Sandal Reviews
Splashing, hiking, or flip-floping, we’ve tested sandals from Teva, Chaco, Bedrock and Birkenstock.
These sandals have decent traction for being such a minimalist shoe.
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Are you looking to free your feet from their foot prisons with a great sandal? Our prison-break experts can help you find the best flip flops, top water shoes, or the best sandals. Every year we buy hundreds of sandals for unbiased testing and reviews. Our outdoor footwear experts trudged, hiked, played and swam to find the absolute best in open footwear. So set your feet free and enjoy the freedom of the “open toe.”
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10 Top Flip-Flop Sandals
Over the past 10 years, we've bought and tested over 100 pairs of flip flops to find the greatest on the market. From...
Flip-Flop Sandals for Women
No matter what kind of warm weather adventure you're gearing up for, we'll help you find the perfect flip flop to...
Sandals for Women
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Water Shoes for Women
To find out which stand out among the heap, our testers took these models rafting down the Grand Canyon, paddle...
10 Top Water Shoes
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Flip-Flop Sandals for Men
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Water Shoes for Men
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How to Choose Men's Water Shoes
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How to Choose Flip Flops for Men
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How to Choose Sandals for Women
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How to Choose Women's Water Shoes
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How to Select the Perfect Pair of Women's Flip Flops
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Hoka Ora Recovery 3 Review
The Hoka Ora Recovery 3 lived up to its name by being one of the most comfortable and supportive sandals, earning it...
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Sanuk Yoga Mat II Review
This flip flop is an inexpensive, lightweight option that doesn't sacrifice comfort or performance. It's a...
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Birkenstock Gizeh Review
The Birkenstock Gizeh surprised us at every turn, regularly outperforming the other flip flops in our lineup while...
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Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed for Women Review
The Birkenstock Arizona ages well, like a vintage leather jacket; it develops a soft and nostalgic vibe the more you...
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Cushionaire Luna Cork Footbed Review
The Cushionaire Luna Cork Footbed sandal delivers impressive comfort and style at a budget-friendly price. The...
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Speedo Surf Knit Pro for Women Review
The Speedo Surf Knit Pro is a smart pick if you're looking for a budget lightweight water shoe that feels great for...
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Astral Brewer 3.0 Review
The Astral Brewer 3.0 stylishly blends comfort and performance with a healthy dose of Astral's proprietary G.SS Rubber...
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Chaco Z/2 Classic Review
The Chaco Z/2 Classic is one of the sturdiest sandals in the lineup, providing superior support and traction for any...
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Teva Mush II Review
The Teva Mush II is a high-value pair of flip flops that outperformed its price point throughout testing. We loved the...
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Olukai Ohana Review
Season after season, the OluKai 'Ohana continues to be a favorite amongst our testing team. Whether fishing along a...
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Olukai Moku Pae Review
The Olukai Moku Pae is among our favorite options we've ever tested in the context of style. Water shoes have...
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Astral Loyak AC Review
The Astral Loyak AC are top-performing water shoes that also offer the stylish aesthetics of a designer casual shoe...
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Birkenstock Gizeh Essentials EVA Review
The Birkenstock Gizeh Essentials EVA flip flop is a lightweight, affordable alternative to the classic leather...
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OOFOS OOriginal for Women Review
The OOFOS Ooriginal flip flop may not win any style awards, but it more than makes up for it with performance and...
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Hoka Ora Recovery Slide 3 Review
Check yo' soul before you wreck your soles! The Hoka Ora Recovery Slide 3 is designed to help you recover from foot...
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Chaco Z/Cloud 2 for Women Review
The Chaco Z/Cloud 2 is a seriously burly adventure sandal built to take you comfortably and securely through almost...
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Ecco Yucatan for Women Review
The Ecco Yucatan sandals have a rugged vibe and are super secure and stable. They're seriously comfortable, as long as...
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Bedrock Cairn Evo for Women Review
The Bedrock Cairn Evo sandals strike a perfect balance between a minimalist strap design and a traction-focused sole...
Xero Z-Trail EV for Women Review
The Xero Z-Trail EV sandals are a true barefoot shoe that allows for flexibility and movement of your foot while...
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Keen Newport H2 for Women Review
The Keen Newport H2 is the sandal for folks who want more breathability than a shoe with socks but aren't ready to...
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Teva Original Universal for Women Review
The Teva Original Universal are a solid pair of high-value sandals built for exploring and moderate adventuring. They...
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Chaco Bodhi Review
The Chaco Bodhi is a performance adventure sandal designed to provide comfort and stability in a lighter, lower...
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Xero H-Trail Review
The Xero H-Trail is a huarache-style sandal that provides a barefoot-like tactile feel while still providing...
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Bedrock Cairn Evo Review
The Bedrock Cairn Evo is almost an ideal blend of secure and grippy adventure sandals with a lightweight and flexible...
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Rainbow Single Layer Premier Review
The classic look of the Rainbow Single Layer Premier is easily recognized across many regions and is a fixture of the...
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NeedBo NDB Review
The Needbo NDB is a flip flop option that's several times less expensive than the competition, though it still offers...
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Astral Filipe Review
The Astral Filipe provides some of the best traction we've ever seen in a flip flop, particularly in wet environments...
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OluKai Mea Ola Review
The OluKai Mea Ola is an exceptionally stylish flip flop that still boasts the great comfort and support that OluKai...
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Astral Loyak for Women Review
With incredible traction and sensitivity, the women's Astral Loyak is a great choice for any aquatic adventurer. For a...
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Crocs Classic Review
Few shoes inspire stronger opinions than the Crocs Classic Clog. Some people swear by their comfort, practicality, and...
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Palm Gradient 3.0 Boots Review
If you need a tough, reliable water shoe built for demanding river environments, this shoe is hard to beat. Its rugged...
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Athmile Water Shoes Review
You are unlikely to find a cheaper shoe for your water-based activities. This sock-like shoe is easy to slip on and...
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Astral Brewer 2.0 Review
The Astral Brewer 2.0 stands out as a top performer in the water shoe category, combining the ruggedness required for...
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Xero Aqua X Sport Review
The Xero Aqua X Sport is a thoughtfully made water shoe that leans on a minimalist design for its excellent...
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Speedo Surf Knit Pro Review
The Speedo Surf Knit Pro offers decent performance at a staggeringly low price, making for an excellent water shoe for...
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DLGJPA Lightweight Quick Drying for Women Review
The DLGJPA Women's Lightweight Quick Drying Aqua Water Shoes are a great option for those just getting into water...
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OluKai Ohana for Women Review
Whether you are someone who lives in flip flops, or someone who only busts them out on summer weekends, the OluKai...
Body Glove 3T Barefoot Cinch for Women Review
The Body Glove 3T Barefoot Cinch water shoe is an excellent choice for those looking for a little extra protection...
Earth Runners Alpha Review
The Earth Runners Alpha distinguishes itself as one of the lightest and most traction-efficient choices in our lineup...
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Keen Newport H2 Review
The Keen Newport H2 continues to set the benchmark for closed-toe sandals and earns our Top Pick for Best Toe...
Ecco Yucatan Review
A relatively recent addition to our lineup, the Ecco Yucatan swiftly captivated our testers with its premium design...
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NRS Paddle Wetshoe Review
The NRS Paddle Wetshoe is the water shoe we reach for repeatedly when going out on the river. A Terraprene upper with...