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Best Flip Flops?
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Havaianas
I have been wearing them since 2003
I don't like the bulkiness of most flip flops so they are great.
The soles last a while and they won't blow out. Mine are laying out in the sun all day when they're not on me.
They are cheap. Probably buy a new pair every year and I wear them more than the average person. I wear them in black. $18. These ones:
RE: Rainbows - I haven't had a pair since the late 90s and they wear in great but like any other flip flop sole...after a while you become a slip-n-fall attorney's wet dream. So you end up with an ultra comfortable flip flop that is useless.
I have been wearing them since 2003
I don't like the bulkiness of most flip flops so they are great.
The soles last a while and they won't blow out. Mine are laying out in the sun all day when they're not on me.
They are cheap. Probably buy a new pair every year and I wear them more than the average person. I wear them in black. $18. These ones:
RE: Rainbows - I haven't had a pair since the late 90s and they wear in great but like any other flip flop sole...after a while you become a slip-n-fall attorney's wet dream. So you end up with an ultra comfortable flip flop that is useless.
Freewater lowest price rubber sandal is best value to comfort in my opinion.
Sparky is legend like Rainbow Sandals. For best looking to value to comfort to surf history, Rainbows forever.
not a brand you'd think of but i've been wearing northface flip flops for a long time and they're great. the bumps under foot give a little bit of massage and provide grip when your feet get wet and keep your foot from slipping off. they've been mvp's for climbing around the rocky 'beaches' on the big island.
Real men dig toe-gap penetration.
Sanuk hemp vagabond side walk surfers are great. Mine have lasted years going to and from the water across hot sand, rocks, mud, etc... wider base makes it a little easier to walk on sand too.
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+1 with the notable exception that they seem to vary a lot from one pair to another and they do blow out, sometimes when they are still pretty new.
Just bought a new pair and the strap is super loose making them almost unwearable where an older, broken in pair actually is tighter to my feet.
Would love something like a haviana but a little better made.
Just bought a new pair and the strap is super loose making them almost unwearable where an older, broken in pair actually is tighter to my feet.
Would love something like a haviana but a little better made.
Havaianas
I have been wearing them since 2003
I don't like the bulkiness of most flip flops so they are great.
The soles last a while and they won't blow out. Mine are laying out in the sun all day when they're not on me.
They are cheap. Probably buy a new pair every year and I wear them more than the average person. I wear them in black. $18. These ones:
RE: Rainbows - I haven't had a pair since the late 90s and they wear in great but like any other flip flop sole...after a while you become a slip-n-fall attorney's wet dream. So you end up with an ultra comfortable flip flop that is useless.
Nothing says "Cabo" like Flojos. Seriously, I bought these because they were cheap, and now I'm stocked on them. Super cushy memory foam for the win, and minimal slipping. I'll probably get another pair. Have lasted a few years with minimal wear.
The wavestorm of footwear. Haha.
https://www.costco.com/flojos-men's-hydro-flip-flop.product.100718694.html
The wavestorm of footwear. Haha.
https://www.costco.com/flojos-men's-hydro-flip-flop.product.100718694.html
I really liked my teva flip flops and sandals. I wear the latter on longer hikes or for fishing.
These have really good arch support and last forever: https://olukai.ca/products/ohana-mens-beach-sandals-kona?variant=34543068840071
FreeWater's have been my "go-to" sandals for 5+ years....Love them. Cobian a strong 2nd. I guess it all depends on the conditions you'll be wearing them.
I wear my "flip flops" almost every day, which includes a couple miles in soft sand(daily) and on the street.
I bought a pair of Olukai's last year...They didn't last any longer than the FreeWater's or Cobian's.
Locals for everyday or the volcom squishy ones if I'm gonna wine and dine my chick
www.volcom.com
Recliner Sandals - Black Destructo
Black Recliner sandals from Volcom with ultra-comfortable quilted rubber sponge soles. Order this RCF molded, EVA footbed designed flip-flops today.
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These have been my favorite flops to date. The Deck Boss is the only flop of theirs I've tried. Cheers.
Grunden's Deck Boss
Grunden's Deck Boss
throw in a pair of Reef One flip-flops (or slides if you prefer slides). single piece construction, indestructible, light, waterproof, comfortable, and you can probably get a pair for less than $30 if you find a coupon. They're my favorite but they're cheap enough to throw in as a backup in case you don't like them.
Amazon.com | Evolv Sling Sandal - Men's | Sandals
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These have proven themselves hiking in the talus of many boulder-finding adventures. Good rubber and good comfort. Squeak-free afaik. I own these. Don't seem to blow out either, but these are new versions of my tried-and-true OG evolv slippahs, so YMMV.
I recommend.
MAKAHA 4100
Scott Hawaii’s Makaha slipper is the most popular sandal in the line. It features a soft nylon strap and molded rubber outsole. The effectiveness of it's simplicity is the secret to this flip flop's success. Designed to go everywhere and do anything, it can even be put in the washer for cleaning...
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So comfortable and durable. I'll only buy these after disappointments with Reef and Rainbow.
Amazon.com | Men's Authentic Mexican Huarache Sandals (US 7, SHEDRON) | Sandals
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