went to several shoe stores and tried on models from numerous makers, then found this model line and purchased a pair

i like that all toes are unencumbered

liked them so much, that i purchased the plain black strap version here - it has a plain sole compared to the two-tone pattern of other colors in this line

the Hurricane XLT has a good fit and finish - no rough edges, good machining and sewing

the straps are of good quality

the last/sole provides good support - i can walk in these without having to worry about stride or abrasion

these will be used for the beach, in sand, and in the surf

best to find these on sale, but at the lower end of the Teva line, these are a good deal (the others are *way* overpriced)