Customer Reviews Sanuk Vagabond Sidewalk Surfer
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Customer Fit Survey:
65%"Felt true to size"
93%"Felt true to width"
48%"Moderate arch support"
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Fit was good, I ordered my size and one size up because of reviews, but my true size fit just fine. I didn't have any issues that others spoke about.
They are comfortable, I used them on vacation. The look is a bit funky for me, but they did well on a moderate hike and also on the beach, held out sand better than I thought they would.
Tom, Zappos Customer,
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This is my second pair of Sanuk Vagabonds and while I see many recommendations to purchase one size larger I would caution against doing so based on your use case. I followed this advice on my first pair, purchasing an 11 when I am typically a 10 - 10.5 and found that the cloth material of the sandal stretches quite a bit in the first days or weeks of wear. My first pair, while easy to slip on and off and were only comfortable in casual situations or short distances. In addition, over time as the material stretched they started to lose their shape and look oversized. For those of us that sometimes sneak these in with a pear of jeans to the office on Friday's, the oversized look was not preferred. With my second pair I went with a 10 and while a bit of a tight fit initially they have stretched out comfortably and look better overall in my opinion.
Mark G, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable as a flip flop, but with the versatility of a shoe. They breathe great, and if they get wet they dry quickly. Order a size up. My new fav kicks!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Super comfy sandal. Wish it breathed it bit better, but overall very happy and will purchase another pair when these wear out.
Eric, Zappos Customer,
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Love the shoes so far. Very, very comfortable. Feels true to size to me at least. I haven't had any issues with them rubbing blisters or anything. They are a bit warm though, even with the vent holes. I probably won't be wearing them June thru August here in the South, at least during the day. Love them though. Highly recommend.
Dan, Zappos Customer,
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This was my first ever online shoe purchase. I order a size 9 because I have a pair of Sanuk Pick Pockets in 9 and they are a good fit. The Vagabonds are a tad shorter and my toes touch the end. They are still comfortable shoes overall.
I'd also recommend:
Sanuk pick pocket
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Got the Sanuk Vagabond today. Size is perfect and the fit is exactly what I'd expect from a sandal. Very comfortable and well made. I wore them out this afternoon and have slight arch fatigue. I'm not sure they'll be good on days when allot of walking is planned but it could be that my feet aren't used to the flat bottoms also. I'd buy em again. Well done Sanuk!
I'd also recommend:
Keen
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfortable shoes, but I would not recommend getting them wet often. I wish they also had that odor protection inside the shoes a many shoes (many shoes with Vibram soles have this feature) because they stink up easily and require washing.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoes -
They look like bedroom slippers, but they are comfortable and I've enjoyed the shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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A fine shoe -
I got my Sanuks like 24 hours after I ordered them-amazing. These shoes are incredibly comfortable but feel a little longer than the size 10 I ordered, yet feel too snug when the back heel is up, instead of worn down (which is how I like to wear them anyway). Also, the color wasn't as saturated and looked a little more faded than I expected. But I have to say Zappos delivered and these shoes are growing on me, and the compliments I get ain't too shabby.
I'd also recommend:
simple, birkenstocks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love a Sanuk -
Loved these shoes. So comfortable. They run for me one size smaller than my normal shoe size so order up.
Cave C, Zappos Customer,
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Love the shoe, comfortable and stylish, but after a while the sole comes apart.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Excellent comfort...BUT -
I'm a runner, and this is a very comfortable shoe... Feels like you're walking on marshmallows that support your feet. I would have given this shoe a 5 star rating except for the fact that on my 5th time wearing them I sort of drug the front of the shoe across the carpet in my office. This ended up tearing the foam sole on the front of the shoe and relegating them to yard shoes. I can't wear them in public because I'd look like I dug these shoes out of a trash can. I'm very disheartened because I loved the shoe...I turned my daughters onto them, and numerous co-workers have purchased them. I'll wait and see how long theirs last.
Mark M, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes look awesome, but after a few minutes they begin to sweat. They will sweet all day long, and you will have pruney sweaty feet. I cannot return because they are worn. They are way overpriced and poorly designed!
I'd also recommend:
Reefs
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are awesome! it feels like I'm not wearing any shoes so I wear them almost every day.
I'd also recommend:
Keen sliders and Dr Martens slingbacks
Dee, Zappos Customer,
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This is their best shoe, so I’m guessing it’ll be discontinued sooner than later.
Somehow it’s gone from $33 to $100 on their site.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sanuk
Due to some limited physical abilities this only shoe I have worn for the last 14+ years. There are not too other brands that offer a stylish casual shoe in a size 17. The Vagabond will run a little narrow and best to get a half size bigger but they will stretch out fairly quickly.
I would like to see more styles in the big man sizes. The Camo and Blanket were the last new styles to come out and that was over a year ago. Big men Ballin need different styles too! I have 12 pair still in the box but will add to it if new styles come out. Thx Sanuk!!
SVNOUT,
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Outstanding these feel like being barefoot
I'd also recommend:
HEY DUDE'S
Mike, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is a man who wears sneakers constantly when not working. Last year, I bought him a pair of the sidewalk surfers....he hesitantly tried them on and exclaimed that they were really comfortable. Amazing, huh?! I bought him another pair in a different color this year so that he can switch them up. (We live in Massachusetts---they aren't perfect for our winter months.) It's great not seeing him in sneakers throughout the warmer months! He is typically an 11 - 11 1/2. The 12 is a good fit.
MA,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fits great! With socks or without.
Jon,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great for lounging and light use but not a walking shoe. So comfortable!
Rule,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Had a bad run on 3 pair of my favorite kickback shoes (Sanuk Vagabond's) which caused me some concern about QC but a Sanuk company representative proactively reached out and responded with outstanding customer service by sending me a pair of Vagabonds that are perfect in every way. Thank you Sanuk and a DOUBLE THANK YOU to the rep that restored my complete confidence in the quality that I had experienced for so long.
Consider me, once again, a lifelong customer!!
Unlike many major international corporations, Sanuks cares about each and every one of us customers and I happily and with absolute confidence, recommend Sanuk shoes to all I meet in my travels. They are the most comfortable shoes around and they look awesome!
Thank you once again Sanuk!
Sincerely,
Vagabond Ron
Vagabond R,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love the Vagabond, especially the Donny Funk.
ST versions are too squishy.
The M,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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They hold up well.
Comfortable,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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super fit and really comfortable to wear around the house. Like a slipper but more respectable with visitors.
MPS,
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