The Truth About Teva

[@kittymervine6115]

I've worn Tevas for over 20 years. I've had my oldest daughter "borrowing" them for years. She has worn them through EVERYTHING, as she is a competitive kayaker. Carrying boats up rocky paths among other tests. We both have donated Tevas after a few years, as they were still really great and we just wanted a new fresh pair (or two). Also for someone like myself with arthritis that can't wear a normal sandal, they are so wonderful. Adjust the straps to fit comfortably and no rubbing on sore toes and I'm glad they passed the test. I might say go with Walmart for small children that grow out of sandals quickly, but I am so glad to know the money spent (especially when the kids were young and budgets tight) was well worth it! THANK YOU!

[@M_SC]

I wear them out in one summer. I also have what is probably arthritis knee pain so i can’t wear shoes after less time than normal. I still like them.

[@1One2Three5Eight13]

This video is also really useful to know that your next pair of Tevas will be just as good as your current ones. There are so many formerly-good brands out there, where people have 20-year-old items (I'm thinking mainly appliances, but it applies elsewhere too) that will still be going strong after one that you buy today breaks.

[@billybassman21]

I'll stick to my boots and sneakers.

[@spulwasser]

I recently bought my first Tevas for hiking. I have pretty severe orthopedic problems with my feet (basically totally flat and instable ankle etc.) and these were the first hiking sandals that I didn't get friction lesions from after a couple of hours in hot & humid environments. I especially appreciate the wide sole (don't constantly rubb my foot on the edge of the sandal sole) and the adjustable straps!

[@misterthegeoff9767]

As an ex white water kayaker with arthritis I am right there with you. I use skechers sandals right now because the straps go on more securely but the fact that the tevas have arch support is a massive plus point. The Teva soles give me way more confidence gripping on wet rock too that the budget brands I tried when I was a broke student. I once had to climb out of the Finstermunz gorge in Switzerland with my Kayak while wearing Tevas and the fact I am here to tell that story says a lot

[@lauramater4098]

As a preschool teacher, I wear Tevas every day from the moment the snow melts to the first snow. I get some impressive foot tan lines. I also wore them to Disney World and they not only held up to 20,000 steps a day but my feet never once got sore!

[@oshinofalakoju5749]

RIGHT! I recently came back from the British Virgin islands. I went on countless hikes, long walks, nights out - my feet were super comfy!

[@CC-bw2rp]

Whats the model called you wear from Teva? ?

[@CC-bw2rp]

Witch TEVA do you were? What is the model called? Tirra???

[@oshinofalakoju5749]

@@CC-bw2rp The ones I wore were TEVA ORIGINAL UNIVERSAL. Highly recommend.

[@julianrodriguez661]

impressive foot tanline: nice writing

[@dotink]

As others have pointed out, the most important thing is that Teva actually supports your feet. They last a lot longer, and your feet will be happy. I have a pair of Chacos, but they hurt my feet a bit. I suspect they are just as good, but the style I bought just didn’t fit my feet as well. Definitely worth the money to treat your feet well, and invest in a pair of shoes that last longer than a few months.

[@laurenringel8399]

I always buy the clouds for that reason! Softer footbed.

[@SirenaSpades]

Chacos killed my feet too. I had this feeling like when someone hits your funny bone, only under my arch! With each step! I had to stop wearing them after a week, it was very painful!

[@VirginiaGeorge]

I was worried about Chacos pulling my arches but they feel great for me. You’re so right that taking care of feet is important. I have 2 kids in orthotics because genetically they don’t have strong arches, so we have been talking about making sure to buy good shoes and taking care of your feet.

[@polapaul]

Chacos fit a very specific way and are not true to size. You have to try on many different sizes and widths and find a pair that fits the contours of your feet. Once they do, they are the most comfortable pair of sandals ever, but if they are even slightly off-size, they can wreak havoc on your feet, ankles, and knees.

[@malunallena1364]

I recently bought a pair of tevas before going on a family vacation to Hawaii. I felt guilty about spending so much when there are cheaper alternatives but thank you for this video! I felt comfortable wearing them everyday and now after watching this video I have absolutely no regrets! 😄

[@-MaryPoppins-]

As someone who has found her forever hiking shoe (teva grandview, the blue ones 😩🤣), you get what you pay for!!! I say this as someone who not only wears one pair of shoes until they die, but also as someone who HATES shoes, but loves hiking. Outs IDIOTIC for me to spend so much money on a shoe, but as it turns out, it’s been two years of daily wear, and the shoes are STILL perfect. Idk how (I have a German shepherd, chihuahua, and human toddler along with a pack for all their gear, so io have zero time to care for SHOES of all things 💀), but they’re amazing. Sometimes, it truly does all a difference!!! If you know your size, and it’s not changing, please check out websites for deals/sales!! Off-season is the best time to buy, and I’ve bought everything with at least a 30% discount (a lot of kids, so lots of money on THEM, means mommy gets to come last 😂).

[@shinnam]

Don't feel guilty about it. In Sweden, I spent about $70 US for Tivas, have had them 6 years, wear them daily 3 months as year. Do have a it of velcro I need to restitch, but the shoul last another 3-4 years. . I would have gone through at least 2 pairs of the cheap ones in that time. Better quality is better for our planet.

