REEF Men's Fanning Bottle Opener Flip Flops

Now that I have finally found a pair that are fit right, these sandals are great. The are very comfortable and seem to be a good quality. The built in bottle opener is a neat little perk. Only time will tell how they hold up. (See my update below) So I don't know where Reef gets their foot size dimensions but they are obviously a bit off. To start, I wear a size 9.5 Men's in pretty much every pair of shoes AND SANDALS I've owned for the past 25+ years. It's pretty consistent. I could probably wear a 10 in some brands, but 9.5 usually works once worn in some. Based upon numerous reviews on here, these sandals run small and people recommended ordering a size up, so I did. Holy crap the size 10 sandals were enormous, I put my foot in them and the amount of sandal sticking out passed my heel could likely be considered a reversed swim flipper. No lie, it was at least 2 inches passed the back of my foot. The strap placement and toe area were close to correct, but still too large. Figuring this was a fluke of some kind, I then ordered a size 9. Guess what, the size 9s are EVEN BIGGER than the 10s were, by a good half inch. It made absolutely no sense. I've already returned the 10s, so I can't take a comparison photo at this point, but the 10's were a solid half inch shorter than the 9s. Someone please explain that. So I tried wearing the 9s around the house a couple days to see if I could get used to them, but I just couldn't. It was like a never ending flat tire risk with those things. I would have to walk 4 feet in front of someone to avoid getting tripped up. So finally, I ordered a set of size 8s, which in theory should be WAY too small, especially considering everyone said they run small. But they are PERFECT. Perfect toe placement, perfect strap placement, only about a 3/4 of an inch passed the end of my foot. Perfect. Obviously that means something is wrong with this sizing too, but at least I found the size that fits a 9.5 foot. Now I have to attempt the return of the size "9s". So yeah, once you land the correct size, they're great. Good luck when you order. May the odds be in your favor. ***5 year update*** So I've had these sandals for nearly 5 years now and they are still great after wearing them basically daily from mid-May to late September. They're still super comfortable to wear and fit great. They are showing some decent wear on the bottom, but so far they haven't become noticeably slippery. I mean, how can you complain about heavily used sandals that still function perfectly after 5 years? I'm planning on buying another pair now just because these aren't the prettiest anymore, but I'm sure I'll continue to wear them frequently until they eventually give out. Still a Reef fan, no doubt.

UPDATE to my initial review. The reefs after just 3 or so months the air sole developed a hole in the side, so the support on my right sandal was slumping when I walked. I just want to say that, with minimal hassle, the customer support was great to work with, and I got a new pair of sandals that are currently working great with no issues! Still love the style and fit. These sandals are so comfortable and I wear them all the time. Just one side note, they get smelly quickly so be sure to clean them regularly. ________________ INITIAL REVIEW_______________ They are Reefs. They are my first pair of Reefs, and wow I was seriously missing out. I always went for cheap flip flops and wore them out quick, or they broke, or they were uncomfortable. These Fannings are so comfortable I wouldn't hesitate to walk around all day with them. I think it is because they have such great foot support and they snug your feet (without being too tight). I have worn them a bunch in the last couple months, and they are just as new looking as the day I bought them. I will hopefully get years of use out of them before they need replacing. I have the reef slip on shoes (similar to Hey Dudes), and I like them alot, but I actually like wearing these sandals more now. On an additional note, these have a bottle opener on the bottom, which seems like a gimmick, but I have used it a few times at the beach when we didnt have an opener. When a gimmick becomes practical, it is no longer a gimmick. Love the added feature.. Would HIGHLY recommend these to anyone looking for a new pair of flip flops. You wont be disappointed. 5/5

Reef can be a bit pricey, but definitely worth the price. They are great quality and really hold up. These flip flops have already taken repeated kids stepping on the backs of them from walking too closely and the flip flops show no damage where this exact thing has destroyed some flip flops in the past. The bottle opener on the bottom is a cool add and fun little party trick!

