FitFlop's NEO-D-HYKER Water Resistant Sandals, priced from £90, have become a hit with shoppers seeking comfortable footwear for summer walks and hikes. Available in black, cappuccino, silver, and apricot, the sandals feature adjustable, water-resistant straps and comfort technology typically found in running shoes.
Design and Features
The sandals are designed for trails and cross-country walks, with an open silhouette that allows airflow to keep feet cool. They are ergonomically engineered to optimize body alignment, natural movement, and energy. Sizes range from three to nine, though stock varies by colorway.
Customer Reviews
With over 135 reviews, the sandals have garnered widespread praise. One buyer said: “I bought this style two years ago in white and found them so comfortable and quite up to cliff walking and paddling! Easy to keep clean and very durable. I just could not keep myself from ordering another pair, especially at the great sale price.”
Another reviewer noted: “Really pleased with these sandals. They are so comfortable and easily adjusted to fit my forever-changing feet due to ongoing foot issues due to arthritis in the feet. Easy to wear and a neutral colour. Cushioned and sturdy so you can walk anywhere in them. Fits true to size.”
A third customer commented: “Sturdy, comfortable and a great fit with the adjustable straps in all areas. Good grip on uneven terrain so perfect for summer/warmer weather hikes.”
However, not all feedback was perfect. One three-star reviewer explained: “I wanted to love these sandals; they are light and the footbed is really comfortable. However, the middle strap (unlike the toe and heel straps) doesn’t have padding underneath, and unfortunately, this means it cuts into the top of my foot. Such a shame as they are so close to being perfect!”
Another buyer with arthritis shared: “Wore these for the first time yesterday and wow were they comfy! I have arthritis in my big toes and am now struggling for footwear but I walked around an exhibition for four hours and no problems.”
A customer with plantar fasciitis added: “I bought these sandals as they were advertised as walking sandals. I find getting really comfortable shoes so difficult. I mainly wear trainers due to having plantar fasciitis but my feet get so warm in the summer, anyway, these sandals are the comfiest I have ever worn. I have wide feet and you can adjust the straps in three places. I can't recommend them enough, I like them so much I am going to order more in different colours.”
One final reviewer said: “I bought these for dog walking, and so far so good. My feet haven't rubbed at all. So comfy and I can see myself walking miles in these sandals. I'm a size six and these fit perfectly. Just wish they had more funky colours to choose from.”
Alternatives
For beach holidays, classic Havaianas flip-flops are available on Amazon, with some colorways reduced to £18 from £30. Clarks also offers Trala Slide Animal Print sandals at £35, down from £45, in sizes four to eight and colors including red, black, and gold.
