Teva

Teva sandals generally fit very true to standard UK shoe sizes. The brand does not offer half sizes in their footwear range. You should size down to the nearest full size if you usually wear a half size. Sizing down stops the front of the sandal from catching on rocks or stairs when you walk.

Hurricane XLT2 and Hydratrek stand out for their contoured, cushioned EVA midsoles, robust arch support, and grippy rubber outsoles—perfect for tackling mixed British terrain and riverside rambles.

Most Teva sandals feature quick-drying, recycled webbing and non-slip soles. Styles like Hurricane XLT2 and Hydratrek are built for both water and land, handling sudden downpours and stony riverbeds.

You can definitely use technical Teva sandals for long summer hikes on established trails. The thick rubber outsoles feature deep lugs that grip loose dirt and muddy paths extremely well. You should remember that open-toed footwear leaves your feet exposed to sharp rocks and thorns. Switching to closed hiking boots makes more sense for off-trail walking or heavy scree slopes.

All main models feature fully adjustable hook-and-loop straps, providing a secure yet customisable fit that comfortably accommodates a range of foot shapes.

Moulded EVA footbeds with arch support, heel cupping, and shock-absorbing midsoles are standard—minimising fatigue and keeping you comfy from the beach to city streets.

Rubber outsoles, often with multidirectional lugs and sticky compounds, provide excellent traction and grip—even on slick rocks, muddy footpaths, or city pavement after rain.

While Teva sandals are open-toe for ventilation, models like Hydratrek and Hurricane XLT2 offer enhanced grip and cushioned soles for pebbly beaches and sudden surf—just avoid sharp stones without toe protection.

The Original Universal and Midform Universal are favourites—they’re lightweight, highly packable, and excel at both city exploring and active travel adventures.

Teva builds their straps from recycled polyester yarn that repels water naturally. The straps dry completely in about twenty minutes on a hot summer afternoon. Walking in the sandals speeds up the drying process rapidly because the movement forces water out of the fabric. This fast drying time prevents that horrible damp feeling when you transition from a river crossing back to a dry trail.

You can usually wear a new pair of Tevas straight out of the box without any painful breaking in period. The soft webbing straps adapt to your foot shape almost immediately. You should still wear your new sandals for a few short dog walks before taking them on a huge hiking holiday. This quick test lets you figure out exactly how tight you need the straps to be.

The high-density rubber outsoles handle hundreds of miles of abrasive walking without wearing smooth. People frequently wear the same pair of Teva walking sandals for multiple summer seasons. Storing your sandals in a cool place over the winter stops the rubber from drying out and cracking. Regular cleaning keeps the traction pads sharp for your next big trip.

Teva sandals work brilliantly for paddleboarding because the flat soles provide maximum contact with the board. The secure ankle straps guarantee you will never lose a shoe if you fall into deep water. The grippy rubber stops your feet from sliding around on wet fibreglass. Your feet dry incredibly fast once you climb back onto the board in the sun.