The REEF Del Mar is a versatile men’s sneaker designed for all-day comfort, easy step-in wear and everyday performance. ( decades, REEF has been powering adventures by the water with sandals, slides, and flip-flops that live up to the brand’s “Ridiculously Comfortable” promise. Now, thanks to the versatile Del Mar Sneaker, REEF is ensuring that you can stroll from the boardwalk to the boardroom in the same pair of shoes. Stylish, practical, and, of course, comfortable, the Del Mar is an everyday sneaker built for morning meetings, sunset sails, and everything in between.
Think of the Del Mar as the opposite of the specialty shoe. The minds at REEF wanted a sneaker that broke down barriers: Why let athletic shoes have all the cushioned comfort? Why let dress shoes be the only ones that catch the eye?
And why let a casual shoe be resigned to the weekend? The Del Mar aims to skip the split and give you a shoe for every part of your busy life, whether you’re hanging out or hustling. Its details and restrained pops of color give it enough polish for a meeting but still feel right at home at those weekend barbecues.
Jack Crivici-Kramer, co-host of The Best One Yet podcast, put it simply: “They go with jeans, they go with khakis, they go with shorts…they might even go with a tuxedo.” So what’s actually under your foot that takes the Del Mar from “comfortable” to “Ridiculously Comfortable?” Several thoughtful elements combine to give this sneaker the kind of upgrade that elevates a shoe from a once-in-a-while wear to a daily driver. A rubber-infused foam midsole provides cushioning, a plush FlexCore insole adds support, and a heel gravity pod helps the shoe roll forward with each step. This combination makes the Del Mar feel springy rather than stiff, the kind of all-important element that’s missing from so many professional-ready footwear options.
Corey Wilson, a photographer who’s constantly on his feet, sees the value in exactly that. I’m constantly in different environments; life’s constantly changing,” he says. Just as importantly, it breathes well enough to ensure that your feet won’t overheat.
When you’re moving from an active setting to a more formal one, keeping cool is invaluable. The elastic lace option is where the knit does its best work. It fits closer to a sock than a sneaker and holds the foot without pinching, giving you a secure fit that feels as though it’s perfectly molded to your foot.
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