[@koya5001]

They last you for years! Treat them well, with love, and they’ll pay you back for sure with comfy feet and many km of distance walking bringing you to awesome sight to discover. :)

[@bethlouden971]

I have terrible feet in fact I've had 2 surgeries since September. I buy a lot of 2nd hand and when I dobuh new it's nothing fancy but I will pay up for shoes because shoes are very important for me and you get what you pay for!! I paid $140 for some Birkenstocks that Are still in my closet waiting for my foot to heal!!

[@funchik93]

You will be satisfied to know that you don't have to buy new sandals for about 25 years now. They are very durable.

[@mikester6192]

Chaco sandals would be a great candidate for this comparison

[@nomadclan3604]

Their quality went way down once they weren't American made. I stopped buying them.

[@TheHeroPercy]

@@nomadclan3604 they’re still made in Michigan I’m pretty sure

[@WesPerry]

@@nomadclan3604 stopped buying them? Did you have need for another pair for some reason? Mine are over ten years old and still kicking 😂

[@JHabc]

The pair I bought was such a rip off. Not only did they take forever to put on every time, they were so uncomfortable. I went back to my old worn out Tevas just to get relief. Never again.

[@WesPerry]

@@JHabc why would they take forever to put on? You size the straps once and then just cinch them down…

[@dalydegagne1839]

I have had three pair of Tevas over the years, and have found they wore well and never let me down! Also, the grip was really good when walking on wet or other potentially slippery surfaces. Tevas IMHO are really worth the extra money because they last so much longer than other less expensive sandals. Thanks for putting Tevas to the test!

[@wanderlustaesthete4117]

I have a pair and I concur.

[@Mel-pb5xw]

Agreed! I’m 42 & still have a pair from 7th grade. They don’t look new by any means so are relegated to kayaking, etc but functionally they’re still good as new!

[@anima6035]

I have a pair of hiking boots by teva and I LOVE them, they aren't my most stylish boots (they're ok) but they're definitely the ones I wear the most as they are so comfortable and lightweight (some hiking boots are too heavy lol). I spent almost the whole winter in them out in all weather (except heavy rain) everyday and they have held up amazing so far!

[@witchsistah]

I've still got several pairs of 20 year-old Tevas that I bought for $20 a pair at Nordstrom Rack.

[@medranochav]

thanks for this comment. this plus the video have convinced me to get a pair

[@lillyrose6568]

Not surprised that amazon's shoe was crap. I AM surprised walmart wasn't just as bad. Love these videos!!!

[@kcgunesq]

Although i've worn Teva for roughly 30 years and won't switch, I could see a case where you are traveling and lose a pair. Given these results, it may actually make sense to find a temp pair at Walmart if you didn't have a good address for receiving packages and didn't want to spend time driving around looking for the genuine article.

[@goldcd]

Always feel the cheap segment is more interesting (see the same on project farm reviews). We all know the premium brand should be premium - and should get a kicking if it isn't. Then we lazily assume the budget brands are all built to the lowest possible cost and will all be crap - and get that warm glow when we realize that somebody in a chinese factory, ate a little bit of potential profit, to make a far better product than they were asked to. Hope they see the see the review and take a bit of satisfaction (and reference it in future bid responses for a brand trying to beat them down on cost)

[@sarabeth8050]

You really can't trust reviews on Amazon. Most of their "top ranked" products are from fly-by-night Chinese companies who then write their own glowing reviews like the sandals shown here. If you make the mistake of buying one of these products, you get garbage that's ridiculously overpriced like these sandals.

[@beelzemobabbity]

I have a pair from Walmart, they’re pretty comfortable, i just wish the bottom was rubber not foam, but they were only 11$

[@pistachiosandpopcorn7146]

Well I would buy something at Walmart before Amazon. I do not trust all this amazon stuff. Walmart isn't as bad as people think (talking how good their products are..not the politics of it). But I steer clear of amazon.

[@carollois]

I wore my Teva flip flops in Asia, walking 10-15 km every day in extreme heat and humidity and they were amazing. We were walking on concrete most of the time, so you’d expect I had sore feet/legs, but nope. I was super comfortable all of the time. They are the best flip flop I’ve ever owned. Worth the money.

[@elizabethmilbury8470]

Can I ask what kind/version you used? I just got a pair ( The Teva originals ) but was wondering if you got a different kind, like the platforms or the hurricane type, I'm just kind of asking to see how my pair is going to hold up and if I should consider getting a different pair in the future.

[@carollois]

@@elizabethmilbury8470 I had the cheapest kind, the Mush flip flops. They have changes their styles though, so I’m not sure if they are still the same. My favourite flip flops though, hands down.

[@elizabethmilbury8470]

@@carollois Thank you for the info! I looked them up and they're really cute! Maybe i should get them when my new ones wear out lol

[@alexanderverdoodt]

I’ve owned several pair of teva’s. I’ve been wearing them since childhood. They are very reliable and absolutely worth the money. I highly recommend them.

[@pistachiosandpopcorn7146]

And Teva really isn't that expensive either. I think their prices (ok last I looked was two years ago) have stayed almost the same since the 90s. Now maybe I am wrong but the way I remember it...they are about the same. I think I remember their sandals being 50 bucks back then. Sounded way way too expensive to me then but now..not at all.

