Why are Tevas SO Popular?

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Teva sandals are known as the very first “sport sandal”, and since the 90’s they have been growing in popularity both on and off the trail. Today, they’re having a bit of a renaissance… so what’s the hype all about?
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[@sonipitts]

I suppose one upside is that at least the durability of Tevas (and Chacos) means you're not buying annual (or even seasonal) replacements for cheaply-made knock-offs that are probably made in the same or worse factory conditions and materials. Which tbh is probably more sustainable than buying a more confirmed sustainable option that doesn't hold up. Hubby just switched to Tevas after buying (and returning, twice, within a single year) a sandal from a popular sustainable shoe company (local, even) that kept failing in the same place due to insufficiently sturdy hardware fittings. If the Tevas last even a year, we're already cutting our consumer-end "sandal waste" by a significant margin.

[@FutureProofTV]

Very much agree with this! Getting one pair of shoes that lasts you longer is always a plus when it comes to purchasing mindfully + sustainably. Thanks for sharing here!! 🥰

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@Kathywake23]

I garden in the "sporty" tevas and live them. It's difficult to "walk" your way through them imo.

[@thepandaman]

@@Kathywake23 Seconded. Maybe if you clocked a lot of miles on tarmac or concrete, but the tread on my Teva hurricanes is barely showing any signs of wear, let alone being worn out.

[@zsrqpooha]

Tevas are made cheaper now the rubber wares down waaay faster

[@av_oid]

I’ve been wearing Tevas for 15 years. Only 2 pairs for that whole period. Wore the first pair until they had no tread, but otherwise they had stayed together. And they are super comfortable, which is the point for sandals.

[@franciscoalvarezhigareda2740]

"Tevas are ugly"... wow Levi chose violence today. I've been wearing the same pair of navy blue Tevas for beach trips, pool days, après hiking, & showers for over five years. these have been my most durable & versatile pair of strap-on sandals ever & their minimalist profile makes it so simple to match these sandals with basically any casual outfit.

[@FutureProofTV]

Hey this is the same dude who strictly wore garish brewery merch t-shirts for years so you do you 😂 Glad they've been such a staple in your closet!

[@annapoteet2483]

I have a “nicer” pair of tevas that I wear for everything- hiking, shopping, even teaching. My first pair of tevas I got second-hand and wore for about eight years through three continents before the Velcro gave out and I replaced them. I expect my current pair to last at least a decade at this rate.

[@I_enjoy_some_things]

They're ugly dude lol. And I'm someone who grew up wearing them.

[@bantam700]

I've owned and loved several pairs tevas through the years, but yeah they're ugly

[@stefankaiser3354]

If your feet are ugly those sandals look ugly too lol But if your feet are okay, they'll look good. And for me they look just like summer - and that makes them very beautiful! 🌞

[@paigedement3020]

I bought a pair of Teva's over 5 years ago on a clearance rack at REI, paying maybe $40 for them. I am obsessed with them! Still going strong, and I look forward to my "Teva Tan" on my feet every summer.

[@FutureProofTV]

Hahahahaha dunno how we feel about the Teva tan 💀 but stoked you're enjoying them!!

[@pemajansen122]

Haha, teva tan is so relatable!

[@julsduran-buchsbaum8230]

ahahah this is too true, I ended up having to get Teva wedges for my undergrad graduation and later wore them to law school grad and they're my go to wedding summer shoes bc my tan would get so bad

[@theTeslaFalcon]

I bought my 1st pair of Tevas in the 2000s. After 7 yrs of solid use, I put them in the dryer to dry out after a river walk ... and the sole fell off. Unfortunately, I threw them away and bought another pair. I say "unfortunately" because my 2nd pair lasted 5 yrs before the sole was completely worn through. I ripped the old sole off, cut a new sole from an old motorcycle tire, and am still wearing them now 7 months later. In retrospect, I could've replaced the sole like I did with the 2nd pair and still be wearing my original pair from way back when. I enjoyed the process of resoling these Tevas so much that I'm actually considering making complete sandals from "scratch" for the whole family and (possibly) for sale.

[@mpireoutdoors5274]

Yo I'm definitely gluing part of an old Tyre to my sandals asap. Why don't they just make entire sandals from old tyres?

