Reef

Sandy

Women's

What can I say.... I have been wearing Reef Sandy's for over 15 years. I have always worn a size 8 in these Sandy's. Unfortunately, I either received a defective sandal or Reef is making their Sandy's sizing different. I get a new pair about every year if not twice a year. I had to return these because the size 8 was not true to Reef sizing in the past. I would say they were about a half size smaller; my heel was about hanging off the back. Needless to say I am not happy about the sizing change because going up to a size 9 would not work. Reef please go back to your previous sizing.

I’ve been buying reef flops for 10 years and this is the first pair I’ve been unhappy with. The outsole is very very slippery when walking on linoleum, wood or wet concrete. They have a weird layer of fabric glued to the sole that started failing by peeling off after a couple weeks of wearing. This fabric drags and makes these flip flops unwearable. Disappointing because these are my summer staple. They also felt slightly smaller than in years past.

These Reef "Sandy" sandals are about 3/4 of an inch shorter than my other 2 pair of sandals in the same size 11. The quality is also different.

I've bought several of the Sandy style over the years, and I always come back. The length and width feel true to size to me; however, the straps feel looser than I expected. I know as I wear them the straps kind of loosen, but I'm nervous that since they are starting out rather loose how are they going to feel in several months. The sandals feel great and provide nice support. The only thing that is new to me is the soles of the sandal. It has this fabric like cover on it. I don’t remember those on Reefs before. I’ve seen that on cheaper shoes. After a quick Google search, some companies use the fabric sole as tax break when imported. I’m not sure if that is why Reef is doing it, but I’m pumped that I get to peel off the fabric as it comes loose so Reef can save a buck. Today is the first day I’m wearing these, so I’ll see how it goes with the fabric bottom and loose strap if I buy a Reef Sandy again. I’ll update my review as time goes on.

Usually love Reef flip flops but these run small and just don’t feel like quality flip flops but something from Walmart.