Merrell Chameleon Cargo SKU #7459464(View on Zappos.com Classic)

I bought these sandals because I wanted a closed toe sandal that could handle some light hiking in the Red River Gorge. I rock climb and I frequently throw these around at the crag. Step on them to keep sand off my feet, toss them to and fro, etc. They serve me well, but I expected more for the money. The bad: durability. The side of the sandal says waterproof. Okay, I felt safe hiking in this in some rain. A couple puddles shouldn't hurt. Then why did the tongue pull ring tear out in less than two months? If it s a loop that fits my finger, I'm going to tug on it. Merrell, these should be bomb proof! In this same length of time, I have noticed threads popping out here and there. I m fairly rough on them, so I suppose that's to be expected. The insoles will need replacing soon if you wear them with any frequency. They often pull out of the sandal when you're taking them off, too. Not a show stopper, but annoying. A stiffer insole should fix that. The elastic tension string does not distribute evenly when you first tighten them. Again, not a big deal, but you will need to fiddle with the elastics to equalize the pressure on the top of your foot. My feet stink by nature and these sandals were no exception. If it's warm, you can smell 'em. The good: comfort and utility. These sandals require little breaking in and fit snugly, especially when tightened. The traction is excellent.