amhaynie

Ok so I am sure most of you dont have to worry about this but here in AZ where it is hot as hell (Literally) It is hard to want to ware anything but flip flops. As an instructor I feel this is a big no no most of the time (excluding going to the pool etc...). SO what do you guys think flip flops a no go?

dlm1188

I personally don't conceal carry because I don't have a CCL, but I would never want to rely on flip flops in a defensive situation. They usually have little or no traction, and if they stick to the ground, the often don't stick well to your feet. Since they don't hold snug to feet either, I think that poses a tripping hazard. I also can't run fast in flip flops without them falling off, so if you gotta dive for a gun 20 feet away, flip flops might make the difference between winning and losing that fight... and in AZ where it's so hot, it's not like you can just toss the flip flops and go barefoot either. That's just my opinion, certainly could be wrong in light of never carrying or being in that situation. They way I see it, police and military wear boots for a reason.

Jim-Bob

I wear Flip-flops about 6 mos. out of the year, & personally don't have a problem with them. I try to avoid wearing an ankle holster with shorts though.



Fit in & be comfortable. JB

Gett Daddy

First of all, my philosophy is that you cannot be happy unless your feet are happy. However, you will rarely find me wearing anything but boots or shoes. My footwear is worn to protect my feet as well as keep me comfy. You will never catch me barefoot. I have, damn near, an actual phobia of being barefoot. I have stepped on bees, glass, hot coals, nails, etc, more times than I can count, so my solution is to keep my tootsies protected. I do have a pair of sandals with toes and heels, kinda a hybrid between sneeks and sandals. They're decent in hot weather, but more importantly, my toes are safe. Another of my most important philosophies is function before fashion. So, AZ, all that said... you wear whatever you want on your feet wherever and whenever you want, as long as you're happy.



I found these a couple years back, it took about 10 minutes to get used to the toe thing, but if lived out in Az, I'd be wearing them a lot. I just plain love them for hiking, climbing, water sports or whatever. Vibram's Five Finger shoes...



http://gearx.com/vibram-five-fingers-kso-mens-shoe.html

dlm1188

I've seen these a few times and think they look pretty interesting. I like the idea of having the extra dexterity with my feet. I might have to get some in the future.

amhaynie

Those are cool! I wanna try them

sigp229r

I don't think flip flops are appropriate footwear. However, it sure is a good way of diverting the attention away from a bulge in your side or arm pit area.

Gett Daddy

IMPORTANT... I would not suggest ordering these online. These shoes should be bought directly from a store. You will want to try them on in the store to make sure they fit correctly.

GrumpyBiker

My ccw foot gear! I love boots. The older they get the better they feel!



My wife thinks I'm getting carried away with the digital pix......maybe she's right!

But its winter and my range is under a foot of snow and riding my Harleys is out for a while so...

360glitch

With what a decent digital camera costs, you can never get carried away with taking pics! Nice collection you have there.

Jeff.Slim

Dude, get some Nike Shoxx.



Just saying.