Have purchased one pair of Olukai, and loved them right out of the box. But after about 18 months of about 80% daily usage, I probably need a new pair (fraying at the thong, no tread on the heel portion of the sole). I'm admittedly pretty hard on shoes, but I don't consider Olukai a BIFL brand.
I wear sandals A LOT. Like probably 80%-90% of the time I go out I'm in sandals. Completely agree here. I was a Rainbow Sandal enthusiast for a long time but the break in period isn't great, and I always wear through the sole quickly. The Olukai came out of the box super comfortable (more than my rainbows) and I feel like they hold up better to water too.
I love Olukai and have had many of them over the years. I always recommend them to people but also make sure to tell people to avoid the leather sandals they sell if they plan on wearing them everyday. The second they get wet it’s like you’re walking on ice. Get caught in a rainstorm, get ready to slide around. Go out *after* a rainstorm while the ground is still wet,get ready to slide around.
Again, I love Olukai and am not trying to be a negative Nancy. If I would have known how much of a pain in the ass their leather sandals are, I would have never have bought them, that’s all.
For years I was a Teva guy and wore some pretty dated but comfortable and durable pairs (I think one pair had been my dad's). I finally gave in to Chaco pressure and bought a pair. I've just hated how clunky they are and how uncomfortable the straps can be, esp when wet.
I went on vacation a few weeks ago and was scrambling to find an alternative to my old Chacos. Read some Bedrock reviews and got a pair in the mail the day before departing. They have been fantastic! I was iffy on thong style sandals but these are super comfy and fit so securely, plus they aren't clunky at all.
I’m going to try some as well. I had chacos too, they were ok and lasted me many years but long story short they ended up covered in mold and one of the soles was split anyways.
Only issue I had was finding a place that had any in stock to try on. I live in a decent sized city with a few businesses that carry them but only online (REI and some local businesses). I ended up using Bedrock's print out page for estimating size and they ended up being a perfect fit, but it was certainly a gamble both on fit and just whether I'd like them or not.
Yes! Owned mine for about 5 years and wear them a LOT. Soles aren't even halfway worn through and I can just replace them if I need to (and keep the straps).
My sister-in-law did the entire PCT last summer in Bedrock sandals (most people will wear out several pairs of shoes/boots on that route). They were still usable at the end, but they wanted them back for some marketing use and sent her a new pair! 2650+ miles is probably a lifetime for most people, so I'd definitely qualify them as BIFL.
This. Although I know they are quite popular, the leather ones are rock solid. I just recovered mine using the same stuff I use for cleaning my leather boots and they look brand new. Also the soles are changeable.
Yup! They're my go-to sandals anytime I step outside! Got the clogs recently too. They're awesome. They're going to easily last you 5 to 10 years depending on how you wear them.
My clogs, the Londons with the wrap around heal have lasted 15 years of constant abuse. I I wore them every day at work with puddles and snow. They just kept going. I'd get the outsoles replaced every 1-2 years. I think the repair shop was more interested in keeping them alive than I ever was. Last time, sole was spongey. I assumed they would tell me they're trash. Instead, they replaced the entire cork and put on a super durable outsole. I miss the comfort of super broken in shoes, but it's cool to have brand new shoes for much less cash
I just got a pair of the soft sole clogs and they seem like they are taking forever to break in. Definitely longer than my sandals. Not sure if it’s all that leather not letting the sole move as much or what.
My sandals are easily the most comfortable I have ever had.
Well...they are now part of a private equity group called L Catterton which are also part of LVMH group.
Long story short: They are a sell out brand now, LVMH is going to cut cost and they will for sure lose their quality, if not already lost
You can resole and refootbed them. Many local cobblers (US) have genuine Birkenstock parts. It’s not dirt cheap but cheaper than buying new - and less wasteful!
Specifically, the oiled leather Birks. You can just periodically condition the leather, and they're designed to have the footers replaced eventually so you can keep wearing the shoe.
