I will wear the wading sandles in the summer when the water is warmer. The stream I was at this past weekend - the water was in the 40's. Nice to camp near, but to cold for wading.

The Neos Hippers look like they might work out. Orvis spec's are 2 3/4 pounds, so they are low-weight, which is a plus when you consider everything else in your backpack. Tent, sleeping bag, etc. So light weight is really a priority.

Have to give them a call to see how big to oversize the foot to fit over your hiking boots.