Power Kite Forum - What kind of shoes?

lucky13

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posted on 10-8-2006 at 07:14 AM

What kind of shoes?

I recently crashed because the shoes i was wearing came out of my mountainboard bindings. They slipped out with no effort. I was wondering what shoes anyone else wears? Ones that are durable, have good stability, stay in the bindings and still look cool. Skate shoes, tennis shoes, etc... ?

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posted on 10-8-2006 at 05:41 PM

I've worn converse allstar hightops, lowtops and they do ok if I get the bindings tight enough but my favorite is a pair of teva trail running boots that I use for paragliding. Lots of support and good grip in the bindings. What part of Utah are you in?

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posted on 29-8-2006 at 02:07 PM

I just use regular sneakers

Ozone Frenzy 06 12
Ozone Frenzy 06 7.5
Flexifoil Bullet 3.5
Flexifoil Super 10
Flexifoil Stacker 6

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posted on 29-8-2006 at 03:04 PM

I use vans hightops. the sole is perfect for the grip tape on top of the board. Also, what kind of foot straps due you have?

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posted on 13-9-2006 at 02:21 PM

Skate shoes like Vans are the best way to go. Plus they are great for scudding (flat bottoms, no tread). Hightops also give you better ankle support. I also have a pair of Nike day hikers that I use (also good ankle support)

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posted on 13-9-2006 at 02:21 PM

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posted on 14-9-2006 at 01:09 PM

I like using my lightweight hiking boots for some extra ankle support.

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posted on 23-9-2006 at 01:02 PM

I use ex-military boots for the ankle support. Nearly snapped one learning to board (the ankle not the boot!!). They're good for the motorbike that I get to the beach with as well. I think they look good in a grungy kind of way too.