Customer Reviews

Reef Men's Fanning Flip Flop

5 star:		(100)
4 star:		(28)
3 star:		(10)
2 star:		(5)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I bought a pair of these sandals in February 2005 and am still wearing them. Like any sandal, they are fun and easy to wear. Just recently I've noticed that the front part of the soles has worn down and they are smooth now. Also the foam bed has started to crack in several places, but for the price I'd say I've gotten reasonable use out of them.

The bottle opener is a great conversation piece. Also rest assured, they do hold up to wear and tear. I was skeptical when I bought these how long they'd stay intact, but I can attest that they are still in and functional... kinda mangled, but still intact and functioning.

Also, if you think you're just gonna swing your leg up and crack open a beer like Mr. Joe Cool, then think again. I remember when I first got these I was at a backyard house party while in San Diego. I was flirting with these two girls, talkin' my game and trying to be smooth. So I grab another beer, and while talking to them, I lift my foot and try to crack the bottle open. Well, between trying to keep my balance and get the lip of the cap in the opener, I apparently shook it up a bit. When I finally did open it, the resulting explosion of foam shot all over me and the two girls. Not cool.

I would suggest taking the sandal off to use the bottle opener feature.

All and all, a great shoe. Fun and easy to wear.

Another tip: Make sure you wash these every so often! Stick 'em in the washing machine. I neglected to do this and developed a nasty case of athlete's foot from them. Just a heads up. Enjoy!

very comfortable flip-flops. great for all day wearing. these are my second pair. i wore these all day for 6 days in Savannah, Ga. I've worn them to the beach, in the water, in a friends pool. they can take it and still look good.i still wear my first pair around the house or for shooting to the store. I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 because of the can-opener on the bottom. It works ok. Depending on where you have been walking though, i wouldn't want that stuff near my beer.

For years I wore those cheap flip flops that I could hardly walk in. I finally decided to buy some better quality ones, and boy I'm glad I did. These flip flops are comfortable, easy to walk in, and just flat out sweet! Watch out though, once you have these you won't want to put on shoes and socks.

I bought the Reef Stuyak Sandal for $20 based on good reviews, and those sandals are not even close to these! I couldn't believe the difference when I compared the two. I got this product for $35, what a bargain! Buy these, you won't be disappointed.

I bought a pair of Freddy P's reef sandals that lasted 3 years before finally breaking. I loved those shoes. At that point I had to get the Fanning's as the Freddy P's are no longer being made.

The Fanning shoe has lasted me about 1 year, keeping in mind I did not wear them in the winter, The strap that goes in between your toes has started to come apart on both shoes. And they have become loose and not as comfortable.

The bottle opener is to be used only if you have to.
You have to take the shoe off to open beer, if you have already had a few beers standing on one leg can become a little tricky.

I guess for $40 they are worth the price.

Minimal use over a period of a year. Toe strap broke on one sandal. When I contacted the company about replacement, it was pointed out that the warranty is good for 6 mos only, regardless of use. No more Reefs for me. Other makers have much better warranties.

I have another pair of Fannings bought slightly over a year ago. It's one of the more comfortable flips I've had (the other being the Chaco thongs). As the fanning started showing some wear I decided to get a new pair.

While the new pair seems identical to the old, for some reason Reef have slightly changed its sizes and the new pair is a bit shorter than the old one and in addition, the straps are somewhat tighter (shorter). In part, this difference may be due to the wear on the older pair. However, it appears to be also related to slight alterations to the model.

Bottom line, the new pair has the same high quality build and comfort level. If, like me, you're somewhere between two sizes and like to wear loose flips, consider buying the next size up.

This is my 4th pair of Reef Fanning flip-flops. In my opinion, they are the best on the market! I wear them everyday which is why I have gone through so many of them. The heel has good padding so these are comfortable even on long walks. I know the bottle opener in the sole seems silly, but it is functional and extremely handy. I've used it many more times than I should admit.

Love these sandals. We received them very quickly and they are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. Bought them for a week at Disney World which involves a lot of walking and my feet were never sore.

The title says it. This is a great product! My second set of Reef Fannings and I don't think I could be much happier with them. Very comfortable, looks great for kicking around town, and perfect for a day on the boat. Plus, you never have to worry about forgetting your bottle-opener. Also, shipping was quick and painless. Only downside is they are a bit pricey. Also, be careful about size. I am usually a US 9.5, but I got an 8.5 and it fits me perfectly... Overall, great experience!

I purchased this pair online. I had a pair purchased from a store. These sandals are simply fantastic. They provide me with the type of arch and heel support I need. I was thrilled to get a pair from Amazon at a fraction of the cost locally. Everything arrived timely and in perfect shape. I would recommend the Fanning model to anyone who likes thong sandals and wants lasting comfort and value.