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Sandal Suggestions

Posted: February 16, 2003 7:40 pm
by SonofASonofASailor
Hello! Its getting about time to buy another pair of sandals. Yes, i know its winter time, but I live in Charleston, SC. They are predicting weather in the 70's later this week. The weather is strange here like that. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone had any sandal brand suggestions for me? Since most Parrot Heads are sandal wearers.

Posted: February 16, 2003 8:23 pm
by BuckeyeParrothead
I really like Doc Marten sandals, they are really comfortable! They're expensive, but worth it when you wear them every day and they last forever! Good luck...wish it was even remotely near time for me to start thinking about warm weather shoes! I gotta go where it's warm! :-?

Posted: February 16, 2003 8:28 pm
by Karin
Flip Flops!!!

Can anyone guess the feet? :D

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Posted: February 16, 2003 8:29 pm
by SonofASonofASailor
Those look like Rainbows. We have a Rainbow dealer here in Charleston. I was looking into them too. do you like them?

Posted: February 16, 2003 8:54 pm
by Hoosier PH
Have to cast my vote for Dr. Martens. The most comfortable sandal you could wear. They are expensive but well woth it. They will last forever.

Posted: February 16, 2003 10:34 pm
by Gumbo
I'm partial to Birkenstocks. Wear the sandals in warm weather and the leather Bostons in the cold. Love the look and feel. Will last forever if you take care of them and can be re-soled when needed for $30.

Posted: February 16, 2003 11:17 pm
by mason
try payless shoe source. good shoes, cheaper price.

"listen to the stories i could tell"

just another gypsie in the palace

Posted: February 16, 2003 11:19 pm
by CRC Parrothead
Karin wrote:Flip Flops!!!

Can anyone guess the feet? :D

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I give up???? Who is it??? :-?

Scotts Sandals from Hawaii

Posted: February 17, 2003 12:24 am
by Old Town Miami
If they ain't flip flops, they ain't sandals!

I got some Scotts sandals in Hawaii ages ago. been wearing a pair ever since. They have a great flip flop heritage, and they last forever! I love mine.... SoMe of em, the ones I like, have a bottom like Sperry deck shoes. Indistructable, so don't count out on a blown out flip flop...

do a web search on Scotts sandals...

I confess I pair of Reef sandals in Destin, FL, and I love them too. Those are easier to find... A great place to boogie board for hours.

My daughter blew out her flip flops at school this week. Think I will wear em on my hat to the concert... Hope I remember,

if I wore em or not, I mean...

Posted: February 17, 2003 8:03 am
by RAGTOP
hey those are my ugly feet!!! :D I like to consider myself somewhat of a flip flop guru. There is only 1 pair of flip flops to get... RAINBOW, the pride of San Clemente California. I remember back in the day when they sold sandals in a shack on the beach in San Clemente, now they even have a website. Check them out http://www.rainbowsandals.com/

Posted: February 17, 2003 8:18 am
by aquaholic
Now were talking about one of my expertises.....I prefer the nike or adidas that your foot slides into..I don't like the strap a the big toe...they have to be rubber cause they do get wet around this house...you should not pay more than 20 bucks for a pair...I need a life :lol: :lol: :lol:

Posted: February 17, 2003 8:27 am
by Karin
Hey. . Adam is back! :D How was the cruise? I can't believe no one else knew those were your feet. Although a prize goes to SonofaSailor for knowing they were Rainbows.

I can't comment on this thread. . one other pair of sandals?? :-? If they are cute, if you have something to match or even if you don't - you can find something later, if they are on sale. . Buy them!

Posted: February 17, 2003 9:16 am
by cdudley
I think the best are either the Reef Brazil's or Rainbow. I've tried them all and they are the best. The pair's I have now are both like 5 years old and they are still very comfy. Just my opinion.

Posted: February 17, 2003 9:24 am
by PHAW Webmistress
Keno's!!!!!! But you can only buy them in KW so I make sure I stock up everytime I go.

And only ONE pair of sandals????? :o :o :o :o :o If there is no snow on the ground ~ I'm wearing sandals!!!

Posted: February 17, 2003 9:45 am
by Y-NO-9-O
If you read the tag, Rainbows have a lifetime warranty against "blow outs" :D . Also, they form to your feet. Very comfortable.
I had to drive 100 miles (round trip) to purchase mine. Now people call them my '100 mile flip flops'. It was worth the trip because most of it was on A1A in Florida!
"Strollin' down the avenue that's know as A-1-A..."

Posted: February 17, 2003 9:57 am
by 3/4 Time
I had a pair of Summer Strands: Yes, cheap 3$ flip flops that are 15 years old and still haven't blown.......
I bought a pair of Rainbows (despite the name) last year just in case the cheap ones died. They are excellent...

Posted: February 17, 2003 10:05 am
by Caribbean Soul
I like Teva sandals myself...
I have a pair of their flip-flops and a pair of leather sports sandals.

Posted: February 17, 2003 10:28 am
by SonofASonofASailor
Yes, I once had a pair of Tevas that were great. The only reason I had to stop wearing them was I outgrew them. I think I am going to maybe get a pair of rainbows. We have a place a few blocks from where I live that sells them. I checked out the website. The leather ones are a bit expensive for me right now(hey, I'm a college student), so if i do get a pair it would have to be the classics. should I go with the single or double layer sandal though?

Posted: February 17, 2003 10:39 am
by Floridaze
I like Reef flip-flops but Kino Sandals from Key West are pretty cool. You can buy them right from the factory in Key West and they are inexpensive
http://pcrdist.safeshopper.com/1/cat1.htm?702

Posted: February 17, 2003 11:14 am
by 1LuvBuff
Gotta go with the Rainbows!! They are the best, and JT was right they do have lifetime garantee against blowouts. Nike, addidas, berkenstock, doc marts, are all fine and dandy, but a little nerdy if your going for the costal look and comfort. Where i live in FL everyone wears them.