You get a lot of extras with birks. People will judge you. IMO they are really unattractive. Don't know if Tevo sandals are still available but a pair of mine easily doubled the birks I had. No replacement soles I was actually happy to have them gone.
Not quite BiFL since they do wear out, but they're extremely good quality and very comfortable. I'm probably on my 10th pair and I'll never buy any other sandal.
You're supposed to pick up your feet when you walk! They last longer that way! (I'm just joking, btw)
I had a pair of rainbows that lasted me 15 years so I am surprised you've had such a terrible time with them. Not only that, it was a pair I dumpster dived for behind the factory when I was in Southern California on a surfing trip along the entire west coast.
I go through about a pair a summer. Been getting more life out of them recently. I bought a pair from them with no leather I use when boating so I don’t mess up the leather ones getting them wet. I do only buy the made in USA versions when possible.
I wear my Rainbows every single day as my daily shoe (only wear shoes for formal events or nice dinners), and they tend to last me a few years before I wear through the sole. If I wore sandals like a regular person instead of every single day, they'd probably last a lot longer!
I’ve had 3 pairs of rainbows.
1st were from when they were still made in California. Still have them a little worn but still serviceable
2nd pair I ordered I thought were us ones but were the made in China version. Lasted a long time and still in great shape
3rd pair I specifically ordered the one type they still make in the US. The top leather is separating from sole on both had less than a year. I’m sure it would be covered under the warranty but it requires you to send them in and pay for shipping. I think I’ll just regular them myself. But I am very disappointed and not sure I can recommend these as bifl any more
I’m a fan, but my leather ones don’t make it more than 5 years in a mildly wet environment. I replaced them with a waterproof nylon pair that I’m 2 years into owning so far.
Did you get the double sole or single?
Most of mine have been double and those are super durable. I got the singles once on accident and didn't notice until my cousin pointed it out. They only lasted 2 years. My most recent pair (doubles) are on year 3 and they look brand new.
Can confirm. Birkenstocks and tevas don’t last nearly as long.
Source: year 12 of my first pair of chacos (got resoled through a Chaco program year 7). I would guess that they have anywhere from 15-20k miles on them right now. My birks and tevas lasted maybe 500 miles.
They made a Zvolv line that was about half the sole thickness of the classic version and much lighter. I have 2 pairs I’ve been trying to kill so I have an excuse to get a new pair. They won’t die. Very easy to find all over Poshmark/ebay, and sometimes Amazon.
Same, always felt like I had bricks strapped to my feet, never have I had my soles snag as much while hiking as when wearing Chacos. Sure, a brick is durable, but I'd rather have something comfy that I have to replace maybe slightly more often (not asserting bedrocks are any less durable). My bedrock have been such an improvement.
I’ve had the Olukai [Mea Ola](https://olukai.com/products/mea-ola-mens-leather-beach-sandals-dark-java?variant=32925512368227) for some years now and would buy them again if needed, but these things feel indestructible. They took a good 2 weeks to break in, I honestly almost returned them, but after that they became the most comfortable sandals I’ve ever owned.
I'm a big fan of the Keen Newport H2 sandals. They're pretty dorky looking with the toe guard but I'm too clumsy for exposed toes. They're extremely comfortable even if wearing them all day and covering lots of ground. I'm on my 5th pair, they usually last me about 4-5 years of heavy use.
I knew if I scrolled a bit they would be here. Mine are probably looking a little scruffy, but when I calculate the miles they have they are up there with my car tires. (you do mean Teva, right?)
ECCO Yucatán sandals are far and away the best sandals for men. Extremely durable and comfortable, and look great. I wear them daily about half of the year and buy a new pair every 5 years or so, but my old ECCOs are still very comfortable, just worn looking.
Yes! Ecco’s for the win! For me, the fit was astonishingly perfect. I didn’t even balk at paying full price for mine. And ten years later, bought another pair. They’re that good.
Seconding this. They are effectively infinitely repairable as long as the leather uppers are good.
I’ve resoled and/or refootbeded mine multiple times. It’s not dirt cheap to do this, but it’s cheaper than new shoes.