[@theTeslaFalcon]

@@mpireoutdoors5274 1) Some try. 2) It has no cushion for comfort around the feet & limited flexibility. 3) Different materials are used in different places on a shoe then bonded together as 1 unit. Tire : outer sole Foam: inner sole Neoprene: upper Cloth: laces Metal: lace eyelets

[@Saratrooper]

I got my first pair of Hurricane XLT2 Tevas this year because my Birkinstocks were starting to give me really bad foot pain, and I wanted a pair of sandals for hiking trails and/or water activities. Really happy so far, the no nonsense design is just perfect and I hope they can last me for many more years to come.

[@winterprei5979]

Me too! I loved my Birkenstocks for in and around the house, but I couldn't hike in them. 3K max, and the pain began. The cork also cracked quite fast on me (2 years max), and they're not cheap. So, I decided to try Teva Hurricane XLT2 and I love them. I can easily walk 10-15k in them (haven't tried more yet), they can get wet (also a big plus compared to Birkenstock), and they're cheaper. I can't say anything about durability, because this is my first season, but even if they turn out to last just as short as Birkenstock, I would still prefer Teva's.

[@baophan2266]

I wore my on-sale Tevas for three years until the bottom wore out from countless hikes. I loved being able to get them wet during long hikes and never having to worry about wet shoes. Love them!!

[@sarahwatts7152]

I think Levi feels self conscious in his Tevas because he's forgetting to wear socks with them 😄

[@jennajeffries6872]

I bought a pair of tevas when I was in Dollywood on my honeymoon with my ex when my shoes broke, and they outlasted my marriage

[@MagicalMandi]

I really learned about Tevas after exploring the music festival circuit. So many Tevas at Bonnaroo etc.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@zorrokass3]

I wore Teva sandals for almost the entire 915km I walked of the Camino De Santiago. I was hiking in July/August, often in 40+ Celcius, and anything I could do to cool down was very welcome. I loved them and I still often hike in them ❤. Very comfortable!

[@justbeingkar]

I wore a pair of chacos along with a pair of hiking boots exclusively for 1 year while I lived a very active and adventurous lifestyle in central america and I literally wore the soles of both pairs completely smooth within just 4 years. Honestly not bad considering everything else was in perfect condition and I never had any issues. I guess that makes me team chaco

[@kmnews]

I'm partial to my bedrock sandals. They're seriously glued to your feet with their strap design, and they pack super thin. As a bonus too, they're US made, which is always a plus.

[@karinarey6488]

Hey, would love to see a video on Chacos too. I have both. Both the Chacos at an REI garage sale and I mainly use them for yard work outside since they’re heavy/bulky. I use my Tevas for daily use, camping, hiking, at the beach, Disneyland, etc. I also use the Moc Embers on a daily use since I’m always cold in the winter and spring. Sad to hear that Tevas isn’t better, though not surprised from what their website shows. Thanks!

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@granthughston8361]

Teva vs. Chaco vs. Bedrocks! I would love that video. I’m a Bedrock kind of person myself after both my Chacos and Tevas fell apart. A lot of my river guide friends have also converted over to Bedrocks. Thoughts?

[@Bergebis]

The other big thing about bedrocks is that they use vibram rubber soles. OG Chaco's had those, but the new Chaco soles simply do not hold up.

[@cobbler88]

It's amazing how many people on this comment board are river guides and/or regularly hike mountain ranges in sandals. 🤣 It's like the number of people claiming to be former teams guys who comment on Jesse Ventura vids, or the number of pedo sex tourists - I mean men planning to retire to SE Asia - commenting on MGTOW vids. 🤣

[@pemajansen122]

I've had my classic tevas (only 20 euros) for more than 6 years and they're my go-to for the summer, they're so comfortable! The velcro is still holding up alright, though I've had to give it a 'shave' and I superglued the front of my soles once years ago. I highly recommend them!

[@Paulywint]

I love Teva sandals and have several pairs. I wear them all the time in nice weather. I wear them every day from the months of mid March all the way until mid November.

[@bryangrunauer]

I love how subjective "popular" has become. Here in Brazil I've never even heard of this brand, even though I try to stay informed lol

[@leodomingox]

Com o mercado das havaianas duvido que consigo se impor.

[@FutureProofTV]

Hm yeah we're definitely biased since some brands really take off in North America but seemingly nowhere else ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

[@polishtheday]

Years ago, leather sandals made in Brazil were considered good quality. I don’t see them around in the stores here (Canada) anymore but if they’re still being made there’s probably no need to import sandals from elsewhere. Still, I wonder why I see shoes made in Italy, Spain and Portugal in the stores these days and none from Brazil.

