Footwear for Manual Trans Wheeling

[NickTinVA]

Hi all! Here's a question I haven't seen. East Coast Jeeper here which means mud, slop, slush and snow more than dust and rocks. Was curious to see what folks preferred for footwear when wheeling. For the trails I've done here in Virginia a high ankle hiking boot would be great... But not great for driving in, particularly with clutch work.

I've tried the "bring two pairs" thing, but as we know, space is at a premium, and I like to hop in and out quickly without holding up the group. Not a life or death thing obviously, but was curious if anyone had great suggestions I hadn't thought of!

Cheers,
Nick

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[Kenny]

Hi all! Here's a question I haven't seen. East Coast Jeeper here which means mud, slop, slush and snow more than dust and rocks. Was curious to see what folks preferred for footwear when wheeling. For the trails I've done here in Virginia a high ankle hiking boot would be great... But not great for driving in, particularly with clutch work.

I've tried the "bring two pairs" thing, but as we know, space is at a premium, and I like to hop in and out quickly without holding up the group. Not a life or death thing obviously, but was curious if anyone had great suggestions I hadn't thought of!

Cheers,
Nick

bare feet - Au natural

 

[GreyFox]

bare feet - Au natural

Damnit you beat me to it

 

[Somnium]

I throw in some Teva strap-style sandals just in case there is 'pokie' things in the mud... otherwise bare foot it is.

 

[Ma$$iveDebtAche]

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[Maverick909]

https://www.minnetonkamoccasin.com/men/leather-laced-softsole this is my winter go to when wheeling my 6speed Jl. and in spring fall and summer i run rainbow sandals for getting out but i am a barefootin mofo

 

[Mikeoso]

I wear 6" lightweight Goretex hikers, and don't cinch the top laces too tight. This pair is from Corcoran.

 

[sjl136]

Hi all! Here's a question I haven't seen. East Coast Jeeper here which means mud, slop, slush and snow more than dust and rocks. Was curious to see what folks preferred for footwear when wheeling. For the trails I've done here in Virginia a high ankle hiking boot would be great... But not great for driving in, particularly with clutch work.

I've tried the "bring two pairs" thing, but as we know, space is at a premium, and I like to hop in and out quickly without holding up the group. Not a life or death thing obviously, but was curious if anyone had great suggestions I hadn't thought of!

Cheers,
Nick

These are my go to boots for wheeling (The North Face Men's Ultra Fastpack III Mid GTX Hiking Boots). I like how the sole curves up at the heel, helps with driving longer without getting pressure in the heel. Lightweight, not too bulky, waterproof. Unfortunately it looks like North Face discontinued them. I am looking to buy a second pair, and you may be able to find them depending on your size.

 

[jeepdabest]

These are what I wear to work at night. Slight learning curve.

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