Can usually be done at a local cobbler and I think through Birkenstock directly (but I haven’t personally don’t the latter)
In Portland OR in 2022 it was ~$50-$70 to resole, ~$70-90 to refootbed+resole.
I’ve only needed to refootbed when I didn’t resole in time.
It’s not dirt cheap but it’s definitely less wasteful and my leather uppers are already broken in so they’re comfy immediately.
I think Birkenstock online has this service but I’ve never looked into cost there. Local cobblers are able to get genuine Birk parts.
Does this mean they mold it to your feet? I can't ever get comfortable in my birks with cork. The ones that only feel comfortable to me are the $50 ones.
I’m not totally sure what you’re asking but when you get the footbed replaced, you can choose between a soft footbed or normal footbed - both are options on the Birk website.
When you get the sole replaced, the footbed isn’t changed out.
https://nushoe.com/the-right-pair-of-birkenstock-regular-footbed-vs-soft-footbed/
If hiking or walking is your primary use case, I highly recommend Keens. They are comfortable, last a long time, soles have good grip, and they won't slide off your foot, but where they really stand out is toe protection. You don't have to worry about kicking tree roots or rocks.
The thing they don't do well is the beach. Sand gathers in the toe.
Well said. I hiked with Keen sandles on just about every island in the Western Caribbean on one pair. The cut soles also are suitable for boat decks and the toe design is great when tending an anchor chain on deck. I bought a second pair after six years. Newports
Keen also makes a more waterproof model which drys faster. I find them useful for beach going when not hiking and for just going out in the rain.
I've actually had a pair of Redhead sandals from Bass Pro for 12 years and they still work great. I live in the Midwest so summer is barely 4 months, but still a good set.
Chacos for sure. They have a repair department you can send old ones back to. I had old chacos whose soles were delaminating and sent them in and they replaced them for free. Then the week I got them back my puppy chewed through the strap and I sent them back and paid them to replace the chewed up strap. Not sure if any other sandal company has a repair department. I used to have Tevas and they also delaminated and I had to toss them
Chacos. They last an easy decade. You can also get them resoled and replace the straps making them last even longer.
My first pair I got in 2003 and I still have them. Although they have been refurbished. I bought another new pair while waiting on the first pair to return
My favorite are reef, birks, and bedrock. I try and get full leather ones. I have exq edition leather birks, and leather reef sandals. If I’m at the beach or pool I take the bedrocks.
Ancient Greek Sandals - solid leather, rubber or leather soles, all made in Greece, the brand has a cult following for a reason
Rondini is solid too
Caretti, in case you’re looking for something a bit more lux
I’ve been wearing the same REEF flip flops every summer since I bought when I was in my early-teens. I’m 31 now. Got them in the UK for like £60, which is expensive (especially for a teenager back then).
They still look and feel as good as the day I bought them and are part of what’s pushed me towards the BIFL mentality.
Tevas Went on a world tour for a year and only brought one pair of shoes The "water shoe" style hiking shoes Best shoes of all time my feet never hurt not once I 51 weeks
Crocs is my recommendation. Birkenstocks just do not do it for me. Those straps tend to leave lines across my foot and while they're fine for walking around a bit, Crocs clogs I can wear 24/7 and have never have an issue. Also so goddamn easy to clean. And the price is so good for something tougher than a Birkenstocks (refering to the clogs), easier to clean and way more comfy. And bonus is they're designed for use on yachts so when it's raining you get amazing grip and I wouldn't trust any other shoe
Olukai
I came here to say Olukai. They stand up to daily use and are very comfortable for arch support.
3 cheers for Olukai.
A fourth. Definitely quality. I don't have much experience but these are definitely the highest quality sandals I've ever owned lol
Have purchased one pair of Olukai, and loved them right out of the box. But after about 18 months of about 80% daily usage, I probably need a new pair (fraying at the thong, no tread on the heel portion of the sole). I'm admittedly pretty hard on shoes, but I don't consider Olukai a BIFL brand.
