OKABASHIMen’s Eurosport Flip Flops - Sandals

The Okabashi Men’s Eurosport Flip Flops - Sandals get a mixed review after the first day. I wanted something washable, durable, comfortable, and protective from penetration by sharp objects-glass, nails- in case I wear them to the beach or gym. I have been wearing Flojos brand for about a year, and they started getting frayed where there is fabric, and also absorbing foot odors that wouldn't wash out. Had to make a change, the Flojos are done and smelly. So I am trying these Okabashis for price, quality of manufacture [US made], fit, comfort, durability, protection, odor resistance, safety [stay on my feet, don't slip around], and so far they meet most of my expectations, but with two exceptions. The first is size. I wear an 8.5 US men's shoe, so the chart told me to get a Large Flip Flop. They fit but just barely. So a bit tight, like others said, recommend you get the next size up from their chart. The second issue I am having is comfort. With due respect to reflexology and foot massage, I really don't need my flip flops to massage my feet, particularly when it involves annoying little bumps in the arch and plantar regions of my feet. I think those bumps are supposed to promote circulation and function like little masseuses when you walk, however, I have found them to be annoying and distracting. Realistically, when I put on a pair of flip flops, I don't want to have to keep thinking about them constantly. Like, "When will I start getting used to these little bumps on my flip flops ? " "Will the benefits outweigh the annoyance before I decide to return them ?", or "Hmmm, I think should spend the next half hour writing about these flip flops". In the past flip flops were these rubber things that you bought for a few dollars and wore to the shower, beach, or swimming pool. The problem with old school flip flops was like Jimmy Buffet said in "Margaritaville", you would all the time blow out your flip flops and have the rubber strap dangling, incapable of secure re-insertion to restore functionality of your flip flops. So you went out and paid another two bucks at KMart and got a new pair. The other problem with old school flip flops was safety. I mean, if you got a little soap on them, you were going down, along with getting a herniated disk from the sudden slide. Like stepping on a banana peel. Another safety factor with the old school flip flops was, only God could help you if you accidentally stepped on a nail. I mean, right into your foot, regardless of thumb tack, or roofing nail, time for a trip to the ER for a tetanus shot. So these Okabashi flip flops are good for support, safety, odor resistance, and durability. They look very well made, and they should eliminate my concerns about slipping and sliding, stepping on nails, becoming stinky. The price point is very good, especially for a US made product. I wouldn't hesitate to wear them to the beach or at the pool & shower in my gym. I suppose over time, I will get used to the annoying little bumps designed to promote healthier feet. Maybe I should start sleeping on a bed of nails to improve the health of my back. Just kidding. But if you get these, you have been put on notice, you may spend more time thinking about your flip flops then in the past, because gone are the days of the $2 flip flop from KMart. These are a big improvement, just a bit annoying.

Have had several pairs of these over the years for working in the garden. Supper easy to clean just hose off and good to go. Arch support could be better but for rubber shoes they're pretty good. The sandals are durable and also great for beach and gym shower settings. Definitely would purchase again and recommend to others.

The Okabashi Sandal saved my feet 20 years ago and I wear them as my primary footwear. I was born with flat feet and had trouble with feet. When I got older I was developing painful problems. I stumbled across them at a Menard's homestore, bought a pair. When I discovered how perfect they are for me I stocked up, partially because how reasonably priced they are. Plus they are tough and last a long long time. Grade A+ ~ wish they made shoes.

This is my second pair of Okabashis. the first I stole from my husband out of convenience and never gave them back.Utilitarian comfort and support. These are good for my heels with bone spurs!

These appear to be just like my old pair (which I've still using after many years) - so good! Just use them for quick outside trips to pick up dog poo, go to mailbox, etc. Durable

This is the 3rd pair I buy of this AWESOME Sandals. I use to slip a lot with many of the other brands of Sandals. As you get older you do have to be really careful not to fall and break something. When I read about these Sandals for the first time, I ordered them not knowing if they would give support and prevent me from slipping. My experience was great! I am confident of going all over my house, patio and driveway in my wonderful Sandals because I cannot slip. They last a long time but as they wear out from the use, I buy new ones to make sure that my confidence level of not slipping continues. Thanks to the manufacture of this GREAT PRODUCT!!!!

Verified purchase: After reading sample size of all the reviews on this footwear, I found a mixed bag of opinions (meaning personal preferences).For my requirements which were for a heavy duty pair of slides in black. I’m outside 24 hours a day in the summertime around my land. So required a rugged pair of slides, which breathed.These slide have hit the mark for me thus far. I was, and I continue to be very satisfied with the purchase. I read several reviews concerning the sizing that they actually deliver, it is true that the slides are not sized “visually imprint” by inches at all per se, but by the large “L” on the sole indicating “Large”. So just to verify what other reviewers have indicated the size is actually distributed by category (S,M,L, XL etc.), not at all by Inches (sizes)...and so as to share with the community I ordered the size 8.5 to 9 and and the fit was more than adequate...and so you understand further, I were a size 9 truly.This information will hopefully offer a point of reference for future consumers.In addition, the soles are thick and quite durable. There are plenty of air inlets cuts in the design of the flap that covers’ the top of the foot. The design is extremely helpful and purposefulness as the cuts permit the skin to breathe more, rather than all covered in the rubbery material which the slides are primarily composed of.Understanding that if you are completely switching brand and style or design in slides that you currently using or were using, that these may perhaps some getting use too. It’s just different and difference or change is not a so-called bad thing. It’s just different. Personal choice.

Tried for one week to use them in the house and could not get comfortable with the very hard rubber. Arch support is good but the hard rubber is too much to handle. If they had a layer of softer liner it may have helped my decision to keep them.

llego talla muy pequeña, según la indicación era talla xl ( que quiero suponer que es extra grande), y parece que llego extra pequeña. la única ventaja funciono para regalo.

Fits well and feet do not slide out. Will last.

Good sole and strongly built came in a bit twisted from shipping.

Good 😀