I love Tevas.
I have a pair of the original sandals with the ankle straps.
(Please to not tell him I tried them on)
I don’t know how old they are, but it’s more than 10 years.
(MizFit note: Ive known him for 19. I cant recall a time he didnt have these shoes…)
I still wear them all the time.
I remember when Teva stopped making this style.
I was devastated – not knowing that Tevas are so hardy that I would never need to buy another pair.
(MizFit note: I also recall this. There was crying involved. Mine. I wanted a matching pair. A lot. That day my hopes were dashed.)
I also remember when I thought I’d lost my Teva sandals in a move.
(MizFit note: I first read this as saying he thought he lost them in a movie. I spent a few minutes pondering why he’d have taken his Tevas off in a movie until I realized that WASNT what it said.)
I was inconsolable that I would never be able to replace them – finding them was a glorious day.
So I was very excited when Mizfit told me about a new Teva lace-up shoe.
(MizFit note: love is patient. love is kind. love lets love get new shoes even though she kinda wants the Teva Fuse-Ions too.)
I really like the way they look – very stylish.
(MizFit note: HIGH PRAISE. Ren Man may now have a grown-up job, but he spent years selling fancy men’s clothing in NYC).
They are also very comfortable, but I prefer wearing socks with them as I found the material around the toes to be a little abrasive on my bare feet.
They provide good support and don’t slide around when youre running around. (…chasing a Tornado of a girl).
They are made for water and are great for a romp in the river. The only problem is that they look so good I don’t to get them dirty by wearing them in a muddy swamp.
MizFit note:
I giggled when I saw the Teva Fuse-Ions were billed as: “The highest performing water shoe you would gladly wear to the bar.”
Given our lifestyle these shoes are PR-perfection.
The water we’d most likely to be covered in comes from water BALLOONS or a small creek & the drains in the Teva Fuse-Ions keep Ren Man’s new shoes light and non-sloggy.
The bars we shimmy up to these days more likely proffer PROTEIN SHAKES than PROTEIN ‘TINIS (is that a thing? should we make that a thing? did I just share my million dollar idea?!) and Ren Man has definitely worn his new Fuse-Ions there.
And he LOVES THEM.
A LOT.
FTC the shoes were free. The fact I couldnt help but jump in during the husband’s guest post is all my own issue.
Cate says
July 23, 2012 at 5:00 amI thought Teva just did sandals.
Carlyn says
July 23, 2012 at 5:16 am…protini’s make it a thing…
Erica says
July 23, 2012 at 5:31 amLove the MizFit comments throughout the review ;). Go Teva! Reinventing themselves. Cool stuff
Tara says
July 23, 2012 at 5:36 amMy boyfriend would love these, too!!!
Kierston says
July 23, 2012 at 5:47 amI love those shoes! So cool! The laces are flashy and I like that a whole lot!
Runner Girl says
July 23, 2012 at 5:50 amI love the shoes.
The tattoos.
And the fact you are his muse.
(hee hee)
Katie @wishandwhimsy says
July 23, 2012 at 6:15 amI agree with Erika! I LOVE your comments and notes throughout the post. Unfortunately, I can’t see my man wearing these. He’s too particular with his shoes…wearing the SAME style of shoe for the past several years. :/
nicole says
July 23, 2012 at 6:16 amI loved the Miz commentary as well! and protein-inis – can i drink those while preg? let’s do it!
Yvonne says
July 23, 2012 at 6:16 amLove this!!!
You two are so cute. And the shoes aren’t bad either LOL.
Stacie @ Snaps and Bits says
July 23, 2012 at 6:19 amI love Tevas! I still have 3 pair that are at least 10 years old too. Love the way this was written with your observations inserted!
Coco says
July 23, 2012 at 6:25 amMy husb would love these, but he already has more shoes than I do!
Sandra says
July 23, 2012 at 6:29 amI love my Texas. I didn’t know they did shoes. I want the women’s ones.
Sandra says
July 23, 2012 at 6:29 amHa ha. TEVAS. My iPhone made that Texas. LOL
misszippy1 says
July 23, 2012 at 6:50 amI loved the way you all wrote this review. May Tevas stay around forever!
Barbara says
July 23, 2012 at 7:03 amOoh, cool shoes! We have much love for the Tevas around here too. The girls have matching pinks ones. 🙂
Izzy says
July 23, 2012 at 7:13 amI love how you commented here too Miz.
You have the best review posts.
Heather says
July 23, 2012 at 7:47 amLove how this was written. Your fam cracks me up!
