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Item 734042
Specification | Description |
| Upper | Polyester webbing |
| Topsole | Polyurethane |
| Midsole | Polyurethane |
| Outsole | Vibram rubber |
| Average weight | 1 lb. 3 oz. |
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Comments about Chaco Zong Sandals - Women's:
What I learned about these shoes is that they don't always coordinate to your normal shoe size. I am typically a size 8, but in these sandals I am a 7 because of where the straps fall on your feet. Because the straps are all connected underneath your foot, if they don't cross your instep in the right place then when you walk it will tug on the strap resulting in a tightening across the toe area. I would go into the store (or order from online) and try multiple sizes near your regular shoe size. When you try them on make sure that they're not too tight and take a walk in them. You'll know right away if that size is right for you because the straps will tighten down if they're not. Once you get the fit right and wear them around a bit the straps will gunk up underneath and will not move so easily, meaning that even if you wash them and try to tug on them they're still going to stay in the perfect spot for your foot. If you need to adjust them again later (i.e. if you go into high altitude and your feet need to swell) try some armor all in the grooves to loosen them up a bit. I hope this helps!!
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I have been eyeing these for a while, the brown were so cute. I have a pair of old sturdy Chaco's in Black that I have used, and loved for 5 years! These were such a disappointment. Too tight, the straps kept tighening as I walked. I adjusted them a hundred times. In the end I had a huge blister on the top of my foot and returned them the same day. Bummer. I do have wide feet too, so they seemed narrow to me. My other's have never given me a problem.
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Comments about Chaco Zong Sandals - Women's:
Love them for wearing, but the straps keep tightening on me squeezing my foot to where it hurts. hopefully they will adjust soon - because they are a great dress sandal that can go casual just as quickly!
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These sandals are the absolute best if you have plantar fasciitis like me. I wear these every single day. I use them as house shoes, because I cannot walk around barfoot or in unsupportive slippers. I also wear these for short walks and quick trips to the store. I don't use them for extended walking, because they are kind of like a flip-flop. For longer walks I'd go with the ones with ankle straps.
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I walk along some pretty rugged terrain and my Birkenstock soles were wearing out quickly...I needed something a little more tough. These shoes are comfy, cute, and have soles of steel (or, you know, Vibram). I'm super excited about these lil' Blue Jay Zongs.
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I bought the Zongs because many of my friends own Chacos (not this style) and LOVE them. I am, however, very disappointed with my purchase. I've had a crush on these shoes in the store for sometime and finally got around to purchasing them, only to find the straps resemble a vice grip on my feet! The right shoe is wonderful but the straps on the left shoe pull through the footbed too easily and cinch down when walking. It doesn't matter how many times I adjust them, within about six steps I have to stop and pull the toe straps loose. Thought maybe it was a defective shoe but I've recently read other reviews that indicate this is a problem for other people as well. I will probably be heading back to REI to exchange for something else. =(
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This is my 3rd pair bought within the last 12 months. The reason? Last two pairs all got stolen at pool side. Imagine how I called for help to get shoes to go home.
The new one I just ordered has the same problem as the prior comments. But the two pairs bought last year didn't. The straps tighten the toes easily. Footbed doesn't feel so contour to the foot. I even notice the out sole is not Vibram any more. It just came with the CHACO trademark, which made me wonder if they change production site that effects the quality.
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Comments about Chaco Zong Sandals - Women's:
These are really cute and I WANTED them to work out. Like many other reviewers, the straps kept tightening down as I walked because my step would stretch the strap across my arch. I bought them from the store, but should have checked reviews first. The sales associate said that the Chacos rep that came to them said that doesn't happen if you wear them outdoors and get some grit into the footbed. I wanted them to stay clean! I decided to just go with the Chaco flip-flops and am satisfied.
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Comments about Chaco Zong Sandals - Women's:
I love my Chacos. The biggest selling point for me is they are approved by the American Podiatrist Association which tells me these shoes are "feet friendly" and I agree. Yes the straps take a day or so to get used to but once you adjust them, the foot corrects for it as you walk. I don't find mine getting tight on me. They just feel like an extension of my foot and are comfortable all day long. I can't wear flip flops b/c they make my feet tired but Chacos do no. Keens are good shoes but way heavier than these. I've literally worn these all summer.
My 9 year old also has a pair and he thinks they're great. Additionally, a quick cycle in the washer and dryer and they're good as new. I'll be a repeat customer.
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Comments about Chaco Zong Sandals - Women's:
I wouldn't spend 50 cents on these shoes. They are really cute but the toe strap constantly needs readjusting. After a little bit of walking they tighten up and strangle your big toe! Has to be the stupidest design ever. This is my first experience with Chaco's and I don't think I will ever buy another pair.
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