhere on the ship during the day. Quote
Fuzzywuzzy Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 5 Below has water shoes for....you guessed it..5 bucks. Will they last forever, hell no. But for what you need them for they're worth the 5 bucks. JennyB 1 Quote
HeWhoWaits Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 On 6/5/2019 at 1:29 PM, FManke said: Im really looking at suggestions for something to wear both on deck, but also to and from the cabin. I dont like to wear sneakers or regular shoes after swimming. Unless I expect to go to a venue where shoes are required (i.e. food service), I go barefoot as much as possible all around the ship. Just leave the shoes in your stateroom when you head for the pool. Quote
Skid Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 1 hour ago, HeWhoWaits said: I go barefoot as much as possible all around the ship. Ouch ouch ouch... RWDW1204 1 Quote
WannaCruise Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 Agree...deck can get hot and also careful as very slippery. Quote
marti314 Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 You always want double protection on the pool deck as everyone is saying, it does get hot.. Sometimes sandals or flip flops isnt enough. Quote
JennyB Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 1 hour ago, marti314 said: You always want double protection on the pool deck as everyone is saying, it does get hot.. Sometimes sandals or flip flops isnt enough. no. AshleyDillo and RWDW1204 2 Quote
HeWhoWaits Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 2 hours ago, Skid said: Ouch ouch ouch... I walk barefoot on the streets and sidewalks during a North Carolina summer (and used to do so in Southern Nevada as a teenager). Y'all need to toughen up those sensitive feet! RWDW1204 1 Quote
Jolly Ogre Posted July 1, 2019 Report Posted July 1, 2019 If you are on the cruise you need to be styling with these. RWDW1204, mom2mybugs and Guy Gadwa 3 Quote
ZMANATL Posted July 2, 2019 Report Posted July 2, 2019 I picked up these.. have worked from beach to on deck.. I'm like you.. prefer to protect my feet. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N1JTB7W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 CFL 1 Quote
mom2mybugs Posted July 2, 2019 Report Posted July 2, 2019 I am a sandal sort of person so I would suggest a good pair of sandal type water shoes... Lands end had some good ones for easy on and off and I think they carry wides. I agree with someone who also suggested Crocs. I can't wear them for a long time but they are way easy to get on and off, pretty cheap and easy to pack! Jane Quote
Wilmsta Posted July 2, 2019 Report Posted July 2, 2019 Crocs??? Noooo - hideous things When we was on Adventure in April there was a chap who wore crocs with socks. Lovely chap he was - despite his horrendous footwear combo WAAAYTOOO and mom2mybugs 2 Quote
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