Jody - Fit at 54 says
July 23, 2012 at 8:04 amYou two are tooooooooooooooo cute! Those are some cool looking shoes! I cold see the hubby in them. Not sure enough on the bottom for me bad feet! 😉
Cat @ Breakfast to Bed says
July 23, 2012 at 8:11 amSoooo, I may have had Tevas in the 90s, they may have taken me to hippiefest.
Amanda says
July 23, 2012 at 8:16 amI grew up wearing Teva velcro sandals almost exclusively! These look great – love the snappy laces.
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says
July 23, 2012 at 8:20 amThis post made me giggle mainly because of your commentary. I would be the same. I fell in love with Tevas in high school. I didn’t know they made “shoes” and kind of love these too. Maybe I can convince my hubs to get a pair.
Felice @ The Happy Runner says
July 23, 2012 at 8:21 amI have to share this w/my hubs who happened to be wearing Tevas the very first time I met him. I have to admit I thought they were the ugliest things ever. These fuse ions look pretty cool!
Kerri O says
July 23, 2012 at 8:30 amI need to try Teva shoes…been drooling over them in the title nine catalog for a while. I like the flip flops and the lace up shoes they make. Cute stuff.
Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says
July 23, 2012 at 8:57 amLove the shoes (and the laces). Do they make a woman’s version?
MizFit says
July 23, 2012 at 9:10 amYES and VOILA:
http://www.teva.com/womens-fuse-ion-high-performance-adventure-shoes/1000268,default,pd.html?green=58CD7132-A340-56D0-A9DB-28DE3850438D
Crabby McSlacker says
July 23, 2012 at 9:15 amHi Debbie–butting in here, because I got to review a pair of these for women… So yep, they do make ’em for women as well!
Don’t know if I can put in a link, lets see if this works: teva fuse ion review
And thanks Ren Man & Miz for your take on the shoes! Love to get Ren Man’s perspective on stuff.
Crabby McSlacker says
July 23, 2012 at 9:18 amOkay, apparently not. But lots of positives you may want to check the shoes out! Not as sturdy and supportive as running shoes (for me) but great for the beach and very grippy and lightweight.
Brittany says
July 23, 2012 at 9:08 amOh my gosh my dad had those shoes. Lol! I think they are mighty stylish 😉 Snazzzzayyy!
MizFit says
July 23, 2012 at 9:09 amOK Im trying not to butt in today—but LAUGHED OUT LOUD Brittany about your dad comment.
Methinks we ARE your parents’ age!
Heidi @BananaBuzzbomb says
July 23, 2012 at 10:04 amThose are some pretty sweet looking shoes. Love the bright laces =)
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says
July 23, 2012 at 11:27 amLove Teva! Just had to replace 2 pairs because my feet have grown with all my long distance running. Hubs is a fan too. Passing on the info!
Pavement Runner says
July 23, 2012 at 1:30 pmI love that you included notes. It’s like Ren was speaking, then after he said something you popped up over his shoulder and made a comment. Love it!
Roz@weightingfor50 says
July 23, 2012 at 1:55 pmYou two are adorable!!!!! If Dennis and I were in your area, we’d strap on or lace up some Tevas and go for a walk with you and the Tornado. Much laughter would ensue I’m sure. Happy Monday!!!!
mimi says
July 23, 2012 at 2:32 pmThese look amazing, and i hate trying new stuff unless someone i know has tried it and says it’s worth while. Thanks for the review.
Heather@Just a Colorado Gal says
July 23, 2012 at 5:02 pmThis post made me giggle. A lot.
cheryl says
July 23, 2012 at 5:21 pmTeva used to be worn only by paddlers/boat people in the Grand Canyon and elsewhere. Now they are mainstream. And expensive. Give me Teva in the 80s. Don’t like the company anymore…
Tamara says
July 23, 2012 at 6:13 pmI laughed the whole way through this post. Why? Because I imagine that this is how you two are in person; one talking, the other jumping in to clarify or provide backstory. Here’s to long-lasting relationships and knowing someone so well that we can finish their sentences!
Jen says
July 23, 2012 at 7:21 pmThose shoes looks incredible…and I laughed out loud at the wear in the water and to the bar comment. Ha!
Carrie@FamilyFitnessFood.com says
July 23, 2012 at 9:42 pmLove the commentary (can I say I love them more than the shoes?) Although the shoes are rather awesome.
Kiya Krier says
July 23, 2012 at 10:22 pmWait a sec, didn’t Cranky Fitness review these a little while ago? I’m on to you crazy fitness bloggers… Now where do I get my free pair? Or do I have to be a famous blogger… There’s always a catch…
Bonnie says
July 24, 2012 at 4:42 amMiz you’re so funny.
Rusty says
July 24, 2012 at 8:49 amordered!
charlotte says
July 24, 2012 at 2:22 pmRen Man is working those shoes! Love Tevas and I love the water-shoe review!