The Best Slide Sandals for Men

Slides, as the name implies, are a footwear style you can slide into. There’s no heel strap or cup and limited arch support but far less bulk, making them the ideal choice for a day of leisure.

Slides usually have one or two straps that span across the toes and forefoot, though there are some unique variations. They first appeared in 1960s when Birkenstock introduced its Madrid shoe and Adidas introduced its famous Adilette slide, a waterproof shoe designed for a German football team to use in the locker room.

Ever since, the slide has slowly shifted into the worlds of sport and athleisure, streetwear and gorpcore, often with socks to match. And while you could slip into a pair poolside, the summery style can go anywhere. Nearly every brand has riffed on the style, applying chunky soles, futuristic materials and high-end cushioning.

Birkenstock

Best Overall Slide: Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Slide

• $50.00 at Birkenstock

Colors available: 12

Sizing: 6-13.5

The Arizona is Birkenstock’s most well-known slide. This affordable version features soft, rubber-like EVA. Characterized for its iconic two-strap design, the Arizona has become a mainstay in summer sandals rotations across the US. The boho-style Arizona has a buckle on each strap for maximum and pairs well with a range of styles and is appropriate for the office, a round of golf, a beach trip or just lounging around the city running errands.

Amazon

Best Affordable Slide: Weestep Recovery Cloud Slide

• $22.00 at Amazon

Colors available: 9

Sizing: 3-12

Weestep’s Recovery Cloud Slide is an affordable alternative to the Birkenstock. The Recovery Cloud Slides have a contoured, padded footbed and feature two adjustable buckles. Oh, they’re water-friendly as well, making them an excellent option for outdoor activities.

Backcountry

Best Upgrade Slide: Suicoke Moto-Cab Sandals

• $157.00 at Backcountry
  $225.00 (30% off)

Colors available: 4

Sizing: 7-11

For those who prefer a swankier, aesthetically-pleasing slide, Suicoke’s Moto-Cab will suit your fancy. They come with a hook-and-loop strap design across the padded nylon upper. Underfoot, the Moto-Cab Sandal has a ripple wedge outsole that can grip any surface — and the footbed is made from odor-resistant EVA.

Hoka

Best Recovery Slide: Hoka Ora Recovery Slide 3

• $60.00 at hoka.com

Colors available: 24

Sizing: 3-14

Designed for tired, achy feet, the Hoka Ora Slides feature a dual-layer construction with a grooved footbed and cushioned, elevated midsole for stability. The slides also have a meta-rocker installed, which helps your feet not land flat and keeps you on the move. They have an elevated, chunky appearance that feels at home with current style trends.

Nordstrom

Best Throwback Slide: Adidas Adilette Stripe Sport Slide

• $22.00 at Nordstrom
  $45.00 (51% off)

Colors available: 14

Sizing: 5-13

First designed for Germany’s national soccer team, Adidas’ Adilette slides are one of the most popular slides of all time. The Adilette has a contoured footbed and a wrap-style strap with Adidas’ signature three-stripe emblem. They’re simple and comfortable — and often are on sale.

The North Face

Best Everyday Slide: The North Face Base Camp III Slides

• $39.00 at The North Face

Colors available: 9

Sizing: 7-14

The North Face’s simple camp slides are comfortable and cheap. They have wrap-style straps and an EVA cushioning. The Base Camp III slides come in a range of colors, but don’t offer much protection or traction.

Zappos

Best Customizable Slide: Crocs Classic II Slide

• $22.00 at Zappos
  $30.00 (25% off)

Colors available: 9

Sizing: 2-13

The Crocs Classic II Slide has all of the design codes you know and love from Crocs including holes for Jibbitz charms, but in an open-toe style. Made from Croslite foam, they are easy to clean and dry quickly.

Greats

Best Utility Slide: Greats Classon 2-Strap Utility Sandal

• $49.00 at Greats
  $129.00 (62% off)

Colors available: 1

Sizing: 4-15

The Classon 2-Strap Utility Sandals look like a futuristic Birkenstock Arizona. That isn’t a bad thing, but these are definitely a statement. For those who love the color block trend, these will fit in your wardrobe nicely. Made with 100% recycled ballistic nylon from fishing nets — a materials that’s both lightweight and durable — the Classon features two side-release buckles to complete the utility aesthetic.

Lululemon

Best Post-Workout Slide: Lululemon Slide

• $58.00 at Lululemon

Colors available: 5

Sizing: 7-14

When it comes to athleisure, Lululemon is a go-to brand thanks to its minimalist and flexible product offering. The brand’s Restfeel slides feature a footbed with dual-density cushioning and have a simple strap upper with a foam lining.

Zappos

Best Outdoor Slide: Chaco Chillos Slide

• $50.00 at Zappos

Colors available: 7

Sizing: 7-15

Chaco is a classic name in outdoor sandals. The Chillos is the brand’s best slide, with its vegan sole and two-strap upper. Chaco employs a Luvseat EVA footbed and a high-rebound EVA midsole to provide superior underfoot cushioning, arch support and shock absorption while maintaining a low profile. This sandal also has z/straps with a cinch buckle and a high-abrasion EVA outsole.

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