TLDR: Despite some apparent changes to materials and construction quality over the past several years, these are still the best sandal out there for hiking, river activities, and generally looking stylish around town.

I would have given my first pair of Chacos 11 stars if they’d let me. I had them for 7 years and they showed no sign of wearing out, and thanks to the ultra-adjustable straps they fit my narrow foot like a glove. The straps felt durable and the soles were solid. Fast forward to July, 2018 and I left my trusty kicks alone in the dirt and drove off, never to see them again. If you’re out there old friends, I miss you. I love you. I’m sorry.

I ordered a new pair – my old “unaweeps” are now the “z/2 classics.” I love the pattern and the footbed generally feels like the cloud I’d gotten so used to walking upon, but something is just a little off from my first pair. The straps keep getting too loose, and when I tighten the ankle strap all the way down, there’s so much excess tail I end up walking on them. The ankle strap also managed to flip itself over in the buckle more than once, causing an annoying twist I couldn’t tighten over. All in all, they just feel a little bit less rugged.

These do not grip to wet rocks, wet ground/dirt, or wet sidewalks, whatsoever. Not sure what purpose they serve (especially for such a large amount of money) if they can only be worn on dry land. Only wore them once and ended up injured do to lack of grip. Furious and very disappointed. Wish I could get my money back.

A little stiff at first but break in really heavenly after a couple of wears. Love them!

I really love these!

It took a bit of adjusting and resizing to get them situated but now they are a much better fit. I still have trouble from time to time when the straps slip but I’ll readjust and then go kick around some pebbles in the closest stream to lock them in place and ill be good until the next time I catch a strap on something and yank it loose! Overall, I like the simplicity, durability and functionality.

I am addicted to Chacos! These are my 6th pair- They last forever but I just can't get enough of them! They are comfortable, durable and just straight up THE BEST! I have terrible feet and ankles (I broke one a year ago) so I NEED supportive and stable shoes! These fit the bill to a T. I like the classic black but the designs are fun to accent outfits etc. If you have any questions- JUST GET THEM! You won't regret it. They fit great and have amazing arches. I wear them everywhere. A++++++++

I love my chacos I have them in wicker mandarin and they are so cute! They are so practical I wear them from spring to fall (sometimes even in winter with socks). THey are great for literally everything hiking, rafting, a day at the crag, casual wear. They are so comfy! The only thing that was a little confusing was the adjustment system, but now that it makes sense I'm such a fan!

This is my first pair of Chacos and I wasn't sure what to expect. The color and design of the strap are so vibrant and versatile and the shoe sole is very comfortable. The strap has taken some time to get used to and I wasn't expecting it to be all one strap so you just to kind of work for it, which is fine but can be somewhat frustrating if you're in a rush.

These Chacos are great. I got them in a size 6, even though i'm a 6.5, I have a narrow foot and they fit me perfectly. The only issue is the back heel strap, which is loose, non-adjustable and doesn't touch my little baby heel. However, the toe strap balances the heel issue out, so I still have stability in the shoe. Mine still have some breaking in to do, Iv'e worn them a few times to the dog park, and made the mistake of wearing them hiking. The soles of my feet got thrashed, so I won't be doing that again until Iv'e worn them a bit more. Other than that, they are super cute!

This is my second pair of Chaco sandals. After many years and miles, I completely wore out the old ones. I've only worn the new ones a handful of times so far, but the quality and fit are just like the old ones and I couldn't be happier. The broad straps are comfortable and provide the support I was looking for. Can't wait for warmer weather, so I can wear them every day!

I got these as a gift for my girlfriend. She loves them, like most people that are diehard chaco fans they are her go to footwear choice from spring to fall. Hiking, approaching climbs, water sport use, and daily wear are all perfect for the Chaco. Reason for 4 out of 5 is they switched from Vibram soles, and durability seems to not be quite as good.

This is my second pair of Chacos and I'm in love! They are so incredibly comfortable and supportive. I wear them everywhere, all day, and my feet never hurt! Most recently, I wore them during my entire trip through Vietnam and they were perfect for hot days. I can't recommend them enough!

As the title suggests, I love Chacos! They're super comfortable and perfect for any occasion during any season! You heard that right... I've worn my chac's in winter before....
The best part of chaco's are the adjustable straps. You can basically mold this shoe to your foot by adjusting the straps (there's a handy guide that comes with the shoes)
I also really like the arch support in this shoe. I have a slight arch and that's exactly what this shoe has as well. It's not putting too much pressure on my arches where it hurts and I'm not walking on a flat surface either.
These are great shoes for hiking, rafting, climbing (approach), boating, camping, or anything casual. They dry and clean quickly which is a definite plus!
The only reason I voted 4 stars rather than 5 is because Chaco's used to use Vibram soles which is an aggressive rubber that's super grippy! The rubber soles that they have on the shoes now are still good, but they don't handle any aggressive terrain very well.
I still bought a pair though, because I still believe they're better than other sandals on the market.

I love my new chacos! These are my second pair and they fit perfectly. These sandals are perfect for hiking in all sorts of terrain: sand, mud, grass, water, etc. I recommend chacos to all of my friends and wear them all the time. By far my favorite brands of shoes!

Purchased these for a friend's child over a year ago. After talking with them to see how they were working out they said that they liked the quality and fit so much they bought a second pair.

Purchased these for a lady friend of mine and wanted to share the sizing issue we had with her purchase. We purchased for her originally, these in a 9.0 and they didn't fit right, being too small. She can really wear anywhere between a 9.0, 9.5 or 10.0 depending on the brand of shoe. Trying these on in a 9.0, her right foot, which is a little larger than her left they didn't quite work even with some strap adjustments. Being so in between we ended up getting her a Men's 8.0. Reading the reviews that say 'IF YOU'RE IN BETWEEN SIZES TO GO DOWN A SIZE' but we didn't feel that was right. Going up a size was the right way to go, especially giving your feet room to move. When hiking or wearing for long periods of time incline/decline your feet will swell and that extra space is needed. If you get something smaller you'll be hanging off the lip of the shoe and the straps becoming too tight, etc. As far as the Men's 8.0 it worked better for both her feet and wasn't to wide.



These are great sandals to wear anywhere and are versatile for just about anything as you'll read in the other reviews. Let us know if you need any help if you find yourself between sizes.

Comfortable and great for lakes.

I bought these shoes in either 2010 or 2011, and I have been wearing them for about a third of the year every year since I bought them. Just this summer did I notice that they were beginning to show wear. These shoes have been the most reliable and comfortable shoes I have ever owned, and I have definitely worn the heck out of them in a number of situations: hiking, swimming, kayaking, traveling, and just normal everyday wear. I will recommend them until the day I die. So worth the money and the tan.

Sort version: I like these shoes but if ordering again I would choose the Z/1 models without the toe straps



I feel as solid in these as a decent sneaker. A great option for outdoor activities where you want the stability of a shoe with the freedom of a sandal. While they may be a bit lacking in the fashion category (great for campsites but probably not your best Friday night look) there is no denying the practicality. I didn't order in time but they would have been perfect for my Lost Coast, CA beach backpacking trip.



Compared to the photos I found the heel to be chunkier than expected. I bought the Pixel Weave pattern and it appears more blue in person.



Two small drawbacks

-Despite coming with very detailed info on how to adjust the strap length/fit I had a tough time pulling the straps as described in the instructions. Seems like you inly need to do this once so not a deal breaker but do not throw away the instructions before getting them fit to your feet!

-I have slight bunions on my big toe ball joint and found the toe straps would not lie flat on my foot at these spots.