[@marianacdpontes]

@@polishtheday I'm a Brazilian who lives in Canada and I might have an answer! The market for exported leather goods from Brazil really diminished as more people in developed economies switched to more "vegan leather options" at the same time that a bunch of the factories struggled with the harsh economic scenario and started to cut costs and lower quality, further impacting sales.

[@katherinelangford981]

I've got 2 pairs of teva slippers I wear for night by the campfire and around the house. I havent tried them for sandals because my Keens I've had for like 10 years seem to be serving me well. They're used when I got canoeing or kayaking (which is a lot in the summer), and for a 8 day portaging trip every year. They seem to hold up well. I even melted them by accident by the fire on part of the sole. Still good. It they have a lot of styles and colours for all ages. I'd recommend them. Almost everyone in our camping group has a pair at this point.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@Kristin_Soul]

Great video! I just got the teva x parks project collab hurricane XLT2 and they’re amazing. Much better support and comfort than the classic Teva’s in my opinion. I got them for hiking, the beach, just outdoors and travel when I don’t want to bring my bulky crocs. I hope they last me 10+ years from now haha

[@MrGatherNShare]

I also just got the parks project collab! They have been so great wearing around, running errands

[@jester209a]

Teva's sole separating is a major design flaw (your pair was separating in the front) and definitely has the whole teva durability argument reached an inflection point in my mind. Last pair of tevas I bought lasted me less than a week of moderate use before the sole started separation. I returned them for a refund instead of an exchange. I will not return to tevas unfortunately despite them being the lighter camp shoe. Chacos have become my preferred sandal as they are significantly more durable and crocs are my go-to camp shoe. If Teva decides to change how they manufacture their soles to prevent the tread from separating in the front, I may be back.

[@sendoh7x]

Never happened to mine. Already had 3 pairs, only replaced them when the sole has worn

[@sbocaj22]

Never happened to mine either. I’ve had several pairs. I’m very hard on them.

[@rabonour]

I picked up a pair of XLT2s a few years back and I'm a total convert - they are on their third summer of very hard use and they are still going. They aren't just my favorite sandals; they are my favorite active footwear period.

[@jeyxi]

How is the quality and comfort of it. Planning to buy one

[@muddy_spaghetti]

I had a pair of Tevas in the 90s while in college. They rubbed my feet and didn't love them. Now that they're back in style I have a pair that I bought last summer that I love. Trying not to buy another pair, though I want to. For hiking, though, I really prefer my closed-toed uglier Keen sandals to keep me from stubbing my toes on rocks while hiking.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@muddy_spaghetti]

@@Mylovelife-pd6pj Why do you ask?

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

@@muddy_spaghetti Just trying to be friends if you don't have any problem with that

[@noo3na]

Bought my first Teva in 2016ish and took them to my Indochina trip and still going strong until now. Even later I bought another 2 pairs of Teva with different style in 2018 when I was in Tokyo bc I love Teva so much. They’re comfortable and easy to wear imo.

[@laureldreams]

i got teva flip flops recently and i love them! the sole is much thicker, has double straps on the side for your foot to not move as much and has arch support!!! unheard of in common flip flops. i think they were £25 on sale. i dont know if id get the normal teva sandals rn though.. they are unappealing to look at 😆😆

[@Isaiahscheel]

I used to be 100% team Chaco because I only ever saw the Original Tevas. But the Hurricane XLT2s are GREAT. So much lighter than chacos and super durable. I still love my chacos but the Hurricane line is much beefier than the original Tevas and longer lasting too. I’d give those a shot before writing off Tevas forever.

[@mrdjmedina]

I’ve been happy with my Keen sandals. All around shoe that keeps you cool while hiking.

[@andreasjensen8451]

I work in a outdoor equipment store. We have had the outdoor Teva Sandals for years and years! The packaging has not changed one bit. The feeling and looks of many of the sandals are also the same as ever. But their popularity is crazy this year!

[@teeing9355]

I still have a pair of original Teva's from 1989 when I was a white-water raft guide. They are more like a pair of Flip Flops, with the thong between your toes and a sandal back. They stayed on your feet in rapids way better than the later Sandle Type Teva's.

