Walking Sandals?

[mandie123]

Need suggestions for comfortable walking sandals,open or closed?

[Debinmi]

For me it depends on the terrain. Easy hiking trails - my Keen's are great cuz the rubber-covered toes helps with tree roots or stones I may hit. However they don't work well on gravel trails like rail-to-trails cuz the sandals become "stone magnets" and I have to stop to remove little pebbles - annoying! So I use regular walking sneakers for those. On smooth sidewalks, my Birkenstocks are great as are the Keens or Chacos or even Hokas.

[prettyinpink]

I’ve always liked Tevas, but my next pair might be from Xero.

[Leonana]

I like Birkenstocks.

Funny, but after reading this post, I checked my email and saw an ad for Reef sandals. They looked really comfortable.

[warriorprincess]

I really like my Ecco's. Well enough that I bought a second pair a few years after my first pair.

[Sollamyn]

If you're talking about sandals for exercise, the only ones I have tried so far are Tevas and I really like them. If you are wanting something a little less sporty, I've had really good luck with Earth, Aetrex, and Taos. They all have good arch support and comfy footbeds--and they look great! I've had lots of compliments over the years on these three brands.

As for closed toe, I just don't like closed toe sandals unless I can get away with wearing a toe sock with them. Otherwise, my feet and shoes end up getting smelly after a few wearings. I've found some nylon ones at Target (in the past) and more recently online (Amazon) and they work very well and stay mostly hidden from view.

HTH,

Donna

[mandie123]

Thanks for all the suggestions!

[sheepla]

Keens! I can walk miles in them.

[cyana]

I'm a long-time fan of Tevas and Keen.

Happy shopping!

[donnamp]

Originally Posted by Leonana

I like Birkenstocks.

Funny, but after reading this post, I checked my email and saw an ad for Reef sandals. They looked really comfortable.

LOL! I saw the same ad! Following this thread for recommendations!

I don't have any specific recommendations but I have purchased sandals from LL Bean and Lands' End and found them to be comfortable and attractive, but not sure how durable they would be for long walks/hikes.

Donna