[@Comet_Teaser]

I bought my first pair of Teva's 26 years ago. I have gone through many, many pairs. I love them for their comfort (the padding on the inside of the plastic on the more expensive models makes all the difference when you're walking miles in them), the grip of the sole on wet, slippery stones, and the fact they still fit my feet despite being 6e width. I'm glad they showed to be better quality than the cheaper versions in the tests you did.

[@Graybeard_]

I remember I was really frustrated at how expensive Tevas were when I was looking to buy a pair back in the early 2000s. I procrastinated because of the price. I still have them and wear them. The straps on both sandals have pulled out of the sole at all four corners over the years, and I have repaired them with shoegoo every time. Over 20 years and still going. I'd say I got my $30 worth.

[@dovh49]

My problem is the padding. I wear out the padding and there's no way to fix that that I know of.

[@visualartsbyjr2464]

The Walmart brand is a bit of a shocker. That being said, I’d spend the $55 for myself and the Walmart brant for kids that will outgrow them in a season.

[@DarkMuj]

The trick is to buy the kids big sizes with room to grow. Plus, having big shoes when they are small prevents them from running around easily, so you can control them better. It’s a 200 IQ parenting move

[@ScorpionBear_AG]

@@DarkMuj Messes up their balance and feet to step coordination, the best thing a kid can do is be bare foot but shoes wise definitely be their size, they can really get hurt.

[@DarkMuj]

@@ScorpionBear_AG dangit well i guess by 200IQ i really meant 20 IQ

[@tcoker0416]

@@DarkMuj Do you even have kids lmao I'd never do this

[@DarkMuj]

@@tcoker0416 … I actually don’t have kids. I’m just trying to make 200IQ recommendations on the internet

[@Seasonal_Soundscapes]

I've had my tevas for years and they still hold up great. They're a bit sturdier of a model than the ones in the video and I felt guilt for a long time spending so much on sandals but they're my go-to sandals, highly reccomend them

[@lisafeldmann9863]

I purchased a pair of Tevas for my back packing trip through Australia and Southeast Asia in 1994. Paid nearly 65$ then and other budget minded travelers laughed as they bought knock offs in the Asian markets. Until theirs broke apart when pulling feet out of heavy-duty and other high test situations and mine remained intact. I rarely bought high end "name brand" stuff then but still feel that those Tevas were ine of the most worthwhile purchases I've ever made.

[@amcstryker7]

I love these comparison videos man. Taking an established name brand and putting them up against some no named stuff purchased in two of the largest retailers in basically the world. I’d imagine the amount of similar looking sandals on Amazon alone is staggering.

[@revolversmoke]

My mum bought me a pair of Teva tirra 9 years ago. Ive worn them pretty regularly. Love thick and hard wearing the soles are strap are and comfortable. Best buy ever. I recently bought another pair this year to continue the Teva dynasty. Good to see an analysis on the sandals quality.

[@westcoastpicker167]

This is a great video! While preparing our home for our Foster to Adopt daughters, we installed hardwood flooring on our stairs and all 4 upstairs bedrooms. Completely unaware of what plantar fasciitis is and how one gets it, I wore socks only while standing on hard flooring for days. Unfortunately, as a result, I developed plantar fasciitis. I was in quite a bit of pain every time i walked for a few hours or more. Being from So. California, I wear sandals for a good part of each year. I finally discovered Teva sandals. They are the most comfortable sandals I have ever worn and have helped me immensely with this issue. I wear the platform (thicker sole) sandals as they have a larger cushion area. I have purchased several pairs to have on hand and always have a new packaged pair for when one of my other pairs wears out. I was fortunate enough to find 1 pair at ROSS for $25.00! I bought my husband a pair and he is now a huge fan of Teva's as well! They are well worth the cost :)

[@bnn9912]

My parents bought me a pair of Teva's almost 3 years ago when they found out I was trying to decide on a new summer shoe. I hate closed-toe shoes so I wear sandals whenever possible, about 8 months out of the year for me. Those sandals look almost brand new to this day- I can comfortably recommend Teva's as a quality product :)

[@deejawhitegrass]

I have had a pair of tevas for over 10 years and they’re still going strong! I’ve gone hiking, to the beach, gone running, shopping, basically everything under the sun. And they’re one of my most comfortable shoes, even more than my sneakers. I might even choose my tevas over my hiking shoes, depending on the location and weather.

[@MsAngrybutterfly]

I'm really rough on shoes, and I am also picky about them, and I own several pairs of Tevas, but mostly the ones that look dressier than the adventure sandals, including two pairs of wedges that you would not know are Teva's that are my "outdoor wedding shoes" that I use for violating the "no heels" suggestion at every outdoor wedding I attend. They are 100 times more comfortable than any dress flat I have ever worn. I have a pair of waterproof dress boots with 2.5 inch heels made by Teva that I wind up wearing walking the dog in the rain because they are more waterproof and comfortable than the Merrells I bought for that purpose. I am not remotely surprised that Tevas are worth the money. This was a good one! Hey if you read this, I have a request: women's steel toe work boots are IMPOSSIBLE! Thourogood stopped making my favorite and for whatever reason the men's thorogood I bought to replace it are terrible, and I am pretty sure it is the fit. Red Wing women's boots are a joke, and fall apart within days. I'm dying to find a decent replacement for my Thorogood double track oxford steel toe. I even wrote them. I'd love to see a women's work boot episode.

