Not really a shoe and not really a sandal, this hybrid footwear is equally prepared for the trail or stream with a quick-drying upper and a high traction, grippy outsole.
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Awesome Shandles
These are the most comfortable summer shoe/sandles I have ever had. The are perfect for just kickin' around camp after the heavy chores are done. They dry very quick and have held up great after almost daily use this past summer. They run a little on the small side if you're in between sizes go up a half. Great purchase.
Exceeded expectations
I actually purchased a set of these for myself, a bit skeptical but liking the idea of them. I LOVE these. They feel like a dance shoe. So light and springy. I have told my husband for the last few months how much I love these and finally talked him into trying a pair. Guess what? He loves them too. For the same reasons I do. Great traction for all day wear. As for hiking, I would say that on a light trek, they are fine. So light you don't even mind carrying them in a pack to change into at your destination. For steep trekking, I would not recommend them. Nor for dusty sandy walks as they do allow dirt in. They have a nice footbed that does not get slippery when you get them wet but they do take a little while to dry. I did not buy them for water use but more for everyday wear. With socks on, they look like normal shoes especially on men. They are well constructed and appear to hold up well. My husband will give them a thorough test. He has wide feet and needed to size up an entire size so be aware that they seem a little narrow. All in all, I am thrilled with them and my husband is as well.
Great technical sandal
Out of the box they looked great. Fit just as expected. I normally get 12.5, but they don't come in half sizes. I ordered 12, it was a little small so I went up to 13, which worked. Comfortable. Breathed well. Great grip on wet rocks.
Great all purpose shoes
My husband and I both have these shoes and wear them almost everyday. They can go in the woods, go to the beach, bike in, etc. Great fit and true to size. Very comfortable.
very good
My buddy calls these "Shandals" because they are half shoe and half sandal. They are great for summer/warm weather in the woods and water. I used these wet wading and hiking in YNP for 10 days and the performed excellent. When wet wading, you can wear barefoot or put on a bootie if the water is cold. When hiking, wear them with socks to keep your feet a little cleaner and absorb the sweat. When just wearing around, wear with no socks and let your feet breathe. They are a little slippery on wet rocks (as expected) but they dry fast, are super comfortable (no blisters or sore feet or little scrapes from the heel).
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