Our verdict
Hailed by a seasoned explorer as a sandal that "solves a lot of problems," the Flintwood from Teva offers instant comfort on summertime trail excursions. Water hiking is its forté, but there's fun to be had in it while you're on a canoe or kayak. And with its attractive asking price, the Flintwood is never too hard to buy a second or third time.
Pros
- Insanely comfortable
- Zero break-in
- Delivers all-day support
- Remarkable grip
- Great quality-to-price ratio
- My feet feel very supported
- Keeps stuffiness at bay
Cons
- Keeps stuffiness at bay
- Not for narrow feet
Who should buy the Teva Flintwood
The Teva Flintwood revels in its versatility and sustainability. Add it to your shopping list if:
- You're an avid purchaser of vegan and eco-friendly products.
- Closed-toe hiking sandals Wanted: A more lasting heel strap.
- You prefer hiking sandals that also cling well on boat surfaces.
Who should not buy it
You're better off getting the Clearwater CNX from KEEN if you're very particular about longevity. There's also the Max breathability in the Teva Flintwood if you want a more adjustable pair to better fit your narrow feet.
The Flintwood's jaw-dropping comfort
Arguably the strongest link of the Teva Flintwood is its magnificent comfort level, and numerous hikers agree. "Extremely comfortable, so I wear them all the time," says one of them. Another commenter boldly says that it's "more comfortable than KEENs."
This generous helping of plushness is also available right from the off. Yes, the featured sandal, based on reports, requires no break-in period.
Wanted: A more lasting heel strap!
Many trail-goers have nothing but praise for the Teva Flintwood when it comes to its supportive sole unit. The following review snippets back their observation:
- "Wonderfully supportive."
- "I could walk all day wearing them."
- "Too roomy for skinny feet."
- "My feet feel very supported."
Max breathability in the Teva Flintwood
Its prowess in the area of adhesion is simply impressive. An experienced hiker says that, since wearing the Teva Flintwood, he's been having "no slips!"
Teva Flintwood: Magnetizing price-wise
There are those who commend the budget-friendliness of the Flintwood water hiking shoe, considering its stellar craftsmanship. "For the price point, these are really great," says one of them.
More than just for stream crossings
The Teva Flintwood is as amazing on the trail as it is on the kayak or canoe, and reviewers very much agree. A seasoned kayaker among them says that it's a "great sport and all-weather shoe."
that also cling well on boat surfaces
Based on reports, the back strap of the Teva Flintwood snaps way too soon. A disappointed adventurer said that it "literally busted open" after only a few weeks of use.
if youre very particular about longevity. Theres also the
This strappy vegan offering is reportedly a great pick for its heat-dissipation capabilities. Because of this, a big Teva fan calls it "an awesome warm-weather shoe."
Too roomy for skinny feet
One of the Teva Flintwood's misses has to do with its overall fit. "It's just bulky for my narrow foot," says a not-so-impressed trail explorer.
