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Comparing Sandals for Women

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Pros Easy to adjust, superior traction, more stability than other minimal designs, great arch support, lighter and thinner than other ChacosOutstanding traction, unparalleled stability, many colors and patterns, durable, robust arch supportSimple adjustment, great for wider feet, excellent traction, better-gripping footbedGood traction, secure without being tight, very lightweight, great for wide feetEasy to adjust, excellent traction, robust arch support, lots of colors and patterns
Cons Fewer color options, no half sizesAdjustment process requires time and patience, bulkier and heavier than most, no half sizesLimited colors, run very small, long toes may hang over, no half sizes, toe post can feel aggressive for someLimited colors, can fatigue foot if not used to barefoot walking, thin sole lets debris in easily, loose fit isn't everyone's favoriteHeavier and bulkier than most, less secure than version with toe loop, no half sizes
Bottom Line These adventure sandals can't be beaten, with their combination of minimal straps, maximal stability and traction, and a stylish cute vibeThese tried and true adventure sandals are second to none when it comes to easily handling adventuresIf you love the idea of going minimalist but still need shoes that can keep up over rugged terrain, these are idealIf you'd prefer to walk everywhere barefoot but need a sandal to get you across pokey surfaces and into shops, this is the shoe for youAn easier to adjust adventure sandal you can even wear socks with, though its less secure without the classic Chaco toe loop
Rating Categories Chaco Bodhi - Women's Chaco Z/Cloud 2 - W... Bedrock Cairn 3D PR... Xero Z-Trail EV - W... Chaco Z/1 Classic -...
Comfort (25%)
9.0
8.5
8.5
7.5
7.0
Traction (25%)
9.5
9.5
8.5
8.5
8.0
Stability (20%)
9.5
9.5
8.5
8.0
9.0
Adjustability (15%)
9.5
9.0
8.0
8.5
8.0
Versatility (15%)
9.0
9.0
8.5
7.5
8.0
Specs Chaco Bodhi - Women's Chaco Z/Cloud 2 - W... Bedrock Cairn 3D PR... Xero Z-Trail EV - W... Chaco Z/1 Classic -...
Weight (per pair) 14.1 oz 18.2 oz 17.1 oz 8.0 oz 19.9 oz
Sole Material ChacoGrip rubber Non-marking ChacoGrip Vibram Megagrip FeelTrue rubber ChacoGrip rubber
Upper Material Polyester jacquard webbing Polyester jacquard webbing Polyester and nylon webbing Polyester Polyester jacquard webbing
Footbed Material LUVSEAT PU LUVSEAT PU Molded 3D BareFoam LUVSEAT PU
Midsole Material Women's specific LUVSEAT dual-density PU Women's specific LUVSEAT dual-density PU Cairn 3D Vibram TrailFoam Women's specific LUVSEAT PU midsole
Width Options Medium Medium, Wide Medium Medium Medium, Wide