Best shoes for long miles in the parks

[Ashly Hernandez]

Hello!

My husband and I are heading to Disneyland in October. Our last Disney trip was to Disney World and I had a terrible time out of my feet. They ached and were sore and I ended up with pretty horrific blisters.

I would love to know what people would suggest.

For reference I have tried Keens and they absolutely destroyed my feet. Definitely took a bit of the magic out of our trip.

I have wide, flat feet and I am somewhat overweight still despite losing some weight since our last trip.

So, what would all of you suggest?

 

[BrittyRo]

Me and DF wear Teva mush flip flops at DL and WDW. Every day. They are my favorite.

 

[CAWL]

I also have wide flat feet. I bought a pair of skechers on-the go boat shoes and the flip-flops based on how comfy my other skechers were. The kind with yoga mat in them. Just the right amount of support and bounce for me. I wore my older pair and walked for miles all over Vegas with no pain. Planning on wearing one and carrying the other in the parks so I can switch off.​

 

[DisneyOma]

I love wearing Skechers in the parks. Just make sure any shoes are broken in before you go, and use moleskin to protect tender spots. I also try to toughen up my feet by going barefoot as much as possible before the trip, and try to keep my feet dry at the parks.

 

[SeilerBird]

Another vote for Skechers. They are awesome.

 

[Mom2Stitch]

I have always just worn a good pair of sneakers and when I needed to switch off I have my Teva Mush flip flops. I'm going to try the Skecher Go Walks a try this trip-because they seem to be highly recommended here and the reviews are good. I ordered these and hope to have them broke in for our September trip.

http://www.amazon.com/Skechers-Perf...=1437994924&sr=8-8&keywords=skecher+go+walk+3

 

[BuckeyeBama]

As a runner I can assure that every person's feet are different, as are their needs. What works for someone else may not work for you. My advice - get fitted with a pair of comfortable walking or running shoes and then try them out well before your trip by walking all day in them without taking them off once. If possible, go on a long walk (5 miles or more) on a hard, flat surface (like the streets around your home) in the heat of the day.

If you find shoes that work for you, buy a second pair and swap them out at least every day (more often if reasonably possible). If you can only swap your shoes once/day, carry extra socks and change socks during the day. Keeping your feet dry will eliminate blisters.

Good luck!

 

[popy]

OK, here it is and you can thank me later. I am an old guy, walked and ran a bunch (Lost over a 100 lbs doing so) I have bad feet, heal spurs, bad knee, bad back and pronate.
I have worn almost every top brand shoe over the years. So, to save you a lot of looking, here it is. The runner above told you right, get a running shoe supportive and motion control as a runner hits the pavement harder so, a much better shoe. When I would go to Disney and walk all day on that concrete my heals and feet hurt so bad I could not stand it.
THEN A GOD SEND, THEY ARE CALLED HOKA ONE ONE (some pronounce O NAY O NAY) means fly fly I think. They are a lite weight heavy cushion running shoe. You can thank me later.

 

[TwinPrincessMermaids]

Asics have gotten me thru countless miles this last year. I have a friend who is a physical therapist, she recommends Asics too. I also have a good Sketchers walking sandal but I have to add some arch support to it, which I don't with the Asics. Problem with any sandal pretty much is the lack of ankle support. I think all the standing is worse than the walking, and there are also potentially uneven surfaces. (I went sailing off the step at the Castle, at night, totally didn't see it, but I didn't fall cuz my foot was able to stablize) I also had some Sketchers walkers the other day that got me thru 16 hrs and four parks. Ankles and knees did OK. As a local, I go to the parks some times 3-4 times a week and sometimes for very long days with visitors. Asics are my personal go to.

 

[Anisum]

There was a lot of good shoe advice here. I personally like fitflops or well worn in Tevas because I find they conform to your feet after wearing them for a while. If you wear any thong flip flops then be sure you're comfortable walking long distances with the rubbing between your big toe and second toe. I always need a soft fabric or I'll be blistered all over.

 

[tinkfan160]

I alternated two different pairs of Sketchers with no problem. I was even able to wear a pair of the slip on Go Walks without socks (the way I like them) and didn't get any blisters! Just make sure you wear them around when you are doing more walking at home to break them in. I have plantar facisitis and by the end of the day I would have heel pain, but I don't think any kind of shoes would have prevented that.

 

[wdwrule]

I alternate Clarks flip flops and Brooks running shoes. I overpronate and these support and stabilize my feet well.

 

[JoshuaShaw]

I wear Brooks running shoes, but different brands work better for different feet. I would also recommend a good pair of running socks, something with a polyester/drymax/nylon blend. They'll keep your feet drier, preventing irritation and blisters.

 

[cdnjason]

Go to your local running store and get fitted for proper shoes. The custom fitting process doesn't mean you need to spend a ton on shoes. They simple ask about your walking/running history, previous shoes worn, and any injuries. After that, they may ask you to walk/run barefoot on a treadmill to record your foot strike. This allows them to see your individual biomechanics to better fit you with the right shoe. Every store I know does this at no charge.

 

[cdnjason]

I alternate Clarks flip flops and Brooks running shoes. I overpronate and these support and stabilize my feet well.

Birkenstock sandals and Brooks running shoes, myself. GMTA!

 

[Princess Serendipity]

I have wide, flat feet and I am somewhat overweight still despite losing some weight since our last trip.

If you need wide shoes and want something a little bit cuter than running shoes, look into Hotter shoes (from England) or Cobb Hill (made by New Balance).

 

[TavieP]

I have wide, flat feet and plantar fasciitis. I got a pair of Teva Tirras two years ago and after living in them two summers in a row, and three trips to Disney, they're still going strong. Can't recommend them enough.

 

[nkereina]

I tried wearing Crocs flip flops in the parks and had blisters within a half hour. Now I will only wear sneakers in the park when I'll be there for long periods of time. I'll only do flip flops or "cute" shoes at night when we're just going to DTD or to dinner or something. I just wear regular Nike sneakers - I like the cross training ones - and I make sure they are broken in well before we go.

 

[LSUfan4444]

Recommending a brand of shoe is like recommending a make of car. I can recommend a Toyota, but whether or not you get a Tundra, 4 Runner or Camry changes things dramatically based on your individual needs.....just like shoes.

Also as a runner I suggest visiting a local running store and have them examine your feet, walk, etc and try a few pairs on. I don't mean your local Academy or Dicks sporting goods I mean a legit, specialty running store. They will have shoes for all types of feet, body style (weight, etc.), shoes for walkers etc.

Lastly, whatever you do don't wear cotton socks. Find a good shoe, that is properly fit (let them recommend a couple pairs and sizes) and wear socks made of some sort of wicking material made of no more than 2% cotton.

 

[Maleficent Dragon]

This is really a question of what is comfortable to YOU. Some people like flip-flops, others prefer walking shoes. Some people can do Crocs, some can't. Some people can do Tevas, some cant. You need to try walking around at home all day in a particular pair of shoes to decide. That will be your best way to gauge.