>>2748825go barefoot more often and hike barefoot for as much as you can bear. ensconcing your tender tootsies in plush padded hiking boots does you no favours, it sets you up for nail injuries and leaves your soles too soft to handle
abrasion.at this stage i can comfortably walk without shoes on barnacle covered rocks without concern. hiking barefoot on wet rocks is actually superior to boots. your soles have natural grip built in whereas boot rubber is prone to slippage
