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Merrell Encore MJ

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 93
  • Total Losses: 89
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #20017
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • This mary jane is neat, easy but close-fitting and quick as needed.
  • Canvas uppers in a variety of colors to best suit your taste.
  • Breathable mesh linings help keep your feet well ventilated and cool.
  • Adjustable TPU strap features beautiful print detailing and allows for a custom fit.
  • 4.5mm anatomical, ventilated EVA footbed with an antimicrobial lining to keep your feet healthy.
  • Merrell Air Cushion® midsole features Q-Form™ technology to smooth out strides and maintain alignment.
  • Nylon 6.6 injection molded arch shank provides support and stability.
  • Merrell Encore™ rubber outsole for superior grip and traction on various surfaces.
  • Slip lasted construction and Vegan friendly.
  • Weight: 7 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 5.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 360 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2011-07-04 05:37:06
Reviewer: Lisa M from Minneapolis
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Has become my all time favorite summer shoe. Wish, oh, wish that Merrell would bring these back, so I could buy another pair. The Circuit Breeze seems like it might be a good alternate, but there's nothing like being able to simple slip a shoe on and off, so the mary jane/mule combo is a lovely thing indeed. Clearly intended as a sporty shoe, but these are toned down a bit (less sport shoe bling), so I have worn them with skirts on occasion too.
Posted: 2011-05-20 08:57:07
Reviewer: Anonymous from Houston, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have three pairs of this shoe in different colors. They are by far the most comfortable shoe I have ever worn. Just came back from Europe where you walk, walk and walk! Couldn't have done it without my Merrells. Love you! My sister bought two pair and thanked me for turning her onto Merrell. Really good for old feet.
Posted: 2011-05-19 20:37:53
Reviewer: Heather D from New York, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes look sort of dorky, but I still love them! They are very comfortable, even when walking around all day. The heel stays on very well for a clog. They do look pretty cute with shorts. The heel is raised a bit, so it makes your legs look nice and is easier on your back. I wear them walking to work, walking my dog, walking around the neighborhood running errands.
Posted: 2010-12-28 15:58:56
Reviewer: Anonymous from Boston, Ma
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought these for my mom (a nurse on her feet all day). She loves them and can't believe she went so long without trying Merrells. Highly recommend.
Posted: 2010-11-11 10:51:27
Reviewer: Anonymous from Chicago
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is my second pair of this exact shoe. Even though they never wear out I had to have a spare! Three friends have bought these after trying mine on. They are cushioned and comfortable and go with anything.
Posted: 2010-11-06 19:29:31
Reviewer: JB i from Franklin, TN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Cute, comfy, and have worn them to work close to every day for over a year. I think they're losing some "cush" but nothing handles my 14 hour days on my feet like these. Not Danskos, not Crocs, Keens are close but no cigar. Fantastic shoe.
Posted: 2010-10-18 18:49:56
Reviewer: Anonymous from Tucson, AZ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are a great alternative to athletic type shoes and sandals. I live in Tucson AZ but my feet stay cool when I wear the Merrell Encore shoes. I have wide feet but these fit perfectly. I already had this style in black and wanted another pair in a light color. The shoes arrived quickly and the Zappos service was great.
Posted: 2010-10-10 13:13:06
Reviewer: Anonymous from san diego
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are my all time favorite shoes. I have them in black too. I go for comfort but these look really cute too.
Posted: 2010-10-07 08:38:11
Reviewer: Anonymous from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are for my Mom who has Alhzeimers and they are great for her.. easy in and out with great comfort...true to size and adorable!
Posted: 2010-10-04 08:21:37
Reviewer: Heather from Richmond, VA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great, super-comfortable shoe! I get comments on them all the time. I have four pairs in different colors and wear them frequently. They've held up very well with the exception of the fabric of the footliner which is starting to separate after a year of heavy use. I even wore them hiking in the Rockies for four hours after the lacing mechanism on my regular hiking shoes broke. Highly recommended.

