Shoes

Hey Guys,

Can I get your thoughts on shoes?  I’m thinking it’ll be important to have at least one pair that are waterproof (not like chacos…something that’ll keep your feet dry).  I’m looking at some waterproof trail-running shoes, do you think that’s a good idea? AND…I’ve always heard people say that they can point out Americans by their “sneakers”.  Should we try to avoid “sneaker”-like shoes…and what actually defines a “sneaker”?