[@garethbaus5471]

I don't have any experience with women's shoes (it seems rather problematic that women's sizes don't have many good quality work boots), but it is interesting that I used to wear work boots with a higher heel than you described

[@MsAngrybutterfly]

@@garethbaus5471 That is interesting! A lot of people think I am taller than I am because I am usually either wearing work boots or if I am dressed up I am wearing wedge heels, I seem to find them more comfortable than flat shoes. I'm surprised you would have work boots with an over 2.5 inch (around 60mm) heel though. My men's boots have about a 35mm heel.

[@garethbaus5471]

@@MsAngrybutterfly At the time I was wearing a logger style boot with a 3" heel. They were comfortable, and gave a more secure footing on ladders.

[@snowwhite2709]

My daughter works as a carpenters apprentice/reno, she has had great wear with P&F workware ladies workboots and moxie trades workboots. Comfortable, longwearing

[@movingforwardLDTH]

So happy to see you are getting positive feedback to your question. A few months back (maybe a year?) I posted something similar, requesting a review of women’s boots. Viewer responses were overhelmingly, “Just wear men’s boots!” 🤦‍♀️

[@jeanchapman1301]

I’m on my third pair of Teva’s and each time it gets harder to find a pair as good as the last. 😢 my first pair were Teryx and they were awesome. I hiked through miles and miles of rain forest in Hawaii, Asia, and Central America with great grip in wet conditions. Even the lava rock in Hawaii didn’t hurt them. My current pair is getting worn, but still going strong at 7 years and I wear them almost every day year round (I live in the deep south).

[@verdegris855]

I got Chacos in a thrift shop 5 years ago and was amazed at the quality and fit. I ordered online a replacement pair in 2021 and the strapping was a softer fabric, not as easy to slip into as the pair I had, and sent them back. It's a shame when they have to change a good thing. I wear them 6 months straight.

[@2013FSacha]

The thrift store ones were probably worn in already making them easier to slip into.

[@timvandermey4792]

Your original Chaco was made in Colorado. They have since moved to communist China, using slave labor, and raised their prices! Danya

[@amiyahancock4500]

@@timvandermey4792 china is not communist but slave labor is still bad and leads to worse quality in items and obviously quality of life for the people being used to produce these products. most things we buy in stores now come from sweatshops where kids as young as 4 work for maybe a penny a day, and it’s sad we’re running out of options.

[@hamsterama]

I recently found a pair of Tevas in a thrift store. And in my size, too. I only paid $4 for the pair. The original owner probably only wore them once or twice. The sandals are absolutely clean, and there is no wear on the soles. What a great find! This will be my first pair of Tevas, so we'll see how it goes. The charity thrift store near me always gets a lot of cool stuff donated to them. It's near an upper middle class area, so they get a lot of high quality clothes and household goods.

[@randycook2170]

Wolverine bought Chacos. They moved production to China and began using inferior materials.

[@hotaru8309]

I actually used Tevas for a long time. I live in a desert and they were the first brand that could handle the rocks and heat. They protected me from the nassive amount if thorns on the paths. I'd pull sticks and cactus chunks out when I got ready to go home. I only had one 4" cactus spine get through and it went right through the more vulnerable strap hole. [ They never melted to the sidewalk, which sneakers do a lot. ] After my first pair finally wore out, a strap was threadbare and the velcro was suffering, I tried a different brand and they broke in a couple months. There are few options for open sandals with an adjustable back strap(I have tiny ankles on giant feet) and no thong inner toe strap. Luckily, Tevas are able to fill those shoes and take a beating.

[@hypnagogue]

wouldn’t the thorns still poke the tops of your feet since it’s a sandal tho?

[@hotaru8309]

@@hypnagogue They can, but usually you're stepping on them and few touch the top of your feet. However, it is definitely a risk when walking close to plants, brushing the sides of your feet against the desert and plants. The sides are the weak spot, but I havent gotten stuck there very often. Closed shoes are very hot and sweaty, dehydrating, and thorns can pierce and become trapped inside- that's why you'd risk using sandals. Both have pros and cons.

[@KKIcons]

Did you try Xero? I can't wear many types of sandals at all but they have an adjustable back one. It stays on through all kind of terrain, even though I haven't taken them to the desert yet but I want to.

[@missmojo8779]

Shoes melting on the sidewalk?! Sounds like hell. Now I understand why my blunnies are heat qualified, I never thought about those temperatures!

[@aspen1713]

This channel and these tests are so interesting !! I love learning about the in-depth quality that's indecipherable to the naked eye - like the quality of the sole rubber. Super interesting knowing the different that solid vs air-infused makes.

[@stuntmonkey00]

Every pair of Tevas I've every owned has lasted 8 years or more. And the thing about them is that they mold to the soles of your feet better than some random brand of unknown foam construction, and their straps wear the same way so you know if they will dig into you or not. I just miss when they had more variety in construction. The Teva Zilch sandal was my favourite, minimalist flip flop/sandal hybrid. I wish they would bring that back.