Jambu Melon- Water Ready

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 6
  • Total Losses: 8
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #20184
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Enjoy a slice of life with the water-ready Melon by Jambu™!
  • Synthetic nubuck toe box.
  • Criss-cross webbing straps with hook-and-loop closure on both sides of ankle help create and easy on/off silhouette with a comfortable, personalized secure fit.
  • Toe and heel bumpers for protection against the elements.
  • Webbing sling-back strap with inset stretch goring for added comfort.
  • Contoured Memory Foam™ footbed.
  • Non-marking partially recycled compressed rubber outsole that is durable and offers superior traction.
  • Using only 100% recycled, recyclable and re-usable packaging, Jambu™ hopes to contribute to the preservation of our great outdoors for future generations.
  • Weight: 6 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 29 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2010-08-09 06:22:53
Reviewer: Peggy C from East Palestine, OH
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Fantastic shoe! Very fashionable for an outdoor shoe where comfort is a must. Have walked all day in these shoes with no issues. No break-in period. Perfect for rafting/canoeing on a river or lake. Does not work as a "beach" shoe at all though. Sand immediately gets caught up under the toe bed and I had to remove the shoes to continue walking on the beach. Well worth the price. Highly recommended!
Posted: 2010-06-29 18:32:00
Reviewer: Eileen B from northern California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great footbed and very adjustable with the velcro straps. I like the toe protection, but one complaint is that it makes these a little hot and they're mostly ventilated, but not those toes! Also, the toe can scoop up mud and rocks even when the shoe is a snug fit, so you have to dump them out and it's not always possible when biking or hiking through creeks! I'm a teacher, on my feet a lot and prefer a shoe that can go from professional attire to dirt biking all in a day. These are pretty good. Oh, and you'll get lots of compliments!
Posted: 2010-06-26 12:36:02
Reviewer: Linda H from Brooklyn, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love 'em! Very comfortable alternative to flip flops. Good arch support and great traction and tread. Easy on/off and velcro stayed put. Bought them specifically for vacation to hike Zion, Bryce and Grand Canyon and they were perfect for light hiking. Got loads of compliments. Seriously cute, unlike other sports sandals.
Posted: 2010-06-25 05:38:43
Reviewer: Anonymous from Annville, PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Amazing! I love the fit and comfort of these shoes. I have difficult feet to fit. They are small and wide. I bought these sandals over a month ago and have worn them every day. Usually, every chance I get I am removing my shoes but with these shoes. I almost forget I have them on my feet! Also, I receive comments every day wondering where I bought them.
Posted: 2010-06-22 01:54:23
Reviewer: Anonymous from Olympia WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Cute, comfy shoe. Love the way the velcroed straps allow it to be adjusted in many ways for a perfect fit.
Posted: 2010-06-13 08:24:10
Reviewer: Anonymous from Willmar, MN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are fabulous. They have a great footbed for troubled feet. I can walk all day. The openness is cooling and yet I have toe protection. They're water ready, and everyone that saw me at an art festival noticed them and liked them, wanting to know where I got them. Love them.
Posted: 2010-06-12 17:23:04
Reviewer: Anonymous from Greensboro, NC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Lightweight sandal and very comfortable plus supports my foot better than my Tevas. I usually wear a 9 or European 40 but ordered 1/2 size bigger at 9 1/2 and fits perfectly. I plan on ordering more colors.
Posted: 2010-06-11 06:16:19
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Great shoe, super comfy and wore them the day I got them and walked all over the city for 4 hours. No breaking in necessary. Very comfy food bed. Ordered them along with the Jambu Taurus, but Melon had a more substantial and comfortably squishy foodbed. Kind of an alternative to flip-flops. Not as constricting as Keens or Tevas. Though the velcro may not last forever--its only a tiny patch
Posted: 2010-06-10 10:31:27
Reviewer: Brenda D from TN\/VA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I ordered the 9 and 9.5, haven't decided which size I like yet. The footbed in the water shoe, is unlike any water shoe I've tried. It's soft, and gives, and I have plantar fasciitis all the water shoes have a rubberish, hard insole. These shoes are so different, there is actual cushioning for the tender soles of my feet. Thank you Jambu! I can now participant in fun things with my kids, like going to the water park, and not just sitting around watching everyone else have fun.
Posted: 2010-06-07 14:29:38
Reviewer: Karen P from NC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I absolutely can't say enough about these shoes by Jambu. They are so comfy, light, airy, dry quickly, easy to put on. And they are adjustable on both sides. They are the best. I have a bad foot and arthritis and have trouble getting fit because of an injury, and sometimes my foot swells, and yet this shoe and other Jambus that I have work perfectly.

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