Let’s be honest, in busy world, everyone could do with a little more flip flop in their lives. Mixing contemporary urban trends and distinct Brazilian beach fun, Rider sandals and slide sandals are designed so you can go from surf to sand to street and back with equal ease and performance. It’s a distinctive lifestyle kick that’s not only comfortable, but built with the best interest of your feet and planet in mind.
About Rider Sandals…
The Rider story began in Brazil in 1986 with one of the world’s largest casual shoe manufacturers, Grendene – the same company that introduced iconic “jellies” to the world in the mid 1970s. Shortly thereafter Rider is credited with creating the ‘After Sport’ category, and the rest is history. Rider sandals are a virtual way of life in Brazil, and have been making waves stateside. To learn more about the brand, Rider sent out a few sandals to our gumption family so they could put them through the paces.
A Family and their Rider Sandals…
Whether you’re looking for a sandal that can trick your feet into thinking they’re on vacation, a line of flips that can keep up with the busy feet of your active kidlets, or simply a line of sandals to keep a family of feet happy, Rider has got you covered. So it should come as no surprise that from the moment the Rider sandals eagerly escaped their shipping box, our family of testers was impressed with the fit, style and quality.
Every pair of the Rider sandals offered a bold, beautiful style and comforting softness. In the Dunas Slide and the Dunas IV kids our gumption family raved about the soft uppers and pillow-like waffle-textured EVA footbed that spoiled their feet. In the Women’s Surf II and girls Cape IV our testers had a splash of sporty style perfect for summer nights out or lazy days at the lake. Whichever Rider sandal was afoot, our testers had sandal that conformed to their feet, and cushioned every step of their warm weather adventures.
If you’ve got kids, then you know that it’s a challenge balance keeping up with little feet that grow by the day while simultaneously maintaining a budget. There’s no doubt that the sandal market is full of low priced flips that are easy on the wallet. Unfortunately they are often low on quality and with kids that won’t sit still until college, it’s only a matter of time before the toe post snaps, or complaints of discomfort arise. That’s why our family appreciated the quality design and construction of Rider sandals, all which come at a reasonable price. It’s the best of both worlds.
Want another reason to respect the Rider logo? Beyond simple comfort and style, Rider Sandals has made environmental sustainability an integral part of the company’s culture. Made from 30% recyclable materials, they are as easy on the planet as they are on your feet. And in all honesty, it’s nice to feel good about the product you’re wearing while sharing the beauty of the outdoors with your family.
Moreover, Riders are recyclable, and often end up as playground materials after they’ve been loved into retirement. In a world in which corporate brands are jumping on the eco-bandwagon, Rider sandals has been driving the bus for decades.
Bottom Line…
If these Rider Sandals withstand the wear and tear from gumption family of testers, they will undoubtedly endure your beach-going fun. But go ahead, put Rider sandals to the test yourself; their durable, high-quality construction, top-notch materials, a lugged rubber soles can take it.
*Gumption Gear Review received the items featured in this review from Rider Sandals at no cost and receives no monetary compensation for this or any related review. The items featured were provided solely in return for our honest views and opinions.