The Rafters product and team derives from 30 years and three generations of retail. Rafters has devised innovative methods of production using recycled materials for high quality footwear -- satisfaction is guaranteed. Additionally, Rafters knows how important it is to take great care of the environment. Rafters prides itself on offering durable and high-quality footwear at an affordable price.
J**T
Attractive and comfy
These fit well. Almost a wee bit loose. But just different from my old pair--I have a pair of older Rafters which I still LOVE, and those are more heavy construction (and weigh a little bit more) in a flip-flop, with firmer cushioning. I wear them all the time. These are great and more light-weight. The arch is comfortable and more pronounced on these than the old one (although maybe it's gone in those!). I can see carrying these on a pack back country camping whereas the others are heavier. This material is more "flippy-floppy" and lighter, and the other difference is on the sole: on these I can see the plastic piece holding the fabric from the top in place, on my old ones it is not visible. I like them so far!******UPDATE:*******Fall 2014:Yep, there's a hard plastic part underfoot that is not happy for feet after a while; unlike my still amazing OLD Rafters. I still like them for their lightweight aspect and arch support, and a good pair of house sandals as well. Try them with Injinji toeless yoga socks: perfect!
A**T
I love them so much that would buy them again.
updated review:I bought these again in Chocolate - same size. Had to exchange them for one size bigger. Either my feet grew or the sizes changed. Still a good flip flop-------The first pair I received had some sort of sharp plastic piece (very tiny) that stuck out where the strap went into the sandal - as described by some in their reviews. Yes - it was uncomfortable but I returned them for another pair. The second pair not as bad and was able to push that annoying piece down. No problems.The flip flops are great! Comfortable, great support, durable. I'm able to go out and walk for longer periods with these. I was wearing flojos and old navy sandals and would be in pain (foot, leg, sciatic) with them. I don't have any problems with these.
M**K
Not an Ortho sandal. Average arch support but very comfortable
From someone with feet problems, plantar ficitis,flat feet, tendonitis: l like this sandals special the color that l ordered (brown) and the price,but to say that these sandals are Ortho sandals is a major stretch of the truth. They are very light, have some foot support and you could walk around the house with them( if your floor is carpeted). The sandals do not have heel support and if you walk outside the sole is very thin and l could feel any sharp object specially in this area. I would order another pair but l would only wear them indoors. I hated itbecause l was looking for to wear them while shopping.***After wearing these sandals for several weeks and going shopping with them. l changed my rating to 5 starts because the sandals are simplly fantastic!!!:)
C**P
I have been super loyal to this brand for a good 5 years ...
I have a older pair of rafters, and I swear by them. I have been super loyal to this brand for a good 5 years now. I did read reviews and after receiving them I would agree that the new style of these are a very cheap filp flop. You can feel the plastic objects in the sole and they are not as cushy. I would suggest when purchasing these shoes you look for ones like the sole on the left. You can't even compare the shoes, and the new rafter style is not worth your time.
C**M
Good stuff
This is my third pair of these flip flops. I wear them almost exclusively since I currently live in NC. The only thing I don't like about them is the first few days of wearing. The footbed is 2 pieces. The space between the 2 colors of the footbed is enough to pinch your foot in places. It doesn't hurt its just annoying. After about a week or so they're broken in so I don't notice it anymore. The first pair I got a few years ago was a one piece footbed, not sure why they changed other than to have them look more colorful maybe. The first pair I bought was in a store so I was able to try them on. I got a pair one size larger because I liked the fit better. I don't like when my heel is at the very edge.
D**S
Cute, comfortable flip flops
These are cute flip flops that are very comfortable. There was a general question about arch support. Although these flip flops provide better than most, I don't think any are great for anything too demanding. I wear these around the house, errands, pool, beach. I wouldn't wear any flip flops if I had to be active on my feet all day. They are more comfortable and a bit more stylish than the average flip flop. They were perfect and durable for me.
A**E
Just ok...
The color is very dark and not vibrant at all as it showed in the pic. One of the straps is too tight on my foot and i'm hoping it will stretch out in time since they are fabric but right now they are uncomfortable. I wasn't thrilled with them but they don't offer free return or full refund so... if you are looking for a blah color, these are it. They are lightweight and offer arch support but the fact that one strap is tighter I can't even enjoy the comfort of them... could be just these but I don't recommend them.
J**E
Great sandals
I found these sandals last year and loved the good fit, great arch support and low price. Now I am kicking off this summer by buying more! I am a tried and true flip flop wearer but the flat ones kill my feet at my age. Rafters to the rescue! This is a wonderful light weight yet durable sandal.
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