[@moblack5883]

This dad just bought some and wore them at the beach today. My feet felt great

[@hobotify]

I bought a pair to wear in summer, because i actually think they look great. Turns out they're uncomforrable, the straps make my feet blister whenever i walk in them for more than 30 minutes. Wearing socks helps, but we all know about wearing socks with sandals. So i switched to crocs instead.

[@bri_ttfish]

I am team Teva. Chacos are undoubtedly great sandals, but are way more likely to give blisters when hiking. If I was spending my summers in a raft I would probably do Chacos, but I think Tevas are overall more versatile and functional for my lifestyle.

[@cobbler88]

True. We need to hold companies to account when they have products manufactured in countries known for often having less than stellar working conditions, like Yeva, Patagonia, etc. They hide behind pretty pictures, vague marketing jargon and social media shills, but If this sort of thing is important to you, it pays to educate yourself.

[@SunnyStarStuff]

Tevas are great! I own a black pair of their sandals for 18+ years, as well as their flip flops for 10+ years... both still going strong. And the reason I got them in the first place was their minimalistic design & that they are vegan. Love it!

[@ekims_echoes]

Good video. Now I'm feeling a need for a similar analysis of Chaco sandals, probably Teva's greatest competition.

[@Fred-zc8lt]

The design has changed since back in the day. The originals started with velcro. The Velcro choked with grit; when portaging my canoe the Velcro would slip. They swapped in buckles... Those buckles lasted 12 summers

[@Errcyco]

When my sister asked me what I wanted for Christmas and I said a new pair of Tevas.. the jokes didn’t stop coming. And.. she didn’t even get me a pair lol. Tevas are great. I wear them with socks, I’m middle aged.. whatever. They rule.. you can do just about anything in them including light hiking. Who wouldn’t want a pair in your backpack?? You ain’t turnt up like me, ain’t on tip like I TevaLyfe

[@purple_neutrino]

I've been wearing Tevas for 15ish years and and I'm currently on the third pair (bought only last year). Incredibly durable and comfortable.

[@FireHawkISA]

As an outdoor guide myself, mostly working with hiking and canoeing, I don't think I could ever wear Teva's seriously. The fact they're open toed sandals terrifies me when it comes to fast moving water or heavy boats. That's just asking for a crushing injury, or getting something caught in rapids. This is one of the bigger reasons I tend to recommend Crocs - especially the ones without holes in the toes. Put on some thick socks when you get them, and get them snug. They'll fit somewhat loose when you don't have on socks, float in water, and are easy to kick off if you need to. Without the holes in the toes, you can also use them in camp reasonably well, even up to easy hikes

[@teeing9355]

I still have a pair of original Teva's from 1989 when I was a white-water raft guide. They are more like a pair of Flip Flops, with the thong between your toes and a sandal back. They stayed on your feet in rapids better than the later Sandle Type Teva's. When I started Kayaking, I went barefoot, and Clipped Crocs in my boat, because they were easy to take on and off, plus they floated.

[@glennsak]

I wear Shamma sandals and they are minimal and unlike Teva, they have a barefoot feel not overly cushioned.

[@Onorine]

I have been buying Keen sandals because I use them hiking in the summer and I want an enclosed toe to protect my toes. I have accidentally kicked things pretty hard a few times and been pretty happy that something was there. I do like Teva and would definitely look into them in the future if I saw a closed toe option that they made.

[@thebowandbullet]

Can relate to shoes looking weird in my size (women's size 10). I hate shoe shopping. 😆

[@dakinayantv3245]

Been wearing the same pair of Teva's since 1994. They're my go to summer shoes since.

[@ChristianBehnke]

"Why are these dad-sandals everywhere?" Because I'm a dad and still have the pair I've been wearing since the late 90's because I'm cheap and they are solid. lol (They actually blew-out YEAARS ago, but I cant bring myself to throw them out or buy replacements.)

[@spare9434]

I've just made the change from hiking and living in sturdy flip flops to Bedrock Cairns

[@macklyn]

I've had my Tevas for over a dozen years and they were my steady summer footwear until... I got my first pair of Z Treks from Xero shoes. Still love the Tevas but the lightness and flexibility of the Z Treks means they are now my goto and the Tevas are more backups.

[@33Jenesis]

I have a pair for maybe 15 years. I haven’t worn them for 12 years because I have many other shoes. I just dig them out yesterday. They are still comfortable and no sign of crumbling. I may bring them to my upcoming 5-week trip because they are light weight, more compact than Keen, and safer than casual slides.

