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Chaco Mens Z/2 Pro
min5631960
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Great Sandal! They run a little narrow, so if you have wide feet you might want the Z/2 Uniweep Wide. I have only owned Teva's in the past but i'm completely satisfied with my new Chaco's. the only downfall is that the strap's need to be modified so they arent dangling when cinched tight.
dirty feet after a great day
billy mcmahon
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too narrow
DAVID FIKE
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heel too narrow. i dont have "wide" feet but needed wide model chacos. other than width, great sandals
How does this pro sole compare to the old...
bjo5433399
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How does this pro sole compare to the old FiveTen stealth rubber soles (that you cant get anymore)? i have a pair with the vibram sticky rubber from a few years ago (which keeps de-soleing (been resoled twice)) and it is kinda meh...
Thomas Ogasawara
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It's not quite as sticky, but I'm finding that it lasts longer, it's standing up pretty well so far (I've had them for a little over a year now with virtually no wear)
I enjoy these a lot
nop3755138
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I love wearing these. They are really comfortable once you got the straps adjusted to your feet and when your feet are used to them (the straps can rub and create sores if your not used to wearing them). After all of that, I can't not wear these! i wish my employer would allow me to wear them because they are so comfortable. they also were great on some recent trips in Southern Utah as well which required some traversing on slick rock and rivers.My only suggestion is to try them on before you buy them to determine which style you like more (toe strap or no toe strap) and to break your feet into them before you go on any big trips. I would do it by not tightening the straps all the way, then progressively tightening them as you wear them more and more. They fit true to size as well.
Turn it up to 11..
Ryan Guay
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FYI... The color eleven means that is is the Pro color for 2011, and will only be made this year.. Next year we have 12...
which sandle are the pictures of, the tan...
connor bolick
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which sandle are the pictures of, the tan multicolored ones? Are those Z2 pros or what? where can I get some?
Donald Schmit
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That tan multicolor is the horizon rust color. Since it is the end of the sandal season they are very difficult to find any still in stock. I searched high and low across the web because I loved that color and could not find a pair in size 12. If you do a lot of googling you might be able to find a pair in your size if you have an abnormal shoe size but the chances are not good. Good luck!
Sole pic is wrong!
Ry Ry
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Ordered these expecting the aggressive vibram sole pictured but they came w regular sole...disappointed.
Fantastic traction (and great for rafting/wet-wading)
RockyMtnHigh
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The Vibram IdroGrip sole on the Z/2 Pro is a vast improvement in terms of wet/dry traction. I just finished a several day fishing/whitewater rafting trip and think that the traction these shoes provide probably kept me from falling a few times. Scrambling over smooth, riverside boulders (dry or wet) was easy, and traction was much better than with my regular Z/2's or Keen H2's. In-river traction (on mossy rocks) was as good as it gets for a non-studded shoe. Chacos provide good arch support, and the strap allows you to have the sandals as tight or loose as is comfortable or necessary. Also, I think that the toe loop of the Z/2 provides quite a bit more stability than you have with the Z/1.
In short, this is an excellent shoe if you are in and out of water, or do hiking that involves some scrambling (where traction is very important). However, it is a marking sole, and can wear down fairly quickly. So if you are just wanting a sandal for everyday use (or casual hikes), the Pro sole probably isn't necessary.
A dream come true
Zach
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I love my chacos i never ever go anywhere without them. From the roughest white water to climbing free hand to sunday morning church services these things take me anywhere and everywhere i want to go. If you dont have a good pair of shoes and dont mind the price get these shoes asap!! The chaco z/2 unaweep pro are your best choice, even though they are only a little more than the standard they perform better.
I know that chacos can be resoled, but...
Zach
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I know that chacos can be resoled, but where exactly do you send them to get resole?
Mitch
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ReChaco and Warranty
c/o Wolverine World Wide, Inc
9343 Courtland Dr. NE
Rockford, MI. 49351
For all information about Chaco resoling check out their page:
https://www.chacousa.com/US/en-US/Secure/Static/Repair.mvc.aspx
z/2 pro
col3685495
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the new soul they have on this sandal has to be the best thing i have ever had for the river. i guide on the ocoee river and no matter in or out of the raft they hold grip. i can't tell you how many time they have kept me in the raft, or how much easier it is to run around in the raft with these.
I'm trying to decide what size Z2's to...
how3929398
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I'm trying to decide what size Z2's to order. I wear a size 9EEE dress shoe and usually buy a size 10 for sneakers and boots. Do the Z2's run large and/or wide?
Thanks
col3685495
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i just got a pair and i wear 10 in everything. so i got 10's and they fit amazing.
RockyMtnHigh
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Width isn't that much of an issue, because of the strap configuration (and adjustability). In terms of length, they do fit pretty much true-to-size.
DAVID FIKE
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be careful about the heal width. its narrow and the footbed has upward facing nubs where straps exit that can cause blisters
Chacos in Bull of the Woods Wilderness
Jason Fox
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was a bit cool, around 40F, but the Chacos are still my go to footwear for most trails, especially when making frequent stream crossings. From Missouri to Oregon my Chacos have been over 250 miles this summer and I have loved every step in these.
Foot heaven
Jesse Russell
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Absolutely the most comfortable show I have ever worn.
Is the Z/2 Unaweep Pro heavier or lighter...
pm492429
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Is the Z/2 Unaweep Pro heavier or lighter than the the standard Z/2 Unaweep?
RockyMtnHigh
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From what I can tell, the weight appears to be similar: 29 oz for a pair of size 9's for both the Z/2 Pro and regular model. The older Z/2's (from several years ago) are about 3 oz heavier.
badlivers01966198
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so it's lighter...
Chacos over Yaquina Head - Oregon
Jason Fox
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Chacos are great for coastal hikes, though be careful not to let sand fall in underneath the straps it can make it difficult to adjust the straps and is a pain to clean out of there.
Great Sandals
Mauricio Carneiro
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Great sandal, awesome for hiking. The vibram sole makes a big difference. I like the fit, although it's not perfect. The sandal tends to loosen up after a few hours but it's just a matter of pulling the strap tighter and keep going. Also the strap is kinda too long so it's always hanging and dragging on the floor. Those are minor issues, so I'm still voting 4 stars because I use these all the time, both for hiking and to work. Great product.
BOMB
Anonymous
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Awesome! i liked these better than the z2x's i had. one strap makes life so much easier and the sole is AWESOME. i was in the boundary waters and never slipped once. great for getting in and out during portages.
Chacos
Davis Meschke
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best shoes I've ever worn.period.once you tighten them to fit your foot they feel like a dream.you can use them to kayak, hike, canoe, whatever.def the best shoe i've ever worn.gotten them resoled once since i got em 2 years ago and theyre still going.easily 5 stars.i'd give it 7.
Agnius
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I am on my second "non pro" pair of Chacos, I wear them every day here in SoCal.
First pair had skinnier straps and strap started fraying in the back. REI replaced them with another pair.
After 3 years of continuous use, the back of the sole is worn out, and they developed quite a stench. I have tried soaking them in bleach solution which helps to an extent. Although the straps still have a quite a bit of life in them, bad odor is quite a hassle.
The smell is strongest where the straps come out from the strap holes, so I presume that's where the bacterial colony resides. Antimicrobial compound in the future shoes is suggested. Otherwise they are quite perfect for my use.
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Mitch
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