[@SkipperJane]

I remember and also loved the Zilch. I had to go find an alternative when they stopped making it.

[@M_SC]

That’s nuts. I wore mine out in one summer. But I liked them a lot

[@Alex-fh4sk]

dad wore tevas all my life, we live right next to the colorado river and spent all summer long on it. they’re my favorite shoe!

[@l.french560]

I started wearing Tevas two years ago and the quality is very good imo. Never had any problems with the shoes I have from them.

[@jdane2277]

The other issue is the compression of the foam over time. I wear Tevas all summer. I had a cheap knockoff once, compressed right away.

[@cruelaz]

I've found some vintage 80s Tevas on a flea market for 5€ I loved them so much I bought myself a second pair from their current stock and I must say they are quite different. they are the same size but the sole is made from a different material I liked the old one more and the straps are slightly moved which for me gave me two sore spots which I didn't expect after the first served me so well with no problems. it's difficult to describe but the feeling while walking feels so much more sturdy and secure in the old ones. If those two break I will definitely look for something else

[@alicebrinkmeier3153]

A Keen sandal comparison could also be really helpful for summer! My Whispers are going bad after 4 years of service & it would be great to know if it's worth it to splurge on the name brand again.

[@MrsKrikit]

I have never tried real tevas but fell in love with the Walmart ones last summer when I was pregnant and my feet were too swollen for all my shoes. These were the only thing I could comfortably wear because apparently they had just the right amount of support for me and with the Velcro straps I could adjust them throughout the day as my feet were more or less swollen. I got them in almost every color, lol. I still wear them now and love them.

[@MRxSLEEP]

I bought my first(and only) pair of Teva sandals in 1998, for a school rafting trip over the summer. I bought them big, so I'd have room to grow. 25 years later I still have them and love them. I've worn them on every outdoor trip, camping and partying with friends, hiking, walking all day at water parks. The sole is a bit smooth, but they are still very usable and I love them.

[@daniel-lee888]

I love Tevas - my last pair lasted over 10 years and that was with 1 full velcro replacement. I only switched to Xero Z Trail because I don't hike in Tevas and wanted something lighter in the pack.

[@tcoker0416]

How are you liking the Xero sandals? I've had a pair in my cart for about 2 months now. I'm scared to spend that much and be disappointed.

[@daniel-lee888]

@@tcoker0416 I like them so much I bought a 2nd pair of the Z Trails. I am flat footed so I hate arch footbeds (most Tevas these days) so the Z Trails work for me and super light. I did need to ask my shoemaker to grind the little heel cup flush with the foodbed - a $5 fix. The sizing template is accurate if you used that.

[@tcoker0416]

@@daniel-lee888 this is exactly what I wanted to hear. I'm also flat footed and was curious how they were for that. I gave up chacos years ago bc of their arches are ridiculous. Tevas are now starting to bother me. Looks like I'm splurging on some new sandals!

[@KKIcons]

@@tcoker0416 if you don't get them soon they might be gone because they run out of sizes a lot. But you know, you can wait until they go on sale if you get it right at the beginning before the size you want runs out. But those go fast too. I got some of my kids zero shoes last year and really stocked up, so we had a lot of boxes of them under the tree ( having to return a few that didn't work out for certain family members.) At Christmas I expanded to the two new styles. I bet the Z trail is the best. With my adjustable sandals, the only thing is when it's wet or muddy it has great grip, but your feet in the shoes can slide around a little bit when running. So I have to strap them down a little tighter then. The Colorado shoes and the running and hiking shoe are better water shoes in water and mud, but the sandals are the ones I pick for everyday sloshing over the hiking shoe since no problem smelling bad from being wet. I think the sandals and hikers have been going for about 2 or 3 years and that's really without wearing other shoes much ( until I got the new ones for Christmas)

[@kristencomacho3559]

My Teva Tirras are my ride or die. They literally never hurt my feet and I’ve had them for yeeaarrrsss. Taken them backpacking, walking all through Spain, France, Mexico, etc. Never let me down. Great video!

[@purple_neutrino]

Same. I've been wearing them for 15ish years and only just bought my 4th pair. They're phenomenal.

[@burritosupreme333]

I love my Teva Universal Trail sandals! Incredibly comfortable from the get go! Vibram mega grip outsole! Had them for 2 years now and they've held up well! $100 well spent!

[@lonniestringfellow9854]

I've had my Tevas for over 20 years. Have worn them in over 20 states and 3 countries. I've taken them on every camping trip, rafting, and beach I've been too.

[@DebbieMason]

I have a pair of Walmart "Tevas". They're the higher platform style. They're pretty comfy! Glad to know they are actually pretty durable (except for the fire, lol). But my favorite part of this video (aside from the Teva buckle test) is the footwear modeling, haha!

[@okinoboo4743]

Those socks and wiggly movements !

[@nattyophelia7879]

I am a huge fan of Teva as I have foot issues and they do mold to my feet and give me a lot of support and comfort. Not to mention they do last me a long time! I had one pair for almost ten years and that’s after wearing every day!

