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Six contenders have fallen from the mix. It all comes down to this. Your vote decides the outcome.
The Chaco tan is a badge of honor
I fight for House Birkenstock
Its time to settle a longstanding debate once and for all. Which sandal will be crowned king?
Theyre essentially adventure flip-flops and therefore superior to every other sandal
This simple sandal has everything you need and nothing you dont
Eight fan favorites. Three head-to-head rounds. Only one winner.
These gifts will add a touch of flair to his wardrobe
Plus, two other men's sandals I've tested and enjoyed
This gear is fire
Blair hates to be cold. She also hates to be hot. But our grouchiest gear reviewer doesn't hate these clothes.
Expert-tested gearat a discount
Stuff to keep you comfortable for a day (or a month) on the trail
Packs, cases, and other stuff that survive a good soaking
Boards, apparel, and accessories for all kinds of watery pursuits
Relax, it's not until May 12you still have time!
From Gore-Tex wedding dresses to antigravity sandals
New sandals and boots combine Chacos hallmark comfort with the style you want in everyday life
Multitalented footwear for everywhere you go
Board basics for a season on the waves
Beefed up or thinned down, flip-flops are the perfect summer shoe.
No need to simply toss your flips after running them into the ground
These are sturdy enough to take on any adventure and comfortable enough to wear every daybut they won't cost you an arm and a leg
They're comfy, look good, and will last a decade. But we bet you knew all that already.
Chacos and NRS teamed up on these special-edition sandals in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Slip-ons and lace-ups for your soggiest adventures
Proceeds from each sale fund scholarships for East African nursing students
The gear we're lusting after this spring
The iconic boating sandal gets an upgrade
24 productsfor work and playthat we fell in love with this year
Nadine Marchal and her loom have made everything from sandals to climbing rope more stylish
It's rare for a product to stand the test of time, but these seven items are as good as they ever were
The classic design hasn't changed much because it doesn't need toit's darn near perfect
The best flip flops for under $50
The runner turned entrepreneur talks about her most essential gear
Chacos is taking a stand in the fight over Bears Ears National Monument
Travel sandals have to be comfortable, but taking care of your feet neednt mean sacrificing style. These strappy new kicks look and feel great.
High-performance kit for dropping in
Yes, you read that right. We tracked down the best do-anything, go-anywhere sandals, good for so much more than just lounging on the beach.
Teva sandal: A water shoe that came to define a generation of river athletes.
Treat your feet right with bright art and classic comfort
The Fly-Fishing Essentials of 2015
Stuff these in your pack and head out of the country with peace of mind
Nine health and grooming tools for maximum good clean fun
It's summer's most casual shoe, but there are flip-flops and then there are flip-flops. Keep your feet happy with our favorites.
The most wholesome flip-flops in the world?
A percentage of the purchase price of your new Scamps, a collaboration with Cascade Designs, will go toward well-building projects in Kenya
There's been a lot of coverage of the this year's climbing season on Everest, and I'm curious as to what day-to-day life is like at the roof of the world. What are the basic necessities?
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Its the perfect fourteener shoe, one Colorado-based tester proclaimed, which is perhaps the best compliment a running-hiking hybrid like the PeakFreak can receive.
A newbie-friendly board, a watch that knows the tides, and other essential gear for the paddler on your list.
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Because great adventures start with dependable kicks.
Always getting in and out of the water? This true land/water hybrid has a layer of mesh sandwiched in the sole that drains water like a sieve. Bonus: An antimicrobial treatment helps fight funk. teva.com…
Great traction isn’t limited to the Kailua’s sole. When I was tromping around the jungles of Panama, the combination of overlapping Velcro straps and a grippy footbed kept my wet feet firmly and snugly in place. columbia.com…
This is the first amphibian from running powerhouse NB. Portholes allow water and sand to drain, and a Vibram sole doggedly grips rocky terrain. newbalance.com…
Sperry partnered with the U.S. Sailing Team to create a per-formance racing bootie. Interior mesh panels allow the ankle-high neoprene to drain quickly, while a removable internal toe thong adds extra control on slick surfaces. sperrytopsider.com…
Grand Canyon river guides spoke, and Teva listened. The result: supersticky footbeds, secure ankle straps, lightweight and simple buckles, and rugged rubber soles. teva.com…
If some Chacos and Crocs had a love child, it might look like the Tikali. The nubuck leather lends a touch of class on land, while the Velcro keeps them securely on your feet in the drink. crocs.com…
The Vapor’s lightweight plastic upper protects your feet from all things pokey or prickly, but thanks to a foldable heel, it also converts to slipper mode. The only downside: The plastic isn’t very breathable. merrell.com …
These synthetic hybrids aren’t just comfortable to pad around in; they also cinch down tight, via a one-pull lacing system, for fording fast waters and hiking moderate trails. ecco.com…
Cross a rubber tire with a sandal and you get this cool beast. A pull-through cord snugs each “rib” (actually made with EVA plastic foam) down like a clamp for great stability. www.mionfootwear.com…
The hiking-boot mainstay built its classic arch support into these shoes. Tiny perforations in the toe allow water to escape, while the mesh blocks grit. hi-tec.com…
Waffling between a shoe and a sandal? The H2’s blend of protection, support, and air conditioning make it the perfect compromise. Just don’t expect to slip into it like a flip-flop. www.keenfootwear.com…
Two reasons we rarely took these off: One, the bamboo-lined uppers are extremely fast-drying and comfy. Two, thanks to the collapsible heel and quick-lace system, you can wear them as slides or true stay-on-your-feet water shoes. salomonsports.com…
During portages, the Centurio’s Vibram sole stuck to slick rocks. Soft neoprene lining feels great against bare skin and protects your foot topside. www.lowaboots.com…
OK, so they cost five times more than gas-station flip-flops. They’re worth it. The Chaco Flip uses a low-profile, ergonomic footbed that gives you just as much arch support as a good pair of running shoes. Plus, the sole is made out of 25 percent recycled rubber.
Monofilament-nylon webbing keeps your foot straitjacket snug when you’re in water all day. The quick-release heel buckle is smart—if potentially breakable. www.teva.com…
These four-mil neoprene booties are as burly as the steep granite gorge in the Sierra after which they’re named. Supersoft sticky rubber makes them grip the rocks on tough portages; a low-profile fit makes them comfy in your kayak. teva.com…
Get a performance fit without a river-guide vibe. Waterproof leather and an antimicrobial footbed raise the price but come in handy on vacation in, say, the Yucat獺n. www.eccousa.com…