[@jaughnekow]

honestly, i like the simplicity.

[@FastRedPonyCar]

My wife has had the same pair of Chaco's and Teva's since she was in highschool in the 90's and she still wears them all the time. They have zero structural failings. I had a pair back in the late 90's also but I wore my Wallabies way more and eventually the Teva's went missing.

[@jackhemsworth7515]

I've had a pair of Teva Tanzas for years now. They're often the first thing in my bag when i pack for a holiday. Because they're not only comfortable, they're comfortable after 10 miles. and that to me says a lot about their design and yes, i like my "teva tan" feet too. i find it funny, how the entire upper midsole of my foot is brown and then i have a white patch over my toes.

[@marijastefanovic8090]

Love Future Proof! You are doing such a good job here, thank you ❤

[@FutureProofTV]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@TH-eb5ro]

Never thought of them at dad shoes but both Teva's and Chaco's are durable shoes. My husband was more of a Teva's fan for many years. We are both now Chaco's fans. They are sturdy shoes who last for years. I have a pair of Sanuk loafers that I have had resoled.

[@erikapauley7391]

I wore nothing but my tevas for a whole year and a half when I was in the Peace Corps. That being said… when they did break, I tried to take them to be repaired (as was common in the country) but they struggled to fix them because of how the straps go in the shoe. With that being said, I loved them and they worked amazing in the muddy rainy conditions!

[@PabloMelendez1969]

I have a couple base-level pair of tevas because they are so light and packable. I'm no bugout bag survivalist but I keep these always in the car with a fleece shirt and a sarong. The sandals feel a little spongy, but i can walk in them for miles. Great item to have at hand.

[@OneBrokeBloke]

Tried them, but since i step a bit more flat on my left foot, i could not use them. This has never ever been an issue with shoes, but apparently it is with sandals. In Birkenstocks i dont have that issue, but i dont get the hype about them. Comfortwise, i would say Birks are average at best. The Tevas were better, had i not stepped wrong

[@matthewwynne939]

Good timing on this video, I might be going on a trip to Hawaii and was in the market to get some new sandals, and this was a brand I wasn't familiar with.

[@Anders.W.]

I like the black pair that look so good.

[@salvofailla3400]

I knew about Teva when I was doing sky diving, parachutists used them in the hot season even in jump from 5 thousand meters they stay on feet at that speed with no problem. I have a pair now since five years I had just to glue the heel straps because mines doesn't go all over but they still work fine and I think they are cool like coloured modern ancient roman sandals.

[@Sophie-kn3gh]

As someone on a budget, I love my Tevas (got a pair on sale). They are my only sandals and I appreciate the versatility

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@mukkaar]

North Face Skeena are pretty cool too, pretty much for the same purpose, but I think looks bit nicer. Idk if they are actually better, but it's from reliable brand and seems to be constructed quite well. I personally wouldn't use sandals for any serious hiking or running, even if it's made for it.

[@kaw8473]

Bought some at a yard sale and nearly died when the front folded under itself. They are very flexible, which translates to the toe catching on things when you go to step over something or encounter a crack in the sidewalk.

[@rolanddenzel-authorcoach]

I wear Xero Shoes sandals (and other shoes). They are based in Colorado, and a minimal shoe design (I.e., flatter and more like being barefoot, but with sole protection).

[@rita2506]

I have Tevas which are about >5 years old. They are definitely durable and have a lot of life left in them. We definitely bought the more outdoor / ugly ones. I would like to try a pair of Chacos for a bit more “style” - and am curious - but I might have to check out the Teva lines first.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@hazelnuts23]

Never heard about this brand in Malaysia either. We have Crocs and Fipper

[@snakedoktor6020]

Congrats to the team for yet another excellent video. Levi, I noticed you weren't holding your mic during the ad, which seemed to kind of be your thing. What gives? Keep up the awesome job!

[@jasonesposito5606]

Been a loyal teva fans since 1991. On my fifth pair. They hold up. I even enjoy the non sandles sneaker type by them. Great video

[@lynnettefranks]

I did an Amazon Prime "try before yoy buy" of a variety of Tevas and Chacos. My experience was that Tevas were much more comfortable. I also chose a different style of Teva that, although it turned out to be cuter than the original design, it was also the most comfortable. So, it ended up being a win-win for me--cute AND comfortable!!