[@JAMQWERT]

The biggest issue with Tevas in Australia is the sole comes off as the glue never lasts in this country. For whatever reason the glue always fails after about a year. It makes paying extra for a name brand like teva a bit harder to justify. I'd love to see Teva come out with a 'tropical shoe/sandal' line that has adhesive which is designed for places like Australia so the shoes are not needing replacement or reglueing (reglueing also doesn't last long as the adhesive issue is still present). This issue is also prevalent in hiking shoes/boots, but they tend to last maybe 2 years versus sandals. Just good for thought.

[@KKIcons]

I wonder how xero will compare. Maybe you can try them on sale. Here is the same deal where I couldn't get shoes to last.

[@karatheyaroxan6852]

I have worn Teva for over 20 years. a pair last many years, and I replace them with a new pair. I got my first pair as a graduation gift and I wore them daily for 5 months, and they were still going strong. I did pick up a knock off pair from Walmart when I was on vacation and forgot my Teva's. Not nearly as comfortable and nothing in my opinion beats a Teva. Great work on the video. It will be fun to watch more of you content.

[@RJKYEG]

I was struggling to pull the trigger on a pair of Tevas, but then I saw a pair of Teva Sport sandals I liked on sale at Soft Moc for like $10 more than regular Tevas. If you can swing it, get go for the Teva Sports.

[@laraodabas5867]

I bought a pair 9 years ago and they are the best shoes I have ever had in my life. Those tevas have seen many roads and they did great in everyone of them. I went to hiking with them, walked through fast flowing rivers, walked in sea, etc. The bottom started to fall this summer, after 9 years, but I can still walk comfortable with them. I'm going to buy a new pair in a few days (even they are more expensive in my country) and I recommend to everyone.

[@jbinmd]

Realistically, there's < $5 of material in the Walmart sandals. I wonder what they could do if they spent another $5 on materials and construction.

[@paula889]

And less than $5 in the Amazon sandals! The real message of this video is what a rip-off Amazon can be!

[@ghostratsarah]

When you take into consideration manufacturing, shipping, customs, and all the other costs that go into getting those slippers on the shelves, they make almost no profit. Their profit margin is definitely less than $5. They make their money through people buying large quantities of things, as they don't bring in much net profit from individual items. They would have to raise the cost significantly, if they put a whopping $5 into improvements. People who complain about how materials and an immoral manufacturing process are too cheap to justify prices don't realize how many other costs go into imported products. Of course, there are way over priced items made in the exact same factories, MAYBE with slightly better quality materials, but complaints aimed at Walmart are mostly uninformed.

[@marionmarino1616]

Teva’s are amazing. I wore mine forever, thru all kinds of weather, comfortable, the best!

[@jwenting]

Having worn a lot of these kind of sandals over the years, Tevas are definitely worth the money. They last much longer, and keep looking decent even after quite a bit of abuse. More importantly, the finishing on the plastic parts and straps is a lot better, causing fewer blisters and sores from rubbing against sharp edges (something very important that's not taken into account in this test). Even if they didn't last as long as a cheaper one, I'd choose the more comfortable product any time. It's no fun walking for hours or even days with open sores and blisters on your feet from rubbing straps and buckles, and that's something that can very well happen with cheap sandals.

[@alona270]

A very big plus with Teva is the waterproof feature- as you hike you can go in the water with them and also they are less slippery in water or rocks than sneakers

[@Reziac]

Very interesting. I'd never heard of Teva, but I use this type of sandal as a summer work shoe, and straps pulling out is the #1 way they fail. I'll have to give Teva a try. Thanks!

[@solariussolar6632]

teva is great sandal.. for professional use it would be grear

[@KazyReed]

I'm so glad Tevas did well!! I've loved them for decades. They're a bit pricey, but I've had the same pair for 8 years. So worth it!!

[@mlborella]

I bought a Walmart pair on sale for $5... They lasted me three years, and I wore them everyday of summer and often other times of the year. So comfortable. Best $5 I ever spent. I bought a more expensive pair to replace them and honest to God I prefer the Walmart ones.

[@felin_de_la_nuit]

Same!!!!! I've had mine for a little over 4 years now and they are holding up amazing and super comfy

[@zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589]

I bought a pair of Chaco sandals after Tevas, and they have pluses and minuses compared with the Tevas. The soles both delaminated on the Chacos after a few years (lots of walking on hot rocks, tho': not really their fault) - the upside was that I learnt that they are resoleable. So I glued the heaviest duty Vibram sandal soles I could find on them, and they've lasted ever since.

[@jimmccoys5778]

After seeing you rock those with “dress socks” I have to totally reconsider a pair!! Awesome content as always Wes!!! Keep up the good work!!

[@lelaniadam]

I am so glad strops are back! I grew up in them during the 90s. I have a beautiful pair from 1999, still packed away in a box. The brand Rocky was very popular in South Africa, as well as the slip-on type that some surfer brands made.

[@xerk2945]

I've literally worn holes through Teva sandals because I wore them year round as my only leisure shoes (I live in the South), but it took about 5 years.

[@miriambamford6513]

Good to know that Walmart is better than copycats in Amazon. A big fan from London. Love your videos.

[@HFV_Junkyardin]

I would have loved to see a slip test.

[@DonovanJenkins]

Thanks for doing this video. Really good to have an understanding of the price to quality trade offs rather than guessing and wondering.

