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Reef Fanning W SKU #7221225(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 283 customer reviews)
$45.95
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  • Reef sandals will always set the beach ablaze, especially with the beachside sheen of the Fanning W!
  • Water friendly synthetic nubuck upper.
  • Contoured CMEVA footbed.
  • Full 360 degree heel airbag enclosed in soft polyurethane.
  • Church key to open your "soda" bottle.
  • Reef icon herringbone rubber outsole.
  • Mick's signature sandal.
  • 7.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 7. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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  • (5 Stars) 90%
  • (4 Stars) 10%
  • (3 Stars) 0%
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Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 55% "Felt a full size larger than marked"
  • 91% "Felt true to width"
  • 76% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 283 Reviews Total

Posted: Nov 23, 2009
Reviewer: Marilyn R from Vallejo, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
These are some of the most comfortable flip flops around! They have great arch support for those of us with high arches, but love flip flops! And the bottle opener on the bottom is a nice plus. These are my second pair of Reefs and I wish I had them in every color.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Merrell
Posted: Nov 3, 2009
Reviewer: Angie C from Peoria, IL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I can't begin to give Zappos.com enough praise for their excellent service and lightning fast delivery! I decided to buy my new Reefs from Zappos, my first Zappos purchase, while staying at my sisters house. They were delivered within 48 hours! I will be a Zappos.com customer for life!
Posted: Oct 10, 2009
Reviewer: Kristi m from michigan city indiana
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Reef makes one of the most comfortable flip flops ever! Not only are they comfy but the features are a plus! I love the bottle opener on the bottom and the other styles with the hidden compartments. I have been buying Reefs for 5 years. My friends and family love them too! \\r\\n\\r\\nAn added plus is purchasing from Zappos. Their team is always courteous and the service is the best!\\r\\n\\r\\n
Posted: Sep 30, 2009
Reviewer: Carolyn s from california
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I\'m very pleased with these flip flops. So pleased in fact that I\'ve now bought two pairs. They are very comfortable though perhaps a bit wide. The sole is less flimsy than most similar sandals, so they\'re great for walking in and wearing all day. Added to that Zappos give fantastic service. I ordered them on Saturday afternoon and received them on Tuesday. With free shipping and returns there\'s nothing to lose!
Posted: Sep 25, 2009
Reviewer: Brenda D from Washougal, Washington
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Always receive items quickly and there is always what I'm looking for! Reef sandals are the best. I have about 5 pair and my friends receive them for birthdays.
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Additional Brand Information

Reef sandals were born from the surf, sand, and the minds of two brothers from Argentina, Fernando and Santiago Aguerre. Fueled by their passion for surfing, and armed with a unique entrepreneurial spirit, the brothers acted on an idea to create a high quality, active lifestyle sandal. The two brothers founded Reef in La Jolla, California, and with $4,000 working capital, some hard work, dedication and some savvy marketing ideas, the brothers built Reef into a respected core surf brand by creating some of the best Reef sandals in the business.

The now internationally recognized company has always blended the cool and casual attitude of the beach with a commitment to nurturing the lifestyle that follows. At the core of the Reef are authentic, surf inspired products that have been worn by millions around the world since the company originated in 1984. Professional surf riders like Rob Machado, Mick Fanning, Bobby Martinez, Sofia Mulanovich continue to spread the word about Reef by traveling the world in search of the best waves in some of the most beautiful and remote spots on earth, living out a fantasy that few ever experience firsthand. Reef is all about finding those spots and savoring every moment of beautiful surf and sand.

Reef sandals have stood the test of time since two brothers from Argentina founded the company. Backed by classics sandals like the Reef Fanning and the Reef Leather Smoothy, the revered surf company continues to deliver the sandals that help drive the sport and lifestyle forward. Reef doesn’t slouch on women’s styles, either! Reef flip-flops are easy to step into like the Ginger 2-Pair Variety Pack, and if you need an extra lift with each step, then the Butter has all that and more. And if you need some traditional Reef sandal style, then the easy comfort of the Wispy or Lucia will keep you covered on the beach, boardwalk, or for those everyday adventures under the sun. Not limited to just sandals, Reef has expanded to an entire lifestyle incorporating Reef clothes, including shirts, hoodies, shorts, dresses, and a variety of Reef swimsuits and Reef boardshorts.

