Teva Men's M Hurricane Xlt2 Sandal

Comparing the this sandal (TEVA Men's Hurricane Xlt2 Sandals) with the Hurricane drift. This shoe is currently slightly more expensive between the two and understandably so. First of all, my son is a lifeguard and spends a lot of time in shallow water, his crocs banged up his feet with blisters on his first day of the summer, perhaps they are too tight. I ordered these two pairs of sandals to choose one to wear instead as they look like they have better support for the sole of the foot when standing all day and fit closer to the foot so there shouldn’t be so much movement or friction.Hurricane (not this shoe)This Sandal is the one on the left on the picture, it is made out of a rubber material similar to crocs but thicker. The strap across the ankle has a more flexible feel to the material than the rest of the shoe, for comfort and durability. You cannot adjust the fit of the straps so if the strap is too tight or too loose, it can’t be adjusted. He finds the shoe very comfortable. Both shoes have the same sole in terms of size, fit and even treads, but this shoe is made of rubber so is much lighter. Completely waterproof.Hurricane XIt2 (this shoe).This is the shoe being reviewed here and the one on the right and the one by itself. This shoe has a heavier duty rubber sole, making is a little heavier but still light. The straps are typical of Teva sandals, more like a stiff waterproof fabric feel and every strap adjusts with velco. This allows a custom fit but my son finds parts of the Velcro digs in unless you have the perfect lined up seal. This shoe also has a comfort padded strap at the heal. More cumbersome to get on with the Velcro long strap.VerdictFor my son’s lifeguard needs or a water/beach shoe we would pick the Hurricane rubber shoe. For hiking or wading through a river I’d pick this shoe, Hurricane XIt2 has more of a hiking weight and feel to the sole and the adjustable straps are helpful for that use.For my son, the less expensive rubber shoe is the clear winner. More comfortable and less fussy and nothing to dry on it. I will also be putting this review on the other shoe reviews with a close up picture of that shoe. In terms of fit, it’s quite a wide fit and a typical size 9. Both soles are the same size and in each design other than material. Both great sandals, for slightly different needs although both would work in water. Hope this helps someone out.

Really nice sandals. Look good, fit good and feel good. My Chacos did not hav velcro straps so I hope they hold up to the beach sand, ect.

I absolutely love these! After trying and returning a few sandals from both big name brands and amazon sellers, I think I’ll stick with these. As long as they hold up, I’ll be a returning customer. They stay in place great as well!

Still one of the better sandals, but quality not as good as before. A bit overpriced considering the slipping quality. Soles don’t hold up as well as older Tevas.

These sandals are great. Comfortable and easy to put on and take off. Good for walking when you’re not on a gravelly trail..

Less arch than my old pair

This is the second pair of Teva’s I’ve owned. I started buying them because I can’t water the traditional flip flops or sliders because they always slide off my feet. Teva’s stay on my feet and offer superb comfort while still being rugged enough to walk through a rocky river bed. This pair is super lightweight and very comfortable. I’ll continue to buy this brand. Love em.

These are well made, the insole/soles offer great cushion and support, the achilles and ankle straps are a bit long but secure and comfortable. Unfortunately I had to return them. On my feet, the leading point of the front delta ring and the edges of straps that loops through it, create a hot spot on the tops of my pinky toes. I tried adjusting the straps in every combination possible but that front corner portion was still very uncomfortable; eventually causing blistering. Ultimately applying moleskin to my toes were the only solution, but that is extremely inconvenient and negates the advantage of a quick strap-on all-weather hiking sandal. And no, I don't want to wear socks with any sandals, especially outdoor, that's what I own boots and sneakers for.