'Clearwater CNX' Sandal (Men)

These are a great water shoe if you are looking for a minimalistic-style upgrade from an open-toed strap sandal. They fit closely to your foot with no slop, without feeling tight or being difficult to put on. I forget I am wearing them in the water and they drain super quickly coming out of the water onto dry land. The only improvement I would make is that I wish they dried faster. I am on my second pair and am writing this review because I would be very sad if they ever discontinued this line!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the third pair of these sandals in 6-7 years. The pair I just replaced were US size 12, and although the first 6-8 months of wearing them in the tropics caused 3rd toe on left foot to bleed, that toe eventually wore a patch out of the cloth lining and they've been perfect. When I bought the present pair I choose US size 13. Frankly, because the whole shoe is larger, I don't feel as well supported. I do pull on the elastic laces two-, and one-crossing down from the top, and finally cinch up the laces with the cord lock. Even then the 13 shoes don't feel like I'm wearing "gloves on my feet" the way the 12s did. I'm sure I'd be satisfied with 12 1/2.

Uncomfortable. Much smaller and narrower than my previous Keen sandals. Not much cushioning in the footbed. Feet fatigue from standing for short periods. The narrowness and lack of support are dealbreakers for me. Drys fast and light weight. That’s about all the good I have to say about them.