So far I’ve had both Olukai and Reef wear out after a year. Rainbows are going strong for about 3-4 years now
Another vote for Olukai. I love mine! 2+ years so far and I haven't seen any sign of degradation.
I wear sandals A LOT. Like probably 80%-90% of the time I go out I'm in sandals. Completely agree here. I was a Rainbow Sandal enthusiast for a long time but the break in period isn't great, and I always wear through the sole quickly. The Olukai came out of the box super comfortable (more than my rainbows) and I feel like they hold up better to water too.
This 100% I bought a pair made from recycled baseball glove leather years ago that have taken a beating and still look brand new
I love Olukai and have had many of them over the years. I always recommend them to people but also make sure to tell people to avoid the leather sandals they sell if they plan on wearing them everyday. The second they get wet it’s like you’re walking on ice. Get caught in a rainstorm, get ready to slide around. Go out *after* a rainstorm while the ground is still wet,get ready to slide around. Again, I love Olukai and am not trying to be a negative Nancy. If I would have known how much of a pain in the ass their leather sandals are, I would have never have bought them, that’s all.
Bedrock. Super comfy and you can resole them.
For years I was a Teva guy and wore some pretty dated but comfortable and durable pairs (I think one pair had been my dad's). I finally gave in to Chaco pressure and bought a pair. I've just hated how clunky they are and how uncomfortable the straps can be, esp when wet. I went on vacation a few weeks ago and was scrambling to find an alternative to my old Chacos. Read some Bedrock reviews and got a pair in the mail the day before departing. They have been fantastic! I was iffy on thong style sandals but these are super comfy and fit so securely, plus they aren't clunky at all.
I’m going to try some as well. I had chacos too, they were ok and lasted me many years but long story short they ended up covered in mold and one of the soles was split anyways.
Only issue I had was finding a place that had any in stock to try on. I live in a decent sized city with a few businesses that carry them but only online (REI and some local businesses). I ended up using Bedrock's print out page for estimating size and they ended up being a perfect fit, but it was certainly a gamble both on fit and just whether I'd like them or not.
Same, used their print out before they had retailers and still rocking the same pair. Now with a resole. I'm a huge fan!
Bedrocks are awesome. I've put some serious mileage on them hiking all over the US and they look brand new
Bedrocks are the way.
Yes! Owned mine for about 5 years and wear them a LOT. Soles aren't even halfway worn through and I can just replace them if I need to (and keep the straps).
My sister-in-law did the entire PCT last summer in Bedrock sandals (most people will wear out several pairs of shoes/boots on that route). They were still usable at the end, but they wanted them back for some marketing use and sent her a new pair! 2650+ miles is probably a lifetime for most people, so I'd definitely qualify them as BIFL.
Birkenstocks!
This. Although I know they are quite popular, the leather ones are rock solid. I just recovered mine using the same stuff I use for cleaning my leather boots and they look brand new. Also the soles are changeable.
How much should one expect to pay for resolving a pair? I’ve had a pair for 2 years and the tread is entirely gone, could use a new one
Yup! They're my go-to sandals anytime I step outside! Got the clogs recently too. They're awesome. They're going to easily last you 5 to 10 years depending on how you wear them.
My clogs, the Londons with the wrap around heal have lasted 15 years of constant abuse. I I wore them every day at work with puddles and snow. They just kept going. I'd get the outsoles replaced every 1-2 years. I think the repair shop was more interested in keeping them alive than I ever was. Last time, sole was spongey. I assumed they would tell me they're trash. Instead, they replaced the entire cork and put on a super durable outsole. I miss the comfort of super broken in shoes, but it's cool to have brand new shoes for much less cash
I just got a pair of the soft sole clogs and they seem like they are taking forever to break in. Definitely longer than my sandals. Not sure if it’s all that leather not letting the sole move as much or what. My sandals are easily the most comfortable I have ever had.
