Are you a surfer or somebody who loves loves to hand out an a beach or pool? Are you looking for a sandal that provides comfort, something that you can wear as either a fancy or casual shoe? Check out Rainbow Sandals. Once sold exclusively in California, Rainbow has grown to become one of the top three best-selling brands of sandals in the United States, along with competitors Reef and Teva. Rainbows are generally regarded as high-end flip-flops (as opposed to ordinary foam rubber ones) due to their construction with a leather thong and footpad, with many pairs costing around $40″ (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainbow Sandals).
Rainbow Sandals, the beachwear classic, are handmade, long-lasting, durable and provides extra comfort and support. These leather sandals are excellent for both beachwear and street wear. Wear them both on the beach, at the pool or anywhere. You can wear these sandals either as dressy shoes or for casual wear.
Are you wondering where you can purchase these sandals for a low price. I have researched eight different website that sell Rainbow sandals. This is to compare the prices in different stores and to provide the prospective customer advice and information on where the best deals are.
1. http://www.rainbowsandals.net The first website is the official Rainbow Sandals website http://www.rainbow.sandals.net. Different styles of this sandal are offered with prices ranging from $45-63. One style is the Women’s Premier Leather single Leather Narrow Strip Island Surf for $43.95. In addition to sandals, this website offers other beachwear accessories such as bathing suits. This company also offers free shipping to the Continental United States.
2. http://www.islandsurf.com sells a variety of top brand products for the surfer. These include “sandals, clothing, watches, sunglasses, luggage, backpacks and accessories (http://www.islandsurf.com). In addition to Rainbow this shop also sells other top brand items from Oakley and Costa Del Mar.Island Surf offers a larger variety of sandals that what are offered at http://www.rainbow.sandals.net. The prices range from $25.95-79.95. This company has a 365 day return on items. Free shipping is included for the Continental United States on orders over $50.00.
You can shop either on line or, if you live in, or are planning to visit, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, visit the shop at:
Island Surf
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
(Upstairs Next to the Crab Trap)
1450 Miracle Strip PKWY SE
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 32548-6800
3. http://www.Amazon.com/shoes. Who ever knew that you can buy shoes at http://www.amazon.com? Before starting this research, I always thought of this website being a seller of books, movies and music. Well you can find a variety of Rainbow Sandals on this website. However, you may not find what you are looking for, since there is a limited quantity of the sandals available. For example, you may be looking for a specific color or size. In addition the prices for the sandals are the same that Island Surf offers. Also, there is a $3.50 shipping charge. If you are in a hurry to get a pair or more of these sandals, then it would be better to go with the other websites mentioned in this review. However, you can check back with Amazon from time to time, your sandal may be there and may also be on sale.
4. http://www.BeachBums.com. Beach Bums, in business since, 1989, “sells a mix of popular brands and latest trends…carry a diverse selection of mens, women’s and kid’s surf and skate clothing, footwear and accessories” (http://www.BeachBums.com). The prices of the Rainbow Sandals range from $40.99-49.00. Beach Bums offers free shipping to the Continental United States on orders over $75. Unless you are planning on purchasing two pairs of sandals, it would be better to go to Island Surf since you only have to make $50.00 in purchases to qualify for free shipping.
You can either shop on line or visit one of the fourteen stores throughout California and Nevada. To find the store closet to you, call 1-800-431-4288
5. http://www.robertwayne.com offers thirteen styles of Rainbow Sandals, 11 of which sell for $43.00, two higher quality sandals-such as the Women;s Narrow Strap (White Crystal) Black sell for $79.99. There are 45 stores throughout California, Washington, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Illinois and Maryland.
There is no mention of shipping costs. In addition, you have to pay state sales tax.For more information and to find the nearest store call: 1-877-838-6351
6. http://www.americansole.com “American Sole is a one stop flip flop shop for all your flip flop needs. If you are a flip-flop lover or just have a need for some good flip flops, American Sole will have what you are looking for” (http://americansole.com). Sole offers a large variety of Rainbow Sandals for both men and women. While Americanthe prices are the same as Island Surf, they offer other items, such as Rainbow Sandal Key chains, priced for under $10.00. If your are in Costa Mets, California, you can visit this shop at
The Flip Flop Superstore
1804 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa, California 92627
7. http://www.sandalsuperstore.com The Sandal Superstore, is your one-stop shop for Women’s and Mens Rainbow Sandals. This store offers a large variety of flip flops and sandals. The claim that the sandals are sold at a discounted price. By comparing the prices of the Rainbow Sandals compared to those at the other websites, most are a few dollars cheaper. However, you can find some that go on sale with a larger discount. This store adds to the inventory every month, so there will be a continuous large variety. While the Sandal Superstore offers free shipping, California residents must pay sales tax.
In comparison, the above websites offer similar prices for the Rainbow Sandals. While paying $40 for a pair of sandals may seem high, remember you are paying for comfort and quality. You can go to a store and pay less than $10.00 for a pair of flip flops, However, how long do you expect this cheaper shoe to last. Chances are, within a year you will be going back to the store to buy another pair. There is only one other place to go to for Rainbow sandals, if you want to pay a lower price.
1. http://www.Ebay.com (The Number 1 Auction Site) I checked on Ebay just before writing this. There are a large variety of Rainbow Sandals. For example, one pair of sandals that normally sells for $45.00 can be purchased on Ebay for $30.00If you know what you are looking for (size, color, style, for example), see if you can find it at Ebay.com. Check out what the shipping costs are and if you have to pay sales tax. Compare what the above websites offer the sandal for. However, most of the stores offer free shipping. Determine how much you are want to pay for the sandal. At ebay, you can either bid on a pair of Rainbow Sandals or you can use the buy-it-now feature.
Remember, wherever you shop for Rainbow sandals, you are getting a product of high quality. No other sandals are made to last like the Rainbow sandal.
