Teva Men's Terra Fi 5 Universal Sandal Madang Blue - 1102456-MGBL

It is a bummer that these are not available in half sizes. Being able to get sandals that fit me really well (I need a half size) was what drew me to Teva in the first place. I purchased the whole size above and below the normal half size that I wear, and had to return both. Instead, I kept a pair of Minams that were available in my half size. Teva, please bring back half sizes. I would rather have half sizes and fewer colors/models to choose from than just whole sizes.

I bought 2 pair of these sandals after I could no longer wear my 2 pair of Toachi 2 sandals because they had worn so badly they hurt my feet, ankles, and knees. Though better than other alternative sandals, I have 3 issues with the Terra Fi 5 Universal sandals: 1. When I bought these they were (and still are?) available in only whole sizes. I wear an 11.5. An 11 is too small, the 12 is too large. 2. The footbed of these sandals is slippery when wet. Not a good thing when you are on a river trip. And not a good thing when the sizing is not a good fit (see above). The Toachi 2 sandal always provided solid and secure footbed. 3. Most important, the absence of a buckle closure for a river sandal is a big problem. Velcro is great if you are in a clean environment. It becomes problematic if you are on a river trip with sand, gravel, and other debris to clog the velcro closure, Would I buy these sandals again? Only if I had to. I found no better option to replace my Toachi 2 sandals but I am not happy about the downgrade. Bring back the buckle closure and half-size options.