TevaMen's Hurricane Xlt2 Sandal

I've been wearing Tevas for 25 years. My last replacement was from Amazon and somehow I managed to buy a cheaper model than I expected. They were okay but not as comfortable and offered no support if wearing for longer walks. These are like the originals. They've got a thick sole which is sufficient for walking comfortably for miles. Being Tevas they're great in and out of water. After carelessly purchasing cheaper and fancy models of Teva sandals in the past I paid careful attention to their range this round and can attest these are closest to the originals which set them apart so long ago. I will always look to have a pair of this model as they are comfortable to wear the entire summer.

These sandals have a very poor grip on wet surfaces - much worse than any of the many sandals I have owned. Several times I have almost slipped and fallen and once I did fall when walking over wet rocks. I could easily have seriously injured myself and I smashed the camera I was carrying on a rock. Luckily it was an Olympus Tough camera, so was undamaged. The sandals also don't have padding over the hard plastic rectangular strap 'ring' closest to the toes, and that dug into my feet. They are also pretty heavy. I decided to buy another cheaper brand which I am happy with. I would not recommend these sandals unless you enjoy injuring yourself.

Sandals arrived nicely packaged, fairly good fit and so far no major niggles. Only negative points are the heel strap feels very low on the backs of my heels. I'll probably get used to that after walking around in them some more, also the toe strap is rubbing very slightly. But again, this hopefully will be a case of wearing them in some more.I may have to revise my review after prolonged wear but hopefully not!

Perfect. Just what I required. Same style and design as my old Teva from 25 years ago. Only replacing as I have worn out the soles and the velcro loops gave way around ten years ago.Already walked 21 miles in one day on rooty canal paths and disused railway lines. Totally perfect. No rubs, no pain and just the usual covering of road dust you can expect when walking in these. I hope to get another 25 years our of these but let see how long the velcro lasts on the strap over the foot. You have to open this strap to get the foot in.

These sandals are very adjustable, although the straps can be a bit uncomfortable. A softer finish on the inside might have been desirable. My one problem with them is that they smell really badly, from the first day I used them. Even my walking shoes, after 1000 miles, don't smell. It must be the material, I guess.