ChacoMen's Mega Z/Cloud Sandal

these are my third pair of chacos. i also have the z/2 clouds and the z/volv1. the z1 megaz slot in bewtween both. the Z/2 clouds are beefy and burly and a bit squishy. the toe loop adds stability on the trail but are more difficult to get in or out of. mine needed a bit of break in. the zvolv is not as trail-ready but will suffice on a moderate hike with a path that isn't too rocky. they are more city/beach sandals with a lower-profile outsole. they are super comfy but the lighter and thinner outsole/midsole means less weight-bearing ability. the buckles occasionally need re-tighteneing but the converse of that is wide latitude in terms of tightness. you can adjust them to be loose or not so loose easily.enter the megaz cloud sport. first thing you notice is the wider/thicker band. to me, this meant less adjustability but better overall fit. the buckle sits up a little higher on your foot and the dier straps offer great stability even without the toe loop.there are two things you need to know if you are considering these rugged sandals. 1) wear them in the shower and get them wet before wearing first time. this will speed up break in time and help dial in the best fit. the straps have a bit of flex in them but may be tight out of the box. as they dry when you walk around they will conform more to the shape of your foot. 2) there's a trick to putting them on. step 1 -- slide your toe under the forefoot strap. step 2 -- slide the backstrap around your heel. step 3 -- adjust the z-strap around the middle of your upper foot. step 4 --tighten the buckle. this can all be done in under a minute in practice.Chacos have been iconic sandals for river rafting, hiking, beach wear, travel, etc. they allow your foot to breathe and flex while offering stability, durability and traction. the shoe feels more natural than the Keen Newport/H2 and is podiatrist-certified, albeit without the closed toe. The Keens are just ok for hiking and trails. they flex decently but the hybrid outsole is siped not lugged. The Chacos feel more comfortable and have a more trail-ready outsole which may be slighly worse on concrete and asphalt but more grippy on river rocks. I would rate the arch support as superior in the Chacos due to the Luvseat footbed, which is remarkable given their light weight and breathability. Both the Chacos and the H2s are good in and out of water, but it's easier for small pebbles and debris to get trapped in a closed-toe sandal, although you do get a bumper to that protects against impacts.To sum up the comparison, i would say the Chacos are slightly more outdoor purist, while the Keens are ever so slightly more urban. Both offer great support and confortability, with the Chacos being more breathable. The Chaco footbed feels a little better on youur foot and doesn't get as sweaty (the Keen upperss are reinforced with neoprene which subtracts a bit from breathability along with the closed-toe/fisherman-style design, and the footbed material feels mushier. The Chacos are overall more minimalist, and the Megaz Cloud Sport edition is a good iteration of the Z-strap design. There are very few sandals which can effectively function as trail shoes comparable to a lightweight, more breathable, water-friendly hiking shoe, and these are at or near the top of the list. They'll support more weight than the zvolvs, lowdowns or original Z/1s and the thick outsole/midsole combo inspires confidence for long hikes and technical trails, along with the stable yet flexy straps.Finally, these are good-looking, aesthetically-pleasing sandals. I wouldn't call them dressy, but they can at least be worn with a range of outfits. would purchase again, especially at a discounted price.

I’ve worn Chaco sandals since 1989 and they are the sandals I wear all Spring, Summer, and Fall. Chaco’s are what I’ve worn on every river trip since 1989. They are rugged, have great traction while scouting rapids or hiking up side canyons. The snug fit and superior strap design works so well that they stayed on my feet during a number of nasty swims in rapids (some mostly underwater in violent and powerful hydraulics). The soles last a long time and I’ve never worn them out even after many miles. If you wear out the straps you can send them to Chaco to be repaired. Recently I needed surgeries on my right ankle that forever changed my ankle and even the size of my foot. In past years I wore Chaco sandals with a toe loop (Z-2) but bought the model without a toe loop (Z-1) so it would fit properly. The Mega Z Cloud sandals I bought have wider straps than the regular model. They are comfortable and give great support. The models without the toe loop allow you to wear socks for warmth, which is nice during colder nights on the river in Spring and Fall. I can whole-heartedly recommend Chaco sandals, which are recommended by many foot doctors too. Chaco’s are the only sandals I wear! They work so well I don’t need any other sandals!

Perfect fit, super comfortable... i usually buy the Chacos with a toe loop, but really glad to have tried these. As robust, but more comfortable, especially with the broader straps. ideal for long hours of fieldwork or hikes.The usual high quality product from Chaco..stoked!

Seller was quick and the chacos were on sale.

Love these chacos, they look great and are comfortable. The only thing I warn you about is the straps are wider than your classic Chaco. They rest on the side of my toe in an uncomfortable spot bc of the wider strap.

True to size. Strap is blister resistant. Waterproof

I enjoy kayaking the rivers and lakes in NE Ohio. Chaco‘s are the only sandals that can handle this abuse. Usually have to wade in from shore before the water is deep enough to get into the boat. I prefer sandals because my feet dry out once in the kayak. Every brand of sandals I’ve tried before Chaco failed before paddling season was over. Step in mud pullout a bare foot. Most sandals the straps are just glued into the soles and pull right out. However, It’s impossible to pull the straps out a pair of Chaco’s. The whole sandal uses one continuous strap, it passes under your foot through a slot in the sole. After much use you’ll wear out the tread before you break a strap. When that times comes they can be sent back to have the sole replaced, which is cheaper than buying a new pair.

I have flat foot and with this sandals it doesn't ache. Sits very good on the foot and looks great

Duras, Neri muy cómodas

I've purchased many sandals over the years. My last pair lasted just over 10 years and finally fell apart. I tried on tons of different types in my local stores and none of them felt comfortable or fit properly. I did a lot of research and found out that Chaco sandals were on many top 10 lists. I read all the reviews across multiple sites and decided to order these..... I am so glad I did! They are the most comfortable sandals I've ever worn.It takes a minute to get used to how to put them on but when you do, you won't regret buying them. The fact that they adjust to perfectly fit your feet is something no other sandal I've owned does. The footbed is very comfortable and the grip makes sure you never slip on any surface.

Initially bought Tevas for a Disney visit but they felt a little stiff, so went with these instead. They are fantastic - survived 10 days in the parks with no blisters whatsoever, and no sore feet! They are very comfortable, easy to get on/off, great for water rides. 10/10!

Very comfortable and great quality.

I may as well chuck them in the bin. They are that abrasive on my small toes. Cannot wear them without bandaids. Also incredibly heavy