ReefFanning, Men's Flip Flop

I've never really found flip flops comfortable but then someone recommended I try Reef Phantoms and I was amazed. I've clocked up maybe more than a hundred miles walking and exploring on holiday wearing the Phantoms and never had any trouble. Then I found out Reef produce a premium flip flop, at a considerable increase in price, but what the heck, they must be even better, right?If you like having your feet cut to pieces, then buy the Fanning Sandals; 3 razor-type cuts on one foot and 4 on the other. And that was only after a 2 mile walk. The straps have a rough, sharp edge on the inside and as you walk they get to work cutting through layers of skin. Both feet were covered in cuts and one toe had a layer of skin scrapped off. Oh, and that built-in bottle opener in the sole; it is brilliant at scooping up muck and worse as you walk - would you want to open a bottle with that?Normally I would have sent these straight back but unfortunately there was a year between me buying these, the old Phantoms wearing out completely and me taking the replacements on holiday.How can a company get the cheaper pair of flip flops so right and yet completely mess up their premium product?Avoid.

Very comfy and sturdy. Much more resistant to uneven wear or squashing / compression of the sole. The logo on the upper side of the sole is starting to rub away after a week, but not really surprised or bothered. It's just a bit of paint on the debossed logo. Bottle opener works great as a bit of fun novelty but could be handy when camping or other trips. Nice cushioning and helps with posture when walking. Good grip and straps don't seem to slacken off with Reefs, so keeping your feet in controlof them. Bit pricey, but they are worth it IMO for long lasting flip flops. Overall, recommended.

I cant even remember how i first discovered Reef Fanning flip flops, but after testing my memory i figured that i bought my first pair 15-17 years ago! My early pairs did not have the bottle opener on the bottom, and if i had the choice, i would definitely prefer a pair without this ridiculous gimmick. As other reviewers have mentioned, if you are unfortunate enough to stand in dog poo, good luck trying to remove it from around the bottle opener!That however, is my only negative. Reef have always fitted me and felt fantastic to wear, regardless of how far I’m walking. The air cushion under the heel is fantastic, and having just replaced the last pair which i have owned for at least five years, i immediately felt the difference as soon as i put the new pair on. I take size 9 in all shoes, but have always gone for a UK size 8 in these flip flops. My toes and heels are at the edge, but that is personal preference and always felt most comfortable.The build quality is very high, as you would hope and expect for the price. I have never had any issues with any rubbing between my toes - they do ‘give’ a little once you’ve worn them a while - i wear mine all year around the house and barely take them off during any warm weather. I have no hesitation in recommending these as an excellent pair of flip flops which will last years and years and will probably only need replacing when, like me, you realise that the cushioning is probably not as good as it used to be!

These have the potential to be the best thong flip flops on the market. They are incredibly comfortable other than there is a piece of metal right in the middle for a bottle opener. Why?!?! Why would anyone want a bottle opener on a nice pair of flip flops?! You can feel the metal pushing into your foot which takes away the effort that has gone into these to make them comfortable.Such a shame. If the bottle opener is removed, I would certainly buy them but due to the bottle opener, I had to return them.

Brilliant quality. I'm a size 11, usually with a wide fit. But these were hanging an inch past my heel and the foot strap was too loose in size 11. Bought size 10 now and they fit nicely. So my advice would be to buy a size smaller.

I tend to live in slaps (or flip flops) when not at work. These have a sturdy, fully supported sole that will enable you to cover some miles in comfort (if you’re happy in slaps). Been a loyal purchaser of Reef sandals since the late eighties. They’re comfortable and last reasonably well. As practical and functional as a pair of slaps can be. Bottle openers a bit of a novelty item.. it works but careful what you tread in. If only they truly made me surf like the affable shark punching Mr Fanning himself.. (non surfers; he punched a great white that attacked him during a contest in s Africa, google it!) I don’t think I could even bring myself to punch a mackerel

I usually wear an 8, and I could probably have got away with a 7 in these. Not uncomfortably big though.The bottle opener is a pointless gimmick (who want's to put the mouth of their beer bottle anywhere near what the soles of their feet have been treading in?) It's more likely just to scratch floors than provide any use

The only comfortable flip flop with air suspension. Expensive but worth it. Bottle opener suprising useful. Don’t step in poo