Favorite Adventure Shoe?

you might try a shoe with stealth rubber if you want wet traction. the 2 shoes that come to mind are 5/10 and Vasque.

Im looking for the same qualities in a shoe that you are, with the addition of low cost. I sometimes will try on a shoe at an outdoor store, and then find them later on sale or closeout. the latest pair i bought were fantastic and after several uses have proven their worth. got 'em for $36
(retail at REI, $100 usd)
well anyway, stealth rubber is great but the tradeoff is life. i never had a lug fall off like the (imo super-overrated inov8) but the stealth will wear down much faster if you hike on hard rocks and soil like i do. if you can accept that there is no perfect shoe, your options open up tremendously. still, id rather wear the Dunlop KTs if I could find them.

Interesting. Like you I have been looking for good traction, cushioning, and stability in a light shoe. I own a pair of Salomon XA 3D Pros which I really like except for it performance on wet rock. I guess I have made some record in slipping and it has become a standing joke. At first I began to feel something is wrong with me but after a some research I found that the problem is in the sole! :)

I have been looking at Roclite 285 & X-Talon 212 (212 gms!). Both have sticky rubber compound sole unlike endurance rubber compound sole in 295 & 330-O. I have read that soft sticky rubber wears out fast so I am waiting for a good deal to come by.

Another option I am looking at is FiveFingers Flow.
Whether ChiRunning in colder temperatures or crossing a stream with your kayak, the new FiveFingers Flow provides comfortable barefoot protection. A 1.2mm Neoprene lining and 2mm EVA footbed provide the thermal insulation and protection. And our new GM50 performance rubber (available only in black) is razor-siped for added slip resistance over a variety of surfaces.

Take a look at the materials:
UPPER – 1.2 mm Neoprene & Hypalon® straps
BLACK SOLE- Vibram GM-50 grip rubber
FOOTBED- Antimicrobial microfiber

None of the material used absorb much water which means no soggy shoes in rain! And lets talk about ounce saving and multiuse:
>shoes in cool weather
>no socks needed
>can be used inside winter boots or down booties as VB socks
>camp shoes
>many more which I haven't thought of yet!

Hope this helps.

> still, id rather wear the Dunlop KTs if I could find them.

RIGHT ON!

Then, I like Montrail. The CTC fits your criteria. I use it and the Hardrock depending on the trip.