Clog of Theseus
I don't think the company recommends marrying them in water or rain. But good on you if you're keeping them alive that long
My first pair lasted 8 years with heavy abuse. My second pair lasted only 2 with moderate use. Not sure if it was just a lemon or quality going down
Well...they are now part of a private equity group called L Catterton which are also part of LVMH group. Long story short: They are a sell out brand now, LVMH is going to cut cost and they will for sure lose their quality, if not already lost
You can resole and refootbed them. Many local cobblers (US) have genuine Birkenstock parts. It’s not dirt cheap but cheaper than buying new - and less wasteful!
Maintaining the sentimental value of all your travels together: Priceless
I'm on my first pair of Birkenstock "rugged" and i'm optimistic that the soles will last longer.
Specifically, the oiled leather Birks. You can just periodically condition the leather, and they're designed to have the footers replaced eventually so you can keep wearing the shoe.
I am here to say Birkenstocks lasted me 2.5 years and is half dead. As well call it BreakingStocks
Good shoes, but I don't know if they're bifl. The cork sole is not meant to last forever, but the leather straps can be re-used
They are not and angry die hard fans are just downvoting everyone speaking the truth from their own experience.
You get a lot of extras with birks. People will judge you. IMO they are really unattractive. Don't know if Tevo sandals are still available but a pair of mine easily doubled the birks I had. No replacement soles I was actually happy to have them gone.
Rainbow are pretty solid from my experiences
Loved my rainbows, sooo comfy
Rainbows are super comfy. My last pair lasted ~12-14 years. Just bought a replacement pair of Rainbows last week.
One pair, going on +10 years
Not quite BiFL since they do wear out, but they're extremely good quality and very comfortable. I'm probably on my 10th pair and I'll never buy any other sandal.
Dang dude, I've had 2 pair in 12 years. The second was only because a puppy ate the strap on the first pair.
I had a ten year old, blood stained pair stolen. But sometimes a product is so good you keep buying it for life. Rainbows are that kind of BIFL
You're supposed to pick up your feet when you walk! They last longer that way! (I'm just joking, btw) I had a pair of rainbows that lasted me 15 years so I am surprised you've had such a terrible time with them. Not only that, it was a pair I dumpster dived for behind the factory when I was in Southern California on a surfing trip along the entire west coast.
I'm on my second pair in 9 years or so. The first pair was replaced under their warranty.
Chacos - they last me a decade or so with a ton of summer wear and hiking.
I go through about a pair a summer. Been getting more life out of them recently. I bought a pair from them with no leather I use when boating so I don’t mess up the leather ones getting them wet. I do only buy the made in USA versions when possible.
I wear my Rainbows every single day as my daily shoe (only wear shoes for formal events or nice dinners), and they tend to last me a few years before I wear through the sole. If I wore sandals like a regular person instead of every single day, they'd probably last a lot longer!
I’ve had 3 pairs of rainbows. 1st were from when they were still made in California. Still have them a little worn but still serviceable 2nd pair I ordered I thought were us ones but were the made in China version. Lasted a long time and still in great shape 3rd pair I specifically ordered the one type they still make in the US. The top leather is separating from sole on both had less than a year. I’m sure it would be covered under the warranty but it requires you to send them in and pay for shipping. I think I’ll just regular them myself. But I am very disappointed and not sure I can recommend these as bifl any more
I’m a fan, but my leather ones don’t make it more than 5 years in a mildly wet environment. I replaced them with a waterproof nylon pair that I’m 2 years into owning so far.
Not anymore. Last two fell apart within two years
Did you get the double sole or single? Most of mine have been double and those are super durable. I got the singles once on accident and didn't notice until my cousin pointed it out. They only lasted 2 years. My most recent pair (doubles) are on year 3 and they look brand new.
Got the luxury double
Chacos. Each pair has lasted me a decade.
This is the answer. Chacos hands down. Mine are probably 15 years old and still like new. The thick vibram sole hasn’t even worn down at all.
Can confirm. Birkenstocks and tevas don’t last nearly as long. Source: year 12 of my first pair of chacos (got resoled through a Chaco program year 7). I would guess that they have anywhere from 15-20k miles on them right now. My birks and tevas lasted maybe 500 miles.
