Crocs are also criticized for having an overly flexible shank(area between the toe and heal). I will concede this point. An overly flexible shank can lead to arch and heel pain if you are taking long walks. Crocs are fine for standing long periods of time or walking short distances, but use sneakers for the longer jaunts.

When someone says “Crocs,” nine times out of ten, they are referring to the iconic Crocs Classic clogs. Obviously, this Crocs review would be incomplete without taking a closer look at the one clog that started it all. They are criticized for not providing low ankle support. I find that a rather stupid argument. It’s like criticizing a VW bug for being slow around the Nurburge ring! It’s not made for it! These are lounging shoes. If you use Crocs for “twisty ankle stuff” like sports or hiking then you get what you deserve. Finally, they are fully customizable. You can give them a touch of personalization by adding your own name or image. They are comfortable and easy to slip on and off, making them ideal for everyday wear (there are two different ways to wear, you can wear it as sandals or flip-flop)

The proprietary Croslite foam footbed is extremely resilient and resists compression over the long term. Also, since most Crocs models are a unibody design, toe posts, and side strap pull-outs are almost unheard of. A Crocs cult friend of mine did manage to tear the heal strap on his Crocs once, but I would describe him as an “extreme user” (ie. construction) Crocs are not made from plastic or rubber. They are made of proprietary closed-cell resin called Croslite which provides remarkable impact absorption and underfoot cushioning.

The sole of the Crocs Classics are made from the same Croslite resin as the footbed. Similar to the softer rubber on snow tires, the resin soles tend to grip well even without overly aggressive treads. I wouldn’t describe Crocs classics as “ultra grippy” but definitely much more grippy than flip flops. This is why medical professionals are huge Croc’s buyers, they cost far less and are equally as comfortable as expensive sneakers. Are Crocs Sweaty? The polkadot ventilation holes are a bit goofy looking but they do the job. For example, if you get them wet while wearing them the inside will still dry out while you are wearing them. FYI: There is a whole subculture of Crocs fans that decorate their Crocs with pins specifically designed to fit into these vent holes. The short answer: Crocs are not “terrible” for your feet as some critics say. They offer excellent cushioning and arch support, especially when compared to most other open-healed sandals and flip flops. Crocs are often recommended for people who have very high arches and those who suffer from swelling in the feet.The heel strap works well and stays in place. Keep in mind that the heel strap is not adjustable but it does stretch a bit. So, make sure to size your Crocs correctly. I personally never use the heel strap and just stow it. Walk-Around How Much Do Crocs Cost? High probability you will forget you are wearing them to church, weddings and funerals. (Yes, I’m guilty)