Our verdict
A seasoned trail-goer calls the Bodhi "simply magical," and we pretty much agree. There's a lot of goodness your teeth can sink into in this water sandal—from enduring construction and performance to barely-there comfort. But linking them together is the sandal's ingenious strapping system, which, when configured properly, provides a sense of security we'd argue you've never experienced before.
Pros
- Undeniably featherweight
- Its toe loop can rub at first
- Supportive arch
- Grippy
- Great strap adjustability
- Withstands abuse
- Attractive design
Cons
- With break-in
- Same brand only
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Great strap adjustability
Many are astonished by the Bodhi's barely-there weight. An expert says that it's "pretty light for a beefy, robust, substantial sandal," adding that he is "a fan" of the kick because of this.
Non-professional reviewers deeply appreciate the Bodhi's lightness, too. A couple of great remarks from them are "lightweight bad boys" and "freeing."
Extremely comfy but not right away
In terms of comfort, the Chaco Bodhi is the receiver of many compliments. Such examples are "pure comfort" and "the most comfortable sandals ever!"
Its fantastic plushness does require a break-in period, however. "They take some getting used to," says an adventurer about his Bodhis, especially the mildly scratchy toe loop. Fortunately, this issue goes away in just a few outings.
The Bodhi's powerful midfoot zone
When it comes to midfoot support, this sandal is impressive, according to numerous trail-goers. "They support my arches way better than my Chaco flip flops," says one of them. "I was sore everywhere EXCEPT my feet," says someone who went on a three-mile uphill trek.
With no reports about initial toe loop rubbing, the
An experienced hiker-slash-vlogger says that, on creek surfaces, the Bodhi delivers "awesome traction." He used the featured sandal on wet pebbles and didn't slip.
A looker on the trail
Many are convinced that the Bodhi is among the best hiking sandals when it comes to closure. We've gathered their praises below, so you don't have to:
- "Super-secure foot feel."
- "One strap does it all!"
- "Very secure despite the minimal straps."
One strap does it all
Durability is part of the Bodhi's great resumé. One serious backcountry traveler who went on a 9-mile, 2,200-ft elevation gain hike said that it "held up way better than expected."
A looker on the trail
Quite a number of hikers love the Bodhi's aesthetics. One of them says that it has a "great design," while another strongly believes that it's "more classy than the Z strap sandals."