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@Thanos88888]

I really don't understand the "Tevas are ugly" claim. What is it that makes them ugly? Aren't flip flops, boots, runners, high heels, etc all ugly too? I really don't understand why people go with useless footwear like flip flops which require you to walk completely different just so your footwear doesn't fall off your feet or have you fall on your face. I've only ever been willing to wear sandals that I can run in since I was a young boy, so I really don't get the "dad style" claim either.

[@megc.9253]

My husband feels the same way about his tevas as you do but he still finds them useful and has had them for years. I personally love my Tevas so much and they do last years and feel like the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. I wear them in public and I think they are cute but I have been told I have cute feet. Some people think they're ugly but I think a lot of other people's shoes are ugly, but I'm not judging. 😂 Also, my dad has never worn these. He's an old boomer and he was more geeky but less hippie. My aunt and the Pacific Northwest I think wore them. I'm from the Midwest and I live in the east. Thanks for sharing the info though. I appreciate knowing about the sourcing and would love to know about other alternatives. Thanks for making great content as usual!

[@katherineandini5962]

timing can’t be better. Thinking of replacing my worn-out hiking sandals with a pair of Teva sandals this summer😅

[@GOdelta2]

The $4MM CEO comp doesn’t ring any alarms for me as an REI & co-op fan given its size, scale, & success. That’s only 10x more than a Google software engineer

[@spaceracer23]

Can confirm that I have two pairs of Tevas that are 8 and 10 years old that both easily have 1000 miles on them. Just did a five mile hike in the 10 year old ones today. The only maintaince has been washing them and a little rubber cement on the soles.

[@dustinsensenig9798]

If you haven't already, please make time to do a video on Hey Dudes. They're really comfy and I'm on my 4th pair. Hey Dudes are all I get now

[@livk26]

Could you do a video on Terracycle itself? Would be interested to hear your research and perspective!

[@FutureProofTV]

Ooo that is definitely an interesting topic, we'll either cover it here or on our Patreon. Either way, keep an eye out 👁️

[@LightSpinAngler]

The LL bean Mohegan sandals are insanely good in my opinion. Great for hikes and lounging around the house. Ive worn them for a year practically everyday all day and night and they are still holding up well. Also not outrageously priced for the quality. I really like that they have 4 points of adjustment including the back strap.

[@krisy-in-italy]

I discovered Teva when I started down the path of Plantar fasciitis maybe 12-15 years ago. I have 6-8 pairs at any one time and they really help. I prefer Vionic for flip flops. Birkenstocks never fit me properly, tried them a few times over the years because I always hear good things but they don’t do anything for me to alleviate the pain nor support my arch the way I need. Good foot wear is expensive unfortunately.

[@vanessaholzmann8911]

Haha, I also have big feet, which makes sandals look even bigger! But Tevas look wayyy better than any other brand I've tried. Have to agree about the durability, though. They typically only last one or two summers (with daily on/off trail use). I'm intrigued by their trail running sandals...now those are ugly, but could give more durability and support.

[@quadsnipershot]

Quite literally as I watched this video my mom told me I needed water shoes for my trip for kayaking. Only shoe that fit was tevas lol

[@ericcarabetta1161]

Yay! Rose Anvil!

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@Sayali312]

I love Tevas, there’s personality so comfy for my feet and I like the different styles

[@deeeno6867]

I have a couple pairs of tevas, but my favs are a pair of hiking tevas that I got a number of years ago from a thrift store. It was before they had their lil renaissance, so they were only a couple bucks since the thrift store thought they wouldn’t sell

[@Lisasplace]

i actually bought a pair on 'fancy' sandals last year. and they offer NO suppored since the design used elestic. Which for the style is great but not for the actual use. SO i bought a pair of 'ugly' sandals (not teva's) and i already like them better.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@chestnutlouie4709]

They are great and last a long time

[@ryeofoatmeal]

omg i did not know this sandals style had a brand name. literally, my brothers and sister wore this from the 90s to 2000. it's their fave sandals 😂 of course they wear the generic brand not teva lol. wow very nostalgic

[@cfrost87]

I used to wear teva's and they would last a couple of years. I now wear chaco's and they typically last at least 3 years before I need to either repair or replace them.

[@Ali0nated]

Tevas hurricanes, no lie took away my joint pain my ankles and knees. Also they are indestructible and so much more comfy than the standards. I have a few pairs, and prob won’t have to replace in many years. I used to wear my birks before my knee injury, but stumbled upon these in a discount shoe store and immediately wore them for weeks.

