Barefoot Hiking
I am a barefoot hiker. I was wondering if anyone else liked barefoot hiking as well. For more information of barefoot hiking, visit this site.
Are you a barefoot hiker?
| 87% (36) | Yes | |
|---|---|---|
| 12% (5) | No |
41 voters have answered this question.
Do you like barefoot hiking?
| 76% (32) | I love it | |
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| 9% (4) | I like it | |
| 9% (4) | It's okay | |
| 0% (0) | I don't really like it | |
| 4% (2) | I don't like it at all | |
| 0% (0) | I hate it |
42 voters have answered this question.
Why do you like it?
| 4% (2) | I don't like barefoot hiking | |
|---|---|---|
| 75% (31) | I like the feeling of the earth beneath my feet | |
| 56% (23) | It's healthy | |
| 60% (25) | It's just plain fun | |
| 60% (25) | I enjoy feeling new sensations | |
| 60% (25) | It strenghtens my feet | |
| 34% (14) | It forces me to slow down and enjoy the scenery | |
| 39% (16) | It helps me become one with nature | |
| 39% (16) | I don't destroy the trails barefoot |
41 voters have answered this question.
Why don't you like it?
| 85% (29) | This doesn't apply, I do like it | |
|---|---|---|
| 11% (4) | I might step on something | |
| 2% (1) | It's unsanitary (untrue) | |
| 0% (0) | It's unhealthy (unture) | |
| 5% (2) | I don't like getting my feet dirty | |
| 0% (0) | I don't want to be different from other hikers | |
| 0% (0) | Medical reasons | |
| 5% (2) | I just don't like it |
34 voters have answered this question.
Why do you hike barefoot?
| 81% (30) | For fun | |
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| 8% (3) | Medical reasons | |
| 2% (1) | Religious reasons | |
| 5% (2) | I'm part of a group | |
| 56% (21) | I like being close to nature | |
| 18% (7) | Other (Please post) |
37 voters have answered this question.
Are you aware that walking barefoot strengthens you feet, ankles, and legs, and it helps reduce walking-related injuries?
| 87% (34) | Yes | |
|---|---|---|
| 12% (5) | I am now |
39 voters have answered this question.
What terrains do you like?
| 55% (21) | Pavement | |
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| 84% (32) | Dirt | |
| 57% (22) | Sticks & rocks | |
| 76% (29) | Water & mud | |
| 86% (33) | Grass & plants | |
| 47% (18) | Gravel | |
| 81% (31) | Sand | |
| 57% (22) | Rocks | |
| 31% (12) | Trees (Climbing) | |
| 65% (25) | Wood (Bridges) |
38 voters have answered this question.
How often do you hike barefoot?
| 5% (2) | Once a year | |
|---|---|---|
| 15% (6) | Once every few months | |
| 10% (4) | Once every month | |
| 17% (7) | Once every few weeks | |
| 12% (5) | Once every week | |
| 20% (8) | Once every few days | |
| 12% (5) | Once every day | |
| 5% (2) | More than once every few days |
39 voters have answered this question.
How long do you hike barefoot?
| 15% (6) | Less than 1 hour | |
|---|---|---|
| 13% (5) | 1:30 | |
| 15% (6) | 2:00 | |
| 13% (5) | 2:30 | |
| 10% (4) | 3:00 | |
| 31% (12) | 4:00+ |
38 voters have answered this question.
In what climates do you hike barefoot?
| 13% (5) | Tropical | |
|---|---|---|
| 65% (25) | Temperate | |
| 18% (7) | Dessert | |
| 34% (13) | Dry | |
| 23% (9) | Plain | |
| 68% (26) | Moderate | |
| 44% (17) | Rainy | |
| 5% (2) | Tundra | |
| 15% (6) | Total ice & snow |
38 voters have answered this question.
Is barefoot hiking common in your area?
| 2% (1) | Yes | |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (36) | No | |
| 11% (5) | Somewhat |
42 voters have answered this question.
This poll was created on 2008-03-02 21:43:06
by Barefooter