Times have changed, but Reef is driven by the same constant – they’re surfers at heart, drawing influences from a world filled with beaches, waves, and surf. They still stand for the same things that the company was founded on by Fernando and Santi back in 1984 – a love of the sport and the lifestyle that was born out of it. To this day, Reef remains a core surf company with their revered collection of Reef sandals. With authentic and innovative products intended to nurture an incredibly fortunate lifestyle that involves surf, sensuality and a life filled with happiness, Reef and their beloved collection of Reef sandals will continue to thrive, no matter how high that next wave may be.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Sep 21, 2009
Reviewer: Ellen P from Union Grove, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Generally I say that I will not wear flip-flops - that I even hate them. When I saw these on a friend with the cool bottle opener in the sole, I had to have them. They are really comfortable - both between the toes (my issue) and they have a supportive, well cushioned sole. I wore them working for 14 hours this weekend at a festival. Cute too. I’d definitely recommend them!
Posted: Sep 18, 2009
Reviewer: Cibby from houston
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I got the brown and pink, and I love them. They are super comfortable and the bottle opener on the bottom is a bonus. thank you zappos too, for getting them to me soooo fast.
Posted: Sep 5, 2009
Reviewer: Sue S from Woburn, M
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I absolutely love love these flip flops. They are very comfortable and light. Size fit well. I am typically a 7 1/2 but these only come in whole sizes so going up a half of a size was no big deal. They still fit well and I do not feel like they would fall off.
Posted: Sep 2, 2009
Reviewer: Donna O from Massachsetts
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
When I recieved my Reef Fanning W, I was impressed on how attractive they were. The gel pad is very comfortable.The key under the shoe does not get in the way, I haven't used it yet but I'm sure it works. At first I thought the shoes were a little pricey, but the comfort is worth every penny.
Posted: Sep 2, 2009
Reviewer: K H from Chicago
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these! I tried them on at a few places and just had a hard time spending this much on flip flops. But they're so worth it. I don't wear wide shoes, never have, but my feet are just wide enough that they tend to hang just a bit over the edge of flip flops. These are perfect. I'm tempted to buy another pair, just in case they stop making these. And the church key is pretty cool, too.
Posted: Aug 19, 2009
Reviewer: Jennifer S from Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love them. They are my 3rd pair of Reef flip flops. Not as squishy as the Lucias but still more comfortable than regular flip flops. The built in bottle opener is a conversation piece to say the least. I will only buy Reef's from now on and I have lived in them all summer. I have even purchased kid ones for my son, who has flat feet and needs an arch support so has only been able to wear sneakers all summer. He loves them, too! Bought the ones with a built in flask for a gift. Now that's a real conversation piece. I recommend them to everyone!
Posted: Aug 18, 2009
Reviewer: Elizabeth M from Illinois
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love Zappos. Reef Fanning W are the most comfortable shoes. I work standing on concrete all day. And they are so cute. I have black/white polka dots pair, too.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: mion sandles
Posted: Aug 17, 2009
Reviewer: Jeanette P from Holland, MI
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are very cute and attractive. They fit just fine and my foot is a little wide. They Squeak Squeak so much I am embarrassed to wear them or walk into the pool area at my health club. I didn't need the bottle opener on the bottom. Is that what makes them squeak so?
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: FitFlops- I love them . . wish I could wear them in the Michigan winters.
Posted: Aug 17, 2009
Reviewer: Sara I from San Angelo, Texas
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are very comfortable and I wear them almost daily. The only thing I don\'t like is the bottle opener on the bottom. I forget it is there and have scratched my patio furniture while propping my feet. Perhaps this could be an optional feature? Other than that, I am very satisfied. Thanks for asking my opinion.
Posted: Aug 13, 2009
Reviewer: Ellen T from Kenosha, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes. This is my 3rd pair this summer. No break in period needed. I normally cannot wear flip-flops, but with these shoes it feels like I'm walking on air. They also clean-up nicely. I just throw them in the washer and air dry.
Posted: Aug 7, 2009
Reviewer: K l from Wisconsin
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am a 1st time Reef buyer. I tried them on and have not stopped wearing them. Wore them on a 5 day trip to Boston. Walked the Freedom Trail and saw many sites. I never once complained about my feet hurting. The arch support is wonderful for a thong type sandal. I will definitely buy again as this is the first thong sandal I have ever been happy with.\r\n
Posted: Aug 5, 2009
Reviewer: Tiffany from CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I had a friend that had these shoes and thought they were cool because of the bottle opener on the bottom, but I did not like the color. I came to Zappos and found the Black with White Polka dots and loved them. They are the most comfortable flip flops I have ever had. If you wear a half size I would go up a size. I want these in more colors, just wish they were a little less expensive.
Posted: Aug 5, 2009
Reviewer: Lori K from Wichita KS
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I purchased these flip flops for the beach. The added bottle opener on the sole of the shoe is a definite bonus. They are very comfortable, although they are a bit big. But I have a narrow foot and most sandals fit that way.
Posted: Aug 4, 2009
Reviewer: from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Super comfy, this is my second pair in a year. The old ones are still in great shape even though I wear the all the time, even in water. Totally worth the money.
Posted: Jul 31, 2009
Reviewer: Kerri n from pa
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I bought these shoes from Zappos 3 years ago, was the best money I ever spent on a pair! Well I finally need a new pair, only because my puppy chewed the left one. Only pair on flip flops I will ever spend more then 10.00 on.
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