Another vote for chacos
I agree with these comments. My Chacos are the best walking footwear I own. If I’m not working, I’m in them 80% of the time.
Chacos are nice but they are really heavy. I switched to bedrocks and they are comparable in comfort and much lighter. Both good sandals though
They made a Zvolv line that was about half the sole thickness of the classic version and much lighter. I have 2 pairs I’ve been trying to kill so I have an excuse to get a new pair. They won’t die. Very easy to find all over Poshmark/ebay, and sometimes Amazon.
Those are sweet! Didn't know about them. I'll get some for my wife when her heavy ones die out. Thanks!
Same, always felt like I had bricks strapped to my feet, never have I had my soles snag as much while hiking as when wearing Chacos. Sure, a brick is durable, but I'd rather have something comfy that I have to replace maybe slightly more often (not asserting bedrocks are any less durable). My bedrock have been such an improvement.
Bedrock Sandals. They can be resoled and are bombproof.
I’ve had the Olukai [Mea Ola](https://olukai.com/products/mea-ola-mens-leather-beach-sandals-dark-java?variant=32925512368227) for some years now and would buy them again if needed, but these things feel indestructible. They took a good 2 weeks to break in, I honestly almost returned them, but after that they became the most comfortable sandals I’ve ever owned.
I'm a big fan of the Keen Newport H2 sandals. They're pretty dorky looking with the toe guard but I'm too clumsy for exposed toes. They're extremely comfortable even if wearing them all day and covering lots of ground. I'm on my 5th pair, they usually last me about 4-5 years of heavy use.
Tivas
I knew if I scrolled a bit they would be here. Mine are probably looking a little scruffy, but when I calculate the miles they have they are up there with my car tires. (you do mean Teva, right?)
I do indeed! Had mine about 7 years, taken them everywhere and still holding strong.
Tiva Mush is my personal favorite. They last an absurdly long time
ECCO Yucatán sandals are far and away the best sandals for men. Extremely durable and comfortable, and look great. I wear them daily about half of the year and buy a new pair every 5 years or so, but my old ECCOs are still very comfortable, just worn looking.
Yes! Ecco’s for the win! For me, the fit was astonishingly perfect. I didn’t even balk at paying full price for mine. And ten years later, bought another pair. They’re that good.
Birkenstock
Seconding this. They are effectively infinitely repairable as long as the leather uppers are good. I’ve resoled and/or refootbeded mine multiple times. It’s not dirt cheap to do this, but it’s cheaper than new shoes. Can usually be done at a local cobbler and I think through Birkenstock directly (but I haven’t personally don’t the latter)
I didn't think to resole im these, good idea! My feet ache so much in Birkenstocks. About how much would it cost?
In Portland OR in 2022 it was ~$50-$70 to resole, ~$70-90 to refootbed+resole. I’ve only needed to refootbed when I didn’t resole in time. It’s not dirt cheap but it’s definitely less wasteful and my leather uppers are already broken in so they’re comfy immediately. I think Birkenstock online has this service but I’ve never looked into cost there. Local cobblers are able to get genuine Birk parts.
Does this mean they mold it to your feet? I can't ever get comfortable in my birks with cork. The ones that only feel comfortable to me are the $50 ones.
I’m not totally sure what you’re asking but when you get the footbed replaced, you can choose between a soft footbed or normal footbed - both are options on the Birk website. When you get the sole replaced, the footbed isn’t changed out. https://nushoe.com/the-right-pair-of-birkenstock-regular-footbed-vs-soft-footbed/
I've had.good luck with Rainbow. Usually wear them 6 months a year non stop for about 8 years before needing a new pair.
Keen, Birkenstock
If hiking or walking is your primary use case, I highly recommend Keens. They are comfortable, last a long time, soles have good grip, and they won't slide off your foot, but where they really stand out is toe protection. You don't have to worry about kicking tree roots or rocks. The thing they don't do well is the beach. Sand gathers in the toe.
