Chaco  Z/1 Classic Sandals - Women's

As a heads up to other long time Chaco wearers, they've changed the strap material, and it is awful. It has no flex or stretch, and it chafes enough that after only a couple miles of walking, I was bleeding on the top of my foot. I did ask customer service, it is not in my head - the strap material changed recently. I've tried for a month to see if they would soften up, and even wearing them 10 minutes sitting down they hurt. If you're a new (potential) chaco wearer, my last pairs I could take out of the box, walk for 15 miles, and be perfectly comfortable, which I did the last pair I bought. So this is really awful.

I have plantar fasciitis.The only sandals I can wear are the Chaco. I have several in different colors and styles.

I was trying to replace my very old Chacos. With the new ones,there is no way to adjust/tighten the back straps, so I couldn't keep them on my feet. I returned them.

The strap is so long that when I adjust the sandals correctly the end of the tag drags on the ground, and ultimately was a dealbreaker for me. This is too bad because my previous pair lasted me 16 years and the strap did not drag on the ground.

I LOVE these sandals. Prior to them, my plantar fasciitis was like someone taking a razor to my feet. The firm but flexible soles combined with the arch support had my feet completely pain free after 4 weeks of wearing nothing but them. The single adjustable strap makes them comfortable with or without socks. I’ve only worn them on trail a little as I had surgery but….yes, I’m hooked! I’m thru-hiking the AT in 2026 and these will probably be my primary shoes.

I have been wearing and gluing back together the same pair of Chacos for nearly 15 years. YES! they are still in great shape after a dab of super glue here and there. But when I saw the price of new ones, I couldn't control myself. They arrived speedily and fit perfectly.

Love these sandals! It’s my 2nd pair- I was going to get the first pair re-strapped, but with a (last minute) trip to Thailand coming up I didn’t think I’d get them back in time so bought a 2nd pair. No time to break in pre-trip and once again they’ve been amazing. Haven’t left my feet in weeks, not since I got off the airplane in Bangkok. Great in the city, on the beach, and for hiking. Easy on/off for entering temples and homes.

I have worn Chaco sandals for years and these are the worst fitting, most uncomfortable I've ever bought. The strap is absurdly long, and the foot bed is rough and uncomfortable. The strap rubbed the top of my foot so I had to take them off before I got a blister. I will be returning.

These are so comfortable with my high arches and have upheld with lots of wear. Haven’t submerged them in water but lots of rain and sweat. Highly recommend!

Union YES! Wish REI would negotiate contracts with their staff. Union YES!