Customer Reviews

Sanuk Men's Frayed Not Flip-Flop

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I have been a fan of Sanuk Donovan flip-flops for the past year, and eagerly awaited the arrival of my new Frayed Nots. Having worn these for over a week now, I think these may now be my favorite flip-flops. They are roomy, smooth and airy, and look great too.

One thing though. Based on my experience with the Donovans and Frayed Nots I found that Sanuk seems to have inconsistent sizing.

I normally wear a size 10 shoe, and my feet are wide in the middle so I like to buy 10EE shoes when possible. My first pair of Donovans were size 11 because that's all that was available at the time for the discount price being offered. I found these to be very comfortable, just extraordinarily long though. They seemed more like a size 11.5 or 12 in length, but the width was just perfect for me. Recently, I bought a pair of Donovans in size 10 and while the length was just right, I found the straps far too tight, even after wedging things in there to stretch them out for a week.

The Frayed Nots are a completely story. Based on my experience with the Donovans I ordered the Frayed Nots in size 11 expecting a similar fit. Unlike the Donovans, the Frayed Nots are comparatively short and wide. In length, a size 11 seemed more like a 10 or maybe even 9.5. The straps however are much looser fitting than the Donovans which works out great for me.

So the irony is, that with these two different fitting flip-flops my slightly wide size 10 feet like size 11 Sanuk flip-flops.

I expect the Frayed Nots to wear as well as my year-old Donovans. The Donovans have what seems to be a slightly rubberized suede footbed which aids grip and comfort, but this also degrades after a few months and becomes a little sticky. The Frayed Nots don't seem to have this rubbery feature and while they don't grip your feet as well, they feel airier and drier than the Donovans.

So far, my experience with Sanuk flip-flops has been a very happy one, and I expect that to continue with the Frayed Nots.

I have had two pair of this sandal, the first one simply wore (stretched) out. Comfortable, lightweight, easy to clean, etc. Other than the fact that the straps do stretch out a bit over time, making for a bit looser of a fit, I recommend this to anyone looking for a lightweight rugged sandal.

These sandals stink. Literally. They are an affront to the olfactory sense. They have an overpowering odour of rubber - just the aroma to waft up from under the table as an accompaniment to your lunch. It's as if you walked into a car-tyre shop. And airing them out did not help. The problem may be peculiar to this particular pair or this style - I have a "Fraid So" pair that is just fine (although it runs small - I had to get one size bigger). Otherwise, these are a fine pair of sandals. Too bad that the smell makes them unwearable. Item reviewed: Sanuk Fraid Not, Green.

Pricey and not so durable.In less than 8 months the sole is well worn and the shape of the foot-bed becomes flat

Comfortable out of the store, but even more comfortable after a week of breaking in. Awesome flip flops.

Comfy footbed and strap, the sizing is right-on.
I got the green and it looks great. Sanuk is becoming one of my favs.
Nice job, guys. Thanks!

These flip-flops are comfortable and can be worn all day. They look great as well. In fact I liked them so much I got several pairs in different colors.

I really like these sandal's. They are comfortable, especially, between the toes. Their sandals!! Good sandals for the price though, and they seem to wear well. Sanuk makes good shoes.

This is my second pair and these are by far the best flip flop.