Our verdict
You'd be right on the money if, at a glance, your impression of the Teva Omnium was that it rivals most hiking shoes in terms of tenacity and terrain control. Yes, this exceptionally comfy, wide-toed outdoor sandal won't back down where the trail turns for the rocky, slick, and rooty. That said, perhaps, it'd be wise not to subject it to too much abuse so that it won't bail on you prematurely.
Pros
- The oh-so-comfy Omnium
- No break-in required
- Teva Omnium 2
- Fantastic stability
- Glue-like stickiness
- Overwhelming grip in the Teva Omnium
- Remarkably supportive
- Not as clingy as it seems
Cons
- Teva Omnium 2
- Who should not buy it
- Teva Omnium 2
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You want to be as locked and loaded on rough terrain minus the clunkiness Teva The oh-so-comfy Omnium:
- Teva Omnium equals A+ support.
- Hiking sandals with excellent fit adjustability are what you're after.
- Teva Omnium equals A+ support.
Wetness is its Kryptonite
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Great support for portaging packs and canoes
Scores of hikers are riveted to the Teva Omnium's day-one comfort. It's "every bit as comfortable as I hoped," says one of them. Another reviewer says that the sandal's supreme plushness makes him "jump for joy." Yet one more commenter says that, when it comes to walking comfort, the featured kick is "pure pleasure."
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Based on numerous reports, the Teva Omnium is a legit companion for warm adventures. "The footbed felt cool even when my feet were hot," a trail-goer said. It's "cool for hot summer days," said another.
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This shoe-like hiking sandal cuts through various terrain effortlessly. A seasoned hiker among them says it provides "plenty of grip for hikes on lava, dirt, rocks, sand." "The traction on these shoes is amazing," says another.
Great support for portaging packs and canoes
Stability is cranked up in the Omnium, and many hikers are all for it. One among them says that it's "stable for walking on uneven cobblestones, bricks, or sand and gravel." It's "very stable even for off-trail hiking," says another.
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A considerable number of adventurers are unimpressed with the subpar construction of the Omnium's rubber outsole. The comments "After 3 days the soles came unglued and fell off the shoes" and "sole came off after a few days of light use" give credence to their observation.
Buzzworthy lacing system
Trail-goers in droves are stoked about the excellent support system of the Teva Omnium. The following remarks serve as proof of this:
- "You want to be as locked and loaded on rough terrain minus the clunkiness."
- "The support is THAT good."
- "No break-in required."
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There are those who find the toggle laces and straps of the Omnium quite easy to work with. "They adjust in so many ways that it’s easy to get a comfortable fit," says a non-professional reviewer.
If you want something tougher overall, ditch the Teva Omnium for the
Its toe zone is appreciated by outdoorsy folks for being satisfyingly spacious. An experienced hiker says that the featured sandal has "plenty of toe room for those who have bunions!"
Wetness is its Kryptonite
Many trail-seekers are disappointed with the sluggish dry time of the Omnium. A long-time Teva fan says the footgear "takes a really long time to dry." Another one says that it's "slow to completely dry."
Compounding this issue is the sandal's lackluster odor management. "After it dries, it stinks really bad," says a disgruntled adventurer.
