7 Best Teva Hiking Sandals in 2022

After testing dozens of Teva hiking sandals and covering long distances on the beaten path and the beachside, we are proud to hail the Hurricane XLT2 as greatness fully realized!

Supporting the foot, particularly the arch, is the Teva Hurricane XLT2’s ballgame. No one from our team reported pain or premature leg fatigue while we got this strapped up. Its arch zone is raised and contoured just right, which we believe made the day of the flat-footed among us.

While not Teva’s lightest hiking sandal, the Hurricane XLT2 moved at our pace and didn’t weigh us down. Just in case you’re wondering, this must-buy weighs a measly 310 g per shoe.

Aside from being incredibly supportive, the Hurricane XLT2’s footbed is also super-comfy. It was just so nice to have our feet on. The lining behind each strap felt nice, too! Overall, this hiking sandal is a generous giver in the comfort department!

On dry terrain, the Hurricane XLT2 kept us striding without slipping. That said, the sandal in question was even more powerful through and beside streams and creeks. Yes, this amazing kick is also a strong ally on wet adventures.

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When it comes to comfort and lightness, this Teva sandal may just be what outdoor lovers need for their respective day hikes. Moreover, its ability to dry quickly and surface traction may come in handy when tackling watery environments. On the other hand, the footgear's stiffness may not be useful for those who want to use it straight out of the box.

For outings that involve the inevitable drench, make a difference in the Teva Hurricane Drift. A performer across shallow waters, this sustainable sandal will transform your hikes into unhindered (a.k.a. boosted) adventures. Yes, you can be a master of the wetlands in this piece of gear, especially if you have stout feet.

If towering over the trail (both literally and figuratively) is what you are after in hiking sandals, the Mid Universal has to be on your radar. Its rather imposing stature is rarely seen in its kind, but that heightened platform you can use to your advantage where additional protection underfoot pays extra. If you are a Teva fan and someone who has slender heels, this offering will have you doing wonders, whether on or off the trail.

If you’ve been looking for a sandal that reflects Teva’s excellence in design quality, the Universal Trail must be it! Yes, from its sleek construction to its no-thread-sticking-out finish, this kick beats out 30+ other Teva sandals build-wise.

Its straps and footbed are super-comfy. The Universal Trail felt like worn-in home slippers fresh from the box. The padding around the heel was quite plush and didn’t rub.

The saw-like design of its lugs gave us enough purchase on wet terrain. The Universal Trail’s outsole also did incredibly well on misty grass and mossy roots!

We were floored by how the Universal Trail kept us stable on rocky ground, too. The cushiness of its midsole deserves extra accolades here for adapting to the terrain we traveled on.

And its arch zone? Very supportive! Yes, the Universal Trail felt mighty secure around the midfoot, keeping us miles away from tired feet and achy arches.

Oh, and before we forget—the Universal Trail weighs no more than 600 g per pair. Despite being padded all over and having a powerful sole unit, the sandal in question still granted us enhanced mobility, thanks to its feather-like lightness!

Hold on to your portable seats. The Teva Original Universal has something to say, and it’s somewhere along the lines of $50 a pair!

You might think that at its MSRP, the Original Universal is a pushover in performance. Not at all! This amazingly low-priced gem got us striding past obstacles on loose soil as if we had glue underfoot. And since it’s among Teva’s water hiking sandals, we tested it on wet logs and pebbles. The result? Let’s just say its lugs stuck on them like a boss!

At 190 g per shoe, the Teva Original Universal felt like a cloud. If there is a Teva hiker that deserves the “barely-there” or “feels like you got nothing on” description, this is it!

Equally deserving of much praise is the Original Universal’s slipper-like comfort. Its textured-yet-plush footbed and supple vegan upper pampered our fresh tootsies straight out of the gate.

The Original Universal is pretty breathable, too. We were specifically impressed with its footbed for not giving us sweaty feet underfoot.

And yes, the Original Universal dries quickly. Thanks to its unlined fabric upper and water-repellent sole unit, the sandal got dry less than five minutes after negotiating the ankle-deep part of this one stream.

The Teva Winsted has the ruggedness and performance you'd expect from other Teva sandals but in a more casual-looking package. Droves of buyers admire the Universal strap design that makes wearing or taking it off easy. To top it all - this shoe gets the trophy for affordability. Even with a few minor issues raised by some, the Teva Winsted is a great hiking sandal overall, perfect for your summer escapades.