I totally agree. Cody is an oddball but he is an interesting guy.
Contrary to what a couple of people have posted, Cody seems to make the soundest decisions. While Joe is off doing one of his "recons" and trying to secure some protein, Cody is usually setting up the camp - starting a fire, arranging a shelter, and purifying water. While those might not be adventurous activities, they are far higher up the survival hierarchy than what Joe is doing. Despite the "Odd Couple" mentality and their bickering, they actually complement one another quite well.
The shorts and bare feet are bizarre behaviors. I don't understand why he does that but it is clear that overall Cody knows what he is doing.
At least these guys are not naked like the other shows....
I would have to sleep with one eye open around that Cody guy. He’s a little weird if you know what I mean.