These flip flops are a great choice for casual everyday wear, beach days, or travel. They feel comfortable, have a solid build, and the footbed gives better support than basic sandals. The bottle opener on the bottom is a fun extra feature that makes them stand out and adds a little practicality too. They look good, feel durable, and are easy to wear for long periods. A really solid pair if you want flip flops that are comfortable, useful, and a little different.

I am currently living in a tropical country and purchased these sandals with the intention of wearing them for most of the day pretty much every day of the week. After several months of wearing them here are my thoughts. Fit - Somewhat small, at least until they are broken in. I usually wear size 10 shoes so I got size 10 in these sandals. The fit at first was tight to the point of being uncomfortable. After several weeks of use though they have stretched a little bit and I would say they fit me like a glove right now. Quality - Very good. I have been wearing these sandals pretty much every day for the last three months, and though they show some signs of wear, the sandals look very good overall and I would guess these sandals to be at less than half of their life expectancy. Comfort - Meh. The comfort of these sandals in my opinion is just OK. Especially right at first they would hurt my feet after wearing them for a while, but now that they are broken in they aren't too bad. I find that in the hot climate, the wide straps and snug fit also contributes to keeping my feet very warm and somewhat prone to sweat, which has also caused some odor issues. I also think these sandals are on the heavy side which makes wearing them almost more like a shoe than a sandal. If you are shopping for a sandal with comfort being your top priority, I would suggest looking elsewhere, though these aren't too bad once broken in. I would recommend these sandals for someone looking for sharp looks and good quality, but I do find the comfort somewhat lacking. I have never actually used the bottle opener on the bottom, but this (useless to me) feature may tip the scales for some people. If you aren't going to wear these a lot, expect a somewhat long break-in period. If you can catch these on sale somewhere I would say you are getting a good value for the money, otherwise I feel they are a bit pricey. -------------- Update -------------- Since I wear sandals a lot, comfort is a big thing for me when purchasing. Since I've had this pair, I have found another sandal that I would far prefer to this one - the OluKai Hokua OluKai Hokua Sandal - Men's Dark Java/Dark Java 10 These sandals are slightly more expensive, but I have found them to be FAR more comfortable than the Reefs. I have found the durability to be similar, but the OluKai sandals also include a one year warranty, which makes them a far better value in my opinion.

My husband loves these flip flops. Very comfortable. Needed to go a 1/2 size larger.

Favorite summer flip flops - fit perfect

Comfortable Flip‑Flops with Great Support The Reef Fanning flip‑flops are very comfortable, with a cushioned EVA footbed, subtle arch support, and air‑cushioned heel that make them easy to wear all day on hard surfaces or around camp . The synthetic nubuck strap with padded liner feels soft against the skin and doesn’t rub, while the textured footbed and herringbone rubber outsole give good grip on wet or sandy ground . They also include the signature built‑in bottle opener in the sole—more of a fun bonus than a must‑have, but it works when you need it .

Diese Flip Flops sitzen wirklich top auch an einem breiten Fuß. Die Gummisohle ist beim Laufen sehr bequem, weil sie recht dick ist und ein Dämpfungselement im Fersenbereich hat. Leider habe ich durch die Gummisohle immer unangenehm warme Füße, weshalb ich sie nicht wirklich gerne trage. Das war bei meinen vorigen Flip Flops mit Ledersohle nicht der Fall. Schade. Mit Ledersohle wären es fünf Punkte geworden.

A good quality flip flop I can recommend. A bit stiff but they are breaking in nicely.

Great fit, great quality and quick delivery. Product was at my door in under a week

My last pair from over 5+ years ago needed a replacement. So comfy. Try that stuff to get a revelation: you need this! The leather version is perfect!

These are perfect, just used them on a 7 day vacation last week with no issues. Very comfortable and even got them a little bit wet and they dried with no issues. I didn't even need a break in period. I'm very happy with my purchase and can't wait for summer so I can wear them again.