TevaWomen's W Terra Fi Lite Hiking Sandals
P**1
Quality downgrade has ruined these sandals
I have worn Teva sandals for over 20 years. Ok they used to be more expensive, but worth it for the quality! Always comfortable and UK sizing a perfect fit. Unfortunately my last good pair purchased in December 2017 were stolen whilst travelling. As soon as I received the replacement (same product style) in February 2019 the change in quality was striking. This version has been made using much cheaper materials and the strap design pushes my foot over the front of the sandal, so the sizing has changed also. The inner comfort layer of the sandal is clearly not suede as it used to be and the underside of the straps is scratchy, again inferior material to previous versions, which used to be soft against skin and comfortable from first wear, never a blister. Why ruin a good product? Teva was always such a reliable brand and I now will never buy again. I had to return these sandals and am now on the hunt for a sandal as good as the original Teva.....
P**1
Not as good as they used to be.....
I bought these to replace my loyal old pair of tevas which I have worn and loved for the past decade. I bought exactly the same size, and the closest fit to my old pair which are soooo comfortable I have literally worn them till they fell apart. Sadly the fit and quality are not the same; the new size 7 came up a good cm SHORTER than my last pair. What on earth teva? Why fiddle around with sizing??? So i have had the bother of returning them and ordering a size 8. Also the two skinny straps across the toes are really too fiddly to be durable, and simply not as comfortable as the older thicker strap with solid attachment. Still a decent sandal, just not really a walking sandal any more, just a generally reasonably comfortably shoe. I don't think I would wear these hiking. And the sizing was just annoying.
P**S
Far too small
I've been wearing size 5s for the past 40 years so I'd taken it for granted that Teva would use the same sizing as everyone else, but for some reason they have created a sizing system all of their own. The sandals looked fine but even as I took them out of the box I could see that they were way too small. When I tried the sandals on my toes hung over the end, so the purchase went back to Amazon. Time wasted, still no sandals, grumpy customer.
M**J
Teva going down
Bought these to replace a pair of Pretty Rugged sandals that I have been wearing for many years. I took the advice of other reviewers and went up a size as Treva seem to have changed their sizes. The new sandals are not as comfortable as the Pretty Rugged. They do not support the feet as well as my old sandals. The foot bed is nowhere near as comfortable. The new ones have a pretty hard footbed.it is a great shame that Teva are manufacturing sandals of lesser quality and with styles that are for appearance rather than good supportive sandals for walking
D**S
I like them!
I'm a size 7-7.5 so I ordered an 8. They are just about big enough. Nice, sturdy and simple with just enough Velcro to go around my ankle comfortably without rubbing, as I broke ankle recently. I enjoy the off-centre bit from ankle to foot strap. There is a comfortable amount of padding beneath straps to prevent too much rubbing - especially good as I have recent operation scars which make skin sensitive. So these are good. A bit expensive but everything is nowdays, so, probably average price-wise. A good sandal.
N**L
Exactly as expected.
These were for a desert trip. Unfortunately, I got some second degree burns on my foot and it had to be bandaged for most of the trip. This slippers were a God send. They are durable and were put through the works with tonnes of walking. Plus, the ability to expand the straps really helped with wearing them over a swollen and bandaged foot.Would definitely recommend.
S**B
Basic alternatives to the original Terra Fi's.
I ordered these Terra Fi lite's as l have previously bought and worn to death Teva Terra Fi sandals but they can look chunky and a little masculine, l liked the look of these better. I also checked out the many, many positive reviews and was excited to receive them. Unfortunately l didn't feel they were anywhere near as good as my previous Teva's. The tread and sole are nowhere near as comfortable, nowhere near the 'bounce' l had before and the sandal just felt very basic compared. The killer for me was the scratchy straps, although adjustable they are uncomfortable for me and so returned.
J**K
Fabulous, Versatile and Comfortable.
I always have a pair of Teva sandals in my wardrobe. They are excellent quality and wonderful walking sandals. The Terra Fi lite have 3 points of Velcro adjustment to get the perfect fit at the toe, ankle and heel. The soul feels comfortable with the right level of sponginess to take the impact of walking. This sandal looks good with ankle length trousers, leggings and shorts. I haven’t had to wash these yet but my past experience of Tevas, even the leather ones wash up well. Love Tevas, there is no other walking sandal to touch the quality and performance in my opinion. I would recommend this sandal without reservation.
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