offtap1 Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Hi everyone i would like some info regarding footwear for use at boat ramps , i currently have wet suit type boots but they do not provide any traction on slippery ramps, i have come a gutsa a number of times. "Never a good outcome being 6 foot and weighing 130kgs" I would like to know if anyone can recommend , maybe sandal type footwear that is suitable for slippery ramps, any help appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammy0884 Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 You can try the fancy pants "crocs" which are moulded rubber/eva clogs... But i have the best results with arguably the best boating shoe ever created, the Dunlop volley! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namesay Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Those wet suit type shoes are worse than greasing up your thongs. Bloody awful. I just wear my deck shoes or go bare feet.....better still don't get your feet wet! CHeers Kelvin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wastin Time Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Dave, CROCS - i personally reckon they are they best thing, especially when you're 4foot & 90KGS.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flightmanager Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Crocs get my vote as well Dave , not 100% slip-proof , but nothing is !! No drama if they get wet , they dont rot , get slimy or SMELL ! Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest claudia Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Yeah Dave Crocs are the go mate Purple ones to match your TEAM OFFTAP SHIRTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpie Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Dave There is a "Rock Spike' Fishing boot available for about $70 from any decent tackle/boating shop. They are similar to the neoprene boots you already haves so give good ankle protection, should you twist your ankle or slip in amongst oysters etc, They have rubber covered metal spikes on them. When walking on 'ok' surfaces, the spikes are virtually covered by the rubber but as soon as you get onto a slippery surface, the rubber retracts & the spikes dig in. They are much more comfortable to wear than the old metal cleats. My neighbour (rock fishing all the time) swears by them. If you do get the 'crocs' - beware of cheap imitations! The 'real' ones are $50 - never seen them cheaper anywhere. Cheers Roberta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest claudia Posted December 6, 2006 Share Posted December 6, 2006 Hey Dave Found a perfect pair of shoes for you, for fishing, they are non slip , they go up to size 14 feet, they might be a little expensive for you. $149.99 a pair cheers claudia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offtap1 Posted December 6, 2006 Author Share Posted December 6, 2006 Thanks for the info everyone , i will look at Rock Spike boots as well Roberta thanks , Claudia can you send pic of your boots or are they high heels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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