Sailing Shoes
Grip and the flexibility to move are important factors when buying a pair of sailing shoes. There are shoes now being created for the sole purpose of sailing.
What you should be wearing is non slip deck shoes. A non slip deck shoe is made from leather with strong yet flexible soles made of rubber. This will help you from slipping on a moving or moving and wet deck. Your shoes should also be water resistant of course. This goes without saying.
There are shoes called lightweight deck trainers. With these on your feet it feels like you are walking on air. They are so light. This helps you move around and makes them dry quicker.
What you should not be wearing on your feet for starters is nothing! Always wear shoes while sailing. Do no wear sandals or high heels or flip flops or thongs. Always wear shoes that are enclosed.
Make sure that you also keep your sailing shoes in good repair. They will need care and tidying up after each sailing trip. Make sure you allow your shoes to dry off completely before putting them away. This is a great way to grow mold and bacteria otherwise. Bacteria like this can cause bad foot odour.
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