[@susanma4899]

Very interesting to learn about the "slipper loophole." I've wondered why the outsoles of cheap shoes were so flat and "felty." After trying on a pair or two and almost slipping and falling IN THE STORE, I now always check the outsole to see how "grippy" it is. I can't afford to fall on my butt, I'm too old for that crap. I wonder if felted surface on the TEVAs wears off after awhile.

[@susanma4899]

Cheap shoes also have outsoles that may look "grippy," but are in fact super hard and slippery. There's no give in the plastic at all. It's a no for me.

[@HannahIrene719]

As someone who first purchased the Walmart sandal, and then went back and purchased the Teva sandal once those failed, it's worth it. I wore the Walmart sandal for about a year and a half. They were great during that time, but I actually had to repair them several times to make them last that long. The bottom layer of the sole kept coming of, so I super glued it down twice on each shoe. And the anchor point for the toe strap on the right sandal started lifting at around 8 months, completely broke off at a year and a half. The sole was also almost worn through at a year and a half. I've had the Teva ones for 6 months and have yet to need to make a repair. No ripping at the anchor points, either. I also found that I slipped and slid on wet and shiny surfaces much less in the Tevas. In the Walmarts I almost fell a few times while grocery shopping (shiny concrete flooring). I have taken both hiking and, while they both did well, the Tevas definitely out preformed the Walmarts. I felt less of the rocky ground through the sole, I slipped around in the sandal less, and my foot felt more secure in the Tevas. If you are absolutely on a budget, the Walmarts do the job. But if you want a nice, long lasting ride, get the Tevas.

[@dancechik1133]

My fav campsite sandals when backpacking are the xero z-trail. I bought a second pair last summer I loved them so much. Curious how well those would fair next to the tevas since they are very similar style but $20 more msrp

[@Happy311full]

Thank you so much for this! I have invested in Teva and it truly is an expensive pair of sandals, but I have continued to find comfort and value in them. So glad to see this! We appreciate your experiments, thanks again.

[@nowave7]

Not sure if this is an oversight, but in the pulling tests, the scales indicate the unit of measure to be in Kg, not lbs?

[@jannguyen9907]

hurts me every time to see you tear through these shoes but thank you for doing it and providing a thorough review!

[@drakcheslav]

One of the best things about tevas is that they're super grippy on wet. They're totally worth every single cent IMHO. I want to try the bedrock, but compared to tevas, I don't know if you're getting more than twice the sandal.

[@John-eq8cu]

I wear keen sandals, and I do prefer them to the tevas, but i'm looking for a backpacking camp shoe, and this one is not only very light, not expensive, and now, as clearly shown in this video, very well built. When I saw the thin sole, I presumed it was low quality, unlike my vibram closed toe keens. But now I see that it's all about the quality of the rubber. You really helped me out with this one, thank you.

[@247tubefan]

Damn those Tevas are Combat Rated. 👍

[@aerynventress7702]

I've worn Tevas since I was a child for a reason. I wear my hiking sandals out, as I do a lot of river hiking, so my feet slipping in the sandal puts more strain on the straps. I've tried knockoffs and nothing compares. Keen and Chaco are good too, but for the price, nothing beats Teva. Thanks for putting things to the test, I'll definitely be checking out more of your channel, as I feel it's more more important than ever to shop smart.

[@henroozle05]

I think it would be cool if you cut in half the shoes that Olympic sprinters wear!

[@JensHolstSchumacher]

Apparently cheap Teva beats expensive Teva. I just got some Men's Terra Fi 5 Universal Leather... The straps do not pass under your foot on that model. After less than a week one of the straps came clean off on one side while I was fastening the velcro.

[@og8263]

It's actually pronounced Teh-Vah, and means Nature in Hebrew, just FYI

[@joshainsworth1540]

Oh look we have an incessant internet know-it-all here to correct everyone for validation…….shut up

[@theoquasi]

Thanks bro, for doing this serious review on a subject many people (including me) would not expect such tremendous surprises in.

[@JoshuaCairns]

The biggest test for sandals should be to test the adhesive used because when that fails the rest of the sandal falls apart, which has consistently been the problem I've run into.

[@tracyspacy96]

I have my tevas for the fifth summer. And i walk a lot. My daily steps are around 16000. I have taken them 2 times to aruba where there is a lot of sand and salt. Just recently i noticed that the sole is getting thin. But i do not feel a thing. I have decided to buy a new pair in the autumn when the sale is on. I love teva

[@agninja123181]

I love your content, but I'm worried about this flame test. I don't think the manufacturers really had fire in mind when making these, and I worry that burning these sandals may release some poisonous or carcinogenic compounds that you could be breathing in.

[@CS-zp3to]

I've had my Tevas (a different model with a sturdier sole and leather straps) for at least 4 years, maybe longer, and they are still going strong. I wear them several times a week living in the south, and they are just as comfortable as when I got them. I would buy them again.

[@shelleythompson-brock6412]

So, the take-away is this: Walmart had the best value, but the Tevas did perform best.

[@chevyon37s]

Depends on how they hold up long term. The Tevas could easily be a better value if they last longer. And they will.

[@vantachill]

i bought a pair of tevas up in st augustine when my feet were killing me cuz of the shoes id been wearing, they made the rest of the walk so much better and practically saved my feet on that trip :) love my tevas! great video!

