OluKai Maliko

I had been looking for a good water cross-over shoe. Something to wear around the water - fishing, boating, etc. - but not necessarily an "in the water" shoe. The Maliko fits this bill perfectly. They're great on wet surfaces and are tough enough to wear on rock and concrete. They're also pretty lightweight and breathable. (Plus they look much cooler than Croc or other molded foam shoes.) For people concerned about the split-toe design, it feels like flip-flop. One thing to keep in mind - I found that these run a good full size smaller than I normally wear.

These are very minimal lightweight shoes. I found them under trail runners. They can work but be prepared for an adjustment period while your feet get accustomed to being pounded. I wonder if they wouldn't be just as good if not better without the split toe. They are perfect for water sports and provide great protection for exploring rocky shores. They might be a little overpriced but they still look cool and I love to see a shoe that isn't emblazoned with a company name/logo.

These shoes are fantastic. They're very comfortable, they look good, and the split toe design not only is practical but it stands out from everything else. I bought these shoes to run and climb in and so far they've been great. Because they're minimalistic I can climb with ease, and the split toe helps with balance. Running can be a little rough at times, mainly because they aren't very thick. But as long as you aren't on a very rough trail or road you'll be okay. The only draw back I can think of is the price, however, you definitely know where that money went when you get them. I understand some people are saying to buy these shoes in a half size larger, but I bought these in my normal size and I can wear them without any problem. They fit like socks but still allow your feet a little room. Overall these shoes are great and people always notice them.

I miss my doe-toe (a.k.a. split toe) Nike mary janes from a decade ago. When I stumbled upon these shoes, I was hoping for a new love affair. I purchased four pairs to obtain correct sizing. Believe it when the reviews say it runs 1-1.5 sizes smaller: I typically wear a 10.5 - 11.0, and ended up with a 12.0. The sizing issue is caused by the foot opening: because it is not a traditional lace-up, you cannot adjust the foot opening -- I was not even able to get my right foot into the 11.0. Once on, they are comfortable and the thin sole reminds me of wrestling shoes. For winter, I plan to pair with toe socks. These will be my kick-around weekend and airport running shoes.