Teva’s New Max-Cushioned Hiking Sandal Puts Hoka on Notice

Backed by 40-plus years of experience, the new Grandview Max stakes it claim as this spring’s open-toed outdoor overlord.

By Steve Mazzucchi

Published February 25, 2025

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Updated February 25, 2025

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Look, we all know the recent news of Hoka’s first true camp sandal is a big deal. Heck, we covered it ourselves last Thursday.

But if one sandal could one-up another in as clichéd a way as possible, I’m pretty sure Teva’s new Grandview Max Sandal would take one look at the Infini Hike TC and mutter, “hold my beer.”

teva grandview max sandal full — The sneaky, snaky topographic lines on the straps and sole only add to the Grandview Max Sandal’s visual appeal.

Because while I will gladly concede that Hoka knows cushioning, Teva’s been in the sandal-crafting game for more than four decades.

I dare say nobody wraps your feet more capably than Teva does. In this case, the brand employs its external patent-pending W Strapping System, which uses three different Velcro tabs to deliver a truly customized fit.

There’s just no substitute for that kind of background, as evidenced by the feature-packed open-toed member of the brand’s Grandview Max hiking family.

Ready for whatever

What makes this sandal stand out? First off, I dare say nobody wraps your feet more capably than Teva does.

In this case, the brand employs its external patent-pending W Strapping System, which uses three different Velcro tabs to deliver a truly customized fit.

teva grandview max sandal top — The W Strapping System’s name reflects its design, which helps you dial in a personalized fit.

Integrated within the 100% REPREVE recycling polyester webbing is a 100% recycled mesh upper that serves as a protective buffer for the top of your feet.

The sustainability on display there rivals the Hoka’s resole-ability. Because as much as we respect and celebrate that brand’s first resoleable footwear, how many people are actually going to re-sole a pair of sandals?

teva grandview max off side — Dunno about you, but I’d say this LITE-COMF midsole looks about as cushy as you can get.

These materials also boast moisture-wicking properties to keep your feet dry and blister-free, one reason Teva can recommend the sandal not only for backpacking but also multi-day hikes.

The sandal does not have time for the Infini Hike’s two layers of compression-molded EVA foam, but it does offer a no-nonsense LITE-COMF midsole that’s honestly probably not that much different.

teva grandview max sandal bottom — Vitale Bramani probably never dreamed his traction-boosting breakthrough would find its way onto a sandal.

When it comes to performance and safety, it packs a mudguard for lateral protection, an Achilles pad for added support and, just like the Infini Hike, a Vibram MegaGrip outsole for increased traction on technical trails.

Now, if you’re still undecided between the two options, I’ll offer one more small point in Teva’s favor: It’s 10 bucks cheaper. That’s enough cash to buy beers for both you and your Hoka-wearing friend to hold.