[@tuiguy-williams7087]

I've had my Tevas for 13yrs and they are still going strong! Some of the best shoes I've ever owned.

[@alkiviadiskaminaris1594]

I saw here 3:51 that your crane scale is set to display kilogrammes and in some other instances in the video so the numbers you speak of should be higher in lbs that the numbers that you mention.

[@tonerapture2717]

Good timing on this one. My Tevas are probably 25 years old and I wear them almost every day here in NorCal. Just bought a tube of shoe goo because the soles are coming apart. Yes, the heel is worn down smooth, so they are getting a little slippery, but you just can't kill these things. The model is 'terradactyl'. I don't think they make this anymore. The sole is actually 2 different types of rubber. I'll send you some pics if you want.

[@pygmygiant]

I’ve only just heard of Tevas but they were suggested on the packing list for an adventure holiday in the Middle East feat. desert hiking and watersports. I’m feeling pretty good about spending 40€ on some sandals now.

[@datcrazyJ]

My tevas has gone hiking in Italy, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Ethiopia, and various parts of the US. After 5 years, I’m finally buying a new pair. I love them so much.

[@caitlins.6816]

Tevas are everything. I got my first pair in 2018, and I wear them daily March thru October every year. With a wash they look good as new. My feet never hurt in them even after standing for 8 hours. Worth every penny.

[@mybraineatseverything7404]

You've just convinced me I need to get a pair of Tevas again. Haven't had a pair in decades. I had a pair back in the day; I wore them everywhere, through everything, and only tossed them after 10 years because I couldn't get rid of the "stinky man feet" smell. I loved those things.

[@ozespresso]

Teva is the BEST! Owned them for years and years and never disappointed. Great for hiking in (almost) any condition!

[@kash7585]

Totally gave up my Birkenstock’s for TEVA’s. Love how durable they are and the support they give my feet. ❤️

[@royalordinance]

Stepped off the bus, someone had left a pair of muddy Tevas in a plastic bag right there. Mine now, all pristine. By the way, skydivers use them because they are reliable and durable.

[@patentleatherkicks]

During the "strap test" and the "buckle test" with the crane scale, it's set to kilograms not pounds. So that Tevas buckle at 9:57 broke at 628 lb, pretty crazy.

[@stevec5465]

Many years ago, I purchased 3 pairs of Tevas at the same time. One was a basic model. Very comfortable. These were the squishiest. The next one was an upgraded model, with hard rubber soles. The top of the line was the Sci-fi. It was almost like a sneaker,. It had the hard sole, and it had hard rubber "posts" for the straps. The posts were padded on the inside part. That model was indestructible. At least until the sole unglued from the foam. But they lasted for quite a few years. Money well spent. I wore all of them all summer long. Hiking, canoeing, hanging out, .

[@hollaatthekid1796]

I had a pair of water shoes made like these in blue in the 90’s it was like 1993 or 4. I loved them! So to see these come back and Im very happy.

[@EssHa]

I bought my first Teva sandals in the US 1999. The model was Terra Fi and I used them a lot until the velcro gave up after 16 or 17 years. Bought a new pair here in Sweden, Terra Fi 3 this time. They will hopefully last at least 20 years as I don't use the ad much as I did with my first pair. They are my absolut favorite thing to put on my feets during summer.

[@teresa802]

I tried Teva flip flops for the arch support a few years ago and now I will never go to another brand sandal. They are so comfortable and have so many to choose from! Thanks for the video. It confirms my choice!

[@joem.7621]

I only wear Teva brand sandals. Trust has been earned over the years. They have maintained quality. Buy direct from them to avoid fakes.

[@CanadianSkierChick]

I had my teva sandals for 20 years before the sole started to come apart. Just bought a new pair. I would say they are definitely worth the money!

[@MimiMimi-pk9ib]

My husband has had his Tevas over 20 years! Still in great condition! Worth the money.

[@nataliebutterbaugh1806]

Absolutely love mine. I’ve had them for two years. I’m basically an unpaid advertisement.

[@jenoakborn]

I have a pair of Tevas I have been wearing for 10 years and they are still as good as when I got them. Thanks for the video!

[@ariankna]

I was waiting for this video for so long!!!! Love it!

[@billh.1940]

I had teva sandles for 25 years, used for camping, beaches, over rugged trails,! Hard use. I need good arch support , they never failed. I finally wore them out! I would buy it again. They were advertised as water sandals, for boating.

[@JermaineJagger]

KILLING IT yet again! Ive always hated and despised these sandals lol but yalls in depth dissection and review had such great info i now see partially why they are so popular! Another great vid!

[@DB-yj3qc]

I've been wearing Teva's for decades, currently I have 3 pairs that are over 20 years old. I started using them for shower shoes in Army when stationed at Ft. Lewis WA in 1987. I've done quite a few miles hiking in them and travel. They have been with me and used all over the world. I had to retire a set due to the smell not from wearing out. From Washington State to Florida, Canada, Germany, Austria, Turkey, Croatia, many countries I've forgotten, Kuwait, Iraq. I keep a set in my Jeeps year round. In winter I've still used them with heavy wool socks and blended in. Traveling though Europe most people didn't know I was American.