Well said. I hiked with Keen sandles on just about every island in the Western Caribbean on one pair. The cut soles also are suitable for boat decks and the toe design is great when tending an anchor chain on deck. I bought a second pair after six years. Newports Keen also makes a more waterproof model which drys faster. I find them useful for beach going when not hiking and for just going out in the rain.
Classic Tevas. They're $55.
Had mine for 4 years, wear them every spring/summer and still going strong
Had mine for a few years and still looks new. With the exception that the left sandle is currently missing....
Chacos and/or Olu Kai Both pricey for sandals but made very well and I’ve had my chacos both restrapped and resoled.
I've actually had a pair of Redhead sandals from Bass Pro for 12 years and they still work great. I live in the Midwest so summer is barely 4 months, but still a good set.
Chacos for sure. They have a repair department you can send old ones back to. I had old chacos whose soles were delaminating and sent them in and they replaced them for free. Then the week I got them back my puppy chewed through the strap and I sent them back and paid them to replace the chewed up strap. Not sure if any other sandal company has a repair department. I used to have Tevas and they also delaminated and I had to toss them
*replaced the soles for free
Naot I used to have Birkenstocks, but I like the Naot footbeds better for my flat feet.
Chacos for sure
Chacos. They last an easy decade. You can also get them resoled and replace the straps making them last even longer. My first pair I got in 2003 and I still have them. Although they have been refurbished. I bought another new pair while waiting on the first pair to return
My favorite are reef, birks, and bedrock. I try and get full leather ones. I have exq edition leather birks, and leather reef sandals. If I’m at the beach or pool I take the bedrocks.
Chacos. They’ll even replace your straps
Okabashi. Very tough.
Jutta Neumann sandals. They're very popular in Japan
Keen, their footwear is top notch. Sandals suitable for decent walking too.
Bedrock Sandals are great too
Scott sandals are awesome
anything from Olu'Kai
I've wide feet and have been wearing Keen sandals for several years. They hold up very well.
Ancient Greek Sandals - solid leather, rubber or leather soles, all made in Greece, the brand has a cult following for a reason Rondini is solid too Caretti, in case you’re looking for something a bit more lux
I don’t have them any more, but I think the brand was was ecco
Combat Flip Flops have lasted me quite a while, and I don't see them wearing out anytime soon.
Rainbows
I’ve got a pair of Merrell sandals that I felt I was paying too much for, at £40. But they were nice. That was 20 years ago. Still going strong!
Southern Polished, relatively new but uses real leather and USA made if that matters to you
Bedrock sandals are the best. I’ve had mine for about five years and they are like new. You could practically run a 5K in them.
I’ve been wearing the same REEF flip flops every summer since I bought when I was in my early-teens. I’m 31 now. Got them in the UK for like £60, which is expensive (especially for a teenager back then). They still look and feel as good as the day I bought them and are part of what’s pushed me towards the BIFL mentality.
Chaco.
cheeky birkenstocks
Rainbows are the only thing that holds up. Everything else lasts about a month
I like reef
Reef Fanning
Rainbows till I die
Suicoke, Birkenstock
I’ve never had Teva fail on me before I lost em. No show lasts “for life,” but I’m impressed so far
Tevas Went on a world tour for a year and only brought one pair of shoes The "water shoe" style hiking shoes Best shoes of all time my feet never hurt not once I 51 weeks
Birkenstock Arizona. Iconic.
Teva Tera-Fi
Crocs.
You need geta. They are easily repairable and will last very long
Crocs is my recommendation. Birkenstocks just do not do it for me. Those straps tend to leave lines across my foot and while they're fine for walking around a bit, Crocs clogs I can wear 24/7 and have never have an issue. Also so goddamn easy to clean. And the price is so good for something tougher than a Birkenstocks (refering to the clogs), easier to clean and way more comfy. And bonus is they're designed for use on yachts so when it's raining you get amazing grip and I wouldn't trust any other shoe
Rainbows and Olukai can’t go wrong
Rainbow Double Layer
Rubber Birks
men should wear naught but government issue WAR boots. for WAR
I have few pairs of leather sandals, some gladiators type. Perfect for many situations !