Touring Equipment

I know that page has been discussed before but I come back to it every so often because it makes some good points (and some not so good ones, IMO).

What do people think about his cycling shoes vs. non cycling shoes idea?

For reasons explained elsewhere, I find special cycling shoes one of the most bizzare choises for a touring cyclist, especialy the lightweight-one. There are much lighter and more suitable alternatives. An excelent choice, that I used so far with great success, are the shoes for in-door football. These or similar low-tech trainers or light summer shoes can weigh down to 600 g for a pair. I am not against the combination of sandals and waterproof socks either. Right now I am experimenting with the "crocs" (340 g a pair).