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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Astral Loyak - Women's Review
With incredible traction and sensitivity, the women's Astral Loyak is a great choice for any aquatic adventurer. For...
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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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DLGJPA Lightweight Quick Drying - Women's 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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Ecco Yucatan - Women's Review
The Ecco Yucatan is a sandal with a vibe. It offers excellent security and stability, and some of the best comfort...
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Bedrock Cairn Evo - Women's Review
The Bedrock Cairn Evo sandals walk the line between a strap design minimalists will love and a traction-focused sole...
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Bedrock Cairn Adventure Review
Yet again, the Bedrock Cairn Adventure secures the highest score among the best sandals. Simply put, no other model is...
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