Chaco Women's Z1 Classic Sandal

I have tried Chacos before and found the arch to be FAR too aggressive and the instep would always cut into my arch. I have a trip coming up and was struggling to find sandals that would work. I took a chance on these but decided to try a wide instead of regular. I don't ever buy wide shoes but, for Chacos, I guess that was the issue. These are so comfortable! I haven't gone on my trip yet but I have been wearing these as much as possible to make sure they are broken in. Once you get the straps where you want them they are surprisingly comfortable. Some people said the strap loosens. It does a little for me but not enough to be an issue. As hard as it is to find comfortable sport sandals, it is worth it to me to just deal with it.

I ordered these to try out for an upcoming trip to Europe where I expect to be doing a lot of city walking. I will bring gym shoes too, but wanted a sturdy sandal for anything near water or if it's especially hot. I have tried Chaco Z2s in the past, but hated how the toe strap pushed my big toe down while the rest of my toes were pulling up on the relatively heavy show when lifting my foot off the ground. These Z1s were MUCH better in that way - though still quite heavy for a sandal, the placement of the straps isn't awkwardly impacting my gate. Speaking of the straps, something I love about Chacos is how adjustable they are - this is great for feet of all sizes and widths! And with the durable sole, I have no concerns about my feet hurting after a lot of walking. They are unfortunately still one of the uglier shoes on the market, in my opinion, and that doesn't seem to get better despite the color you select (though I'll add the muted clay color is true to the photos). Ultimately, they're a sturdy, good quality utilitarian shoe and worth having a pair for summer adventures. Vs Teva and Keen, they feel much more solid and have way better arch support, which is important to me.

I have had my Chacos for about a month now, and let me tell you, best purchase ever! They have been through a lot these last few weeks; camping, hiking, vacation, and so much more. As an avid birkenstock lover I was skeptical that these were going to live up to the hype of the Chaco name. Although I still cherish my Birkenstocks I have officially converted to Chacos and here's why:- Waterproof! I can wear them in the ocean on vacation to protect myself from sharp rocks. They are also so perfect for camping since you can simply rinse them off in a campsite sink or shower if they get muddy.- Support, these shoes have terrific support with minimal bulk. I have knee issues, and these have a perfect support but can still be packed without taking up too much room.-So cute! I get constant compliments on both my Chacos and the Chaco tan that comes with wearing them every day.- Extremely versatile, I can wear these everywhere. Hiking has been so much more enjoyable since they truly stick on your foot and move with you.MY #1 TIP:The reason these don't get five stars all around is due to the initial pain of getting them set up. THE STRAPS ARE ALL CONNECTED! They go through the sole! So simply pull on them going from the top down, and you can adjust every single strap. This was a game changer since they will be highly uncomfortable if you don't adjust them to fit your needs. I feel like this isn't talked about enough and can cause people to really hate them without proper education.

Was able to finally find a deal with Chaco products. Originally $100- standard price. I was able to buy the sandals for 50$. They are an excellent type of shoe- one strap and nothing in between the toes. My last pair lasted 10 years.

I bought these for long walks outside when I don’t want to wear sneakers in the summer heat. They are very comfortable. Not the most flattering sandal as they make my feet look clunky and wide but i suppose that’s a bit on trend anyway.

Adjustable and great on rocky Michigan beaches!

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This shoe is decently comfortable, though I have only worn it inside the house. I have had the one with the toe band before and gave it away. Just could not get them adjusted properly. However, this model was super easy to adjust to my feet. They are on the heavy side, which will take a little getting used to but, I live in sandals in the summer. They are a tad on the long side. I normally wear a women's size 11 and that's what I ordered. when I first put them on, I thought there was a lot of room at the toe end. After adjusting them and walking around the house for a bit, I found that my foot settled into the foot bed and the length at the end of the sandal didn't seem to be as much. Each person's foot will fit differently, depending on where your arch is, how long your toes are, etc. I really like the color, as they aren't exactly brown but, not purple either. They are somewhere in between. I think I'm going to enjoy wearing them this summer.

I love Chacos, I find them incredibly comfortable, easy to walk in and very supportive. It was great getting a pair that weren't blacks soled and they were delivered very promptly. It was also nice to get them at a good price.

Comfortable fit and great tread when wet!

I have had plantar fasciitis for 2 years and although I have orthotics, had prp injections my feet still hurt daily, though they were improving. I just spent 10 days walking exclusively in my new chacos and felt no pain! They are amazing for my high arches, super adjustable. I will buy more in different colours.

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