The ultimate dream of every fisherman is to experience the beautiful wilderness while fishing in Alaska’s bountiful bodies of water. When the opportunity finally arrives, It can be very easy to forget something vital to the trip at home, such as proper fishing shoes.

Experienced fishermen know that the proper fishing shoe is vital to maximizing the enjoyment of a day of fishing. The wrong kind of shoes can lead to injury and discomfort.

If you plan fish in one of Alaska’s stunning rivers, it is likely that you will have to do a little hiking to get there. Even a short hike means that your shoes will be rubbing against your foot and ankle.

You will want to protect yourself from developing blisters by purchasing a sturdy pair of wool socks. These socks are also very effective in absorbing moisture that may be in the shoe.

If you plan to wear waders or hip boots, you may want to invest in knee-high wool socks. These socks will protect your feet from blisters and they will add warmth to your leg as you are wading in the cold water.

In addition, as you walk long distances, your feet will flatten out and become wider. You will want to make sure there is enough room in the end of your shoes for your toes as they spread.

Without enough room, your toes will begin to rub and blisters will begin to develop. The number one element of outdoor shoes to look for in fishing shoes is that they have plenty of room for your feet.

Some fishermen plan backpacking trips to reach their desired fishing location. This can be a lot of fun and a great experience as long as the proper shoes are worn.

If the area you plan to walk through is a dry forest, the moccasin boot or a pac with an eight-inch top, are the best for your planned activity. These shoes are very light and comfortable.

They are also tall enough to tuck pants into the top to avoid excess dust and souvenirs from the forest entering your pants. The moccasin leather is generally oil treated to provide water resistance to the early morning dew as well.

However, if you are planning to traverse a very wet area, you will probably want to use a rubber-soled moccasin boot. These shoes are also very light and comfortable, but they are more water proof.

The sole also has a patterned underside to help you keep your foot in slick areas. These shoes are suitable for many types of fishing and many different circumstances that you may come across in a forest.

If you are planning to hike through a dry rocky terrain, the basketball shoe is the best. These shoes are very lightweight and provide the necessary support to the foot and ankle.

They also have great patterned underside’s that will help you keep your footing. These shoes are also relatively inexpensive.

One type of shoe that should never by used by fishermen is the knee-height, lace boot. These boots are heavy and too stiff to promote smooth movement.

In addition, the laces are often tied too tight and prohibit the movement of the leg. These shoes should only be a last resort as protection from poisonous snakes in certain areas.

Shore angler’s usually find out very quickly that the feet are bound to get wet, no matter how careful you try to be. As a result, the best kind of shoe for one who prefers fishing from the shore is the basketball shoe.

Again, the basketball shoe is very comfortable, provides the correct foot support, and has the correct grip to prevent slipping on the rocks. These shoes are also not harmed when they get wet and they dry out fairly quickly.

The pac and rubber-bottom moccasins are also excellent choices for shore angling. Rubber-half boots will also meet the needs of a shore angler.

These kinds of boots are particularly good shore lake shore fishing or fishing in swampy or gravel ground areas. Shoes of this kind will keep out small amounts of water, while being very comfortable.

The best kind of shoe for a stream angler is a hip boot. These hip Cialis boots should have a corrugated sole to prevent slipping.

It is very important to be fully prepared to go fishing and enjoy your day with the proper kind of footgear. With the correct protection, level of comfort, and weight, your shoes will not detract from a marvelous day of fishing in Alaska.

Author Bio: Jack R. Landry has been a backwoods fishing guide in Alaska and western Canada for 25 years. He has written hundreds of articles about Alaska fishing trips and Alaska fly fishing generally.

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Jack R. Landry
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