However, the Hurricane XLT 2 hiking sandal comes with thicker Eva foam sole construction, which makes it a better choice for users who prioritize comfort on longer expeditions or uneven terrains. Some summer jobs, like scooping ice cream or riding a mail route, are but a blip in our professional lives. I actually own a (now-defunct) pair of the original Hurricane XLTs, and was stoked to try see what kind of updates the line received.

When it comes to waterproofing, the Teva Hurricane XLT 2 hiking sandal is well-designed to handle the beach and wet trails. I tried my first pair a couple weeks ago, while Sally and Breton grew up running around in Tevas, and I can only envy them for being introduced to these sport sandals so early on. An impressive new lightweight backpack from the Canadian brand, one that’s decked out with clever features to support day hikes or even summer backpacking adventures.The classic Teva has been around for long enough to know that they got something right with their three-strap design. Additionally, the open-toe construction provided additional ventilation, helping my feet breathe and preventing any feeling of stuffiness. After paddling around for about thirty minutes I’d then hop out at the nearest shoreline and hike over to the next lake.

His inspiration for the sandal straps came from Velcro watchbands — the easy-to-adjust nature of Velcro could be applied just as well to footwear. The Hurricane XLT 2 has a soft footbed that conforms to the foot and offers a moderate amount of arch support. His next step, he decided, was to follow his passion for the outdoors by taking his sandal design to the next level.In warmer temps it seemed that sweat was a bit of an issue with the insole and my foot would slide around a bit, thus docking a point.