[@caram6420]

I just had to replace my beloved pair of Tevas after 12 years of heavy use every summer! I have mixed feelings about the new pair I got and the options they're making right now, and kinda doubt they'll last me another 12 years. But we'll see!

[@ToudaHell]

I don't care about the brand but I will always have a pair of sports sandles in the summer. I spent 2 summers without a pair, and that was torture. I like walking in water, beaches, streams, marshes, leech infested bogs, etc. (Biologists are a bit insane.) What I don't like is walking on sharp rocks, submerged wood debris, or hot sand. Flip flops fall off and crocs get water logged. Those are perfect for any kind of water related walking. I even ruined a pair while tidal pooling. No regrets.

[@OzoneVisuals]

Hey Levi & the team, HUGE FAN! I’d love to see you talk about Kane Footwear! My friend has had a pair for about a year now and I bought a pair a month ago for a cruise vacation and I LOVE THEM! They also claim to be very eco-friendly and I know how you like to test those claims! Keep up the great work!! 💛

[@lynnzerben]

I have a pair of Chacos that are over 10 years old that I recently got resoled and they're going strong. I also got a new custom pair with the cloud bed (a little more cushy) that I feel are better for everyday around the neighborhood. I got my first pair in the early 2000's and wore them nearly everyday through out high school and college. I had a pair of Tevas in elementary/ middle school that held up pretty well if memory serves. I just like the overall look and feel of Chacos, though if you get the original soles you do have to definitely break them in.

[@Mylovelife-pd6pj]

Hi where are you from?

[@hiwrenhere]

Was gifted mine 2 years ago by an ex and have been wearing them religiously since then, really my only shoe for a year and gods I love them. I bought a few more pairs after a year of owning the one pair and I foresee them lasting forever.

[@AlexSchendel]

6:56 my uncle's name literally is Bill... Levi scaring me!

[@OctavianGreculetz]

:))) glad u guys managed to get a sponsor eventually! :))

[@user-jk2zm7uq5s]

Shoes which are practical, functional, comfortable and durable- that's rare. May that's why customers like them?! (However I prefer Keen as they protect your toes)

[@AvgBlue]

You said teva (טבע) in the right way, good , you have the israeli stamp of approval We have the Source Sandals (source is mean roots in Hebrew) in Israel and they are really good and comfortable, I recommend you to try and get them if you can they are the The packaging of the source sandal is a reusable bag for the sandals, and person really like them because they use them for Coffee kits and other stuff like small bag for the beach, I use them for my Settlers of Catan game, they are really durable and good

[@liz_violet]

thanks comments for suggestions on good wide-toe sandals!

[@seanpalmer8472]

Been wearing them for 25 years now. I wear mine just about every day (and have a permanent sandal tan to prove it). I'm just starting on my 4th pair this year. In all cases, the the sandals have remained in one piece. The only reason I stop wearing a pair is because the sole gets worn smooth and doesn't have good grip any more. Slipping on ice isn't very fun. Finding shoes has always been a challenge due to my size 14 feet. There's not a lot of choice above size 13 (something like 95% of the shoe designs in any given store stop at 13 from my experience) so I have to take what I can get. So, when I'm shopping, I buy for durability, and Tevas are definitely durable.

[@jessiec668]

I have a pair of Tevas that I have owned since middle school (mid-30s now). One of them gad the sole start to separate, but some waterproof rubber glue solved that. My mom desperately wants me to replace them because they are ugly. I agree they are ugly. Even uglier than modern Tevas due to being slightly clunkier and having that lovely 90s purple and green on black color scheme on the straps. But I only wear them at the beach, which is not too often anymore, so I'll look forward to wearing them another 20-something years.

[@morgant6508]

It is fun : I train to do a 50 km hiking challenge and yesterday my pair of Teva broke on the heel, the tongue broke. I bought them in 2019 I think, to go to China during 2 months, wearing them near to everyday, and I like to wear sandals. And it is my only pair. So... I don't know how much I did ? 1000 ? 5000 ? 10.000 km ? Ahah. And now I try a transition to barefoot, I will see if I buy again Teva (not minimalist but close) or if I buy barefoot sandals.

[@maryjohnson9337]

I love my chacos and wear them just about everywhere. And my feet hurt SO much less after a long walk than the flats I used to wear. Granted, I once went on a hike in my chacos and